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Calcium chips

CAS 7440-70-2
EC 231-179-5

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Calcium chips
Product Code
00874

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7440-70-2 Check regulations →
EC Number
231-179-5 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Water-react. Cat. 2 H261

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

Hazard Statements

H261 In contact with water releases flammable gas.

Precautionary Statements

P223 Do not allow contact with water.
P231 + P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture.
P280 Wear protective gloves / eye protection / face protection.
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use for extinction: CO2, sand, extinguishing powder.
P402 + P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Calcium EC: 231-179-5 7440-70-2 100% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Seek medical treatment.

Medical Treatment

No further relevant information available.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Special powder for metal fires.

Unsuitable media

Water

Specific hazards

If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Calcium oxide

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Keep unprotected persons away.

Environmental

Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.

Cleanup methods

Keep away from ignition sources. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Handle under dry protective gas. Keep container tightly sealed. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace. Reacts violently with water.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Store away from air. Store away from water/moisture. Store under dry inert gas.

Fire prevention

Protect from humidity and water.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Material of gloves Nitrile rubber, NBR. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) 480. Glove thickness: 0.11 mm.

Eyes

Full face protection. Safety glasses with side shields / NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU)

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present. Recommended filter device for short term use: Use a respirator with type P100 (USA) or P3 (EN 143) cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. Risk assessment should be performed to determine if air-purifying respirators are appropriate. Only use equipment tested and approved under appropriate government standards.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Relative Density
Not determined.
Freezing Point
---
Physical State Data
solid
Solubility
Contact with water releases flammable gases
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Physical State
Solid
Crystallisation Point
---
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Form
Solid in various forms
Ph
Not applicable.
Solidification Point
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Flammability
Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases.
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Explosive Limits
---
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Properties Status
---
Cloud Point
---
Appearance
Solid in various forms
Colour
---
Flash Point
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Odor
Odorless
Bulk Density
700 kg/m³
Solubility In Water
Contact with water releases flammable gases
Vapor Pressure
0 hPa
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Density
1.54 g/cm³ (12.851 lbs/gal)
Boiling Point
1440 °C (2624 °F)
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Melting Point
842 °C (1548 °F)
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Colour Intensity
---
Softening Point
---
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Voc Content
---
Molecular Weight
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

In contact with water releases flammable gases, which may ignite spontaneously.

Hazardous reactions

Contact with water releases flammable gases

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Air, Water/moisture

Decomposition

Calcium oxide

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN1401
Shipping Name
CALCIUM
Transport Class
4.3
Packing Group
II
ADR

Warning: Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases

IMDG

Warning: Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases

IATA

Warning: Substances which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Calcium chips?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Calcium chips?

Calcium chips is a solid appearing as solid in various forms . It has odorless odor.

What is the solubility of Calcium chips?

Contact with water releases flammable gases

What is Calcium chips used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Calcium chips?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H261: In contact with water releases flammable gas.

What is the melting point of Calcium chips?

The melting point is 842 °C (1548 °F) and the boiling point is 1440 °C (2624 °F).