Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1. Product and Company Identification
Product Name Calcium Pantothenate, USP CX0269
Product Code
EMD Chemicals Inc.
Manufacturer Effective Date 3/3/2003
P.O. Box 70
5/13/2004
Print Date
480 Democrat Road
Gibbstown, NJ 08027
Prior to January 1, 2003 EMD Chemicals Inc. was EM
Industries, Inc. or EM Science, Division of EM Industries,
Inc.
For More Information Call In Case of Emergency Call
856-423-6300 Technical Service 800-424-9300 CHEMTREC (USA)
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 613-996-6666 CANUTEC (Canada)
24 Hours/Day: 7 Days/Week
PANTOTHENIC ACID, CALCIUM SALT
Synonym
Analytical reagent.
Material Uses
Organic salt.
Chemical Family
Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Component CAS # % by
Weight
Calcium Pantothenate 137-08-6 100
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Solid. (Hygroscopic; keep container tightly closed. Powder.)
Physical State and
Appearance
CAUTION!
Emergency Overview
Handling care generally in keeping with safe laboratory practices is recommended.
Inhalation. Ingestion.
Routes of Entry
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes No known acute effects of this product resulting from eye contact.
Skin No known acute effects of this product resulting from skin contact.
Inhalation No known acute effects of this product resulting from inhalation.
Ingestion No known acute effects of this product resulting from ingestion.
Potential Chronic Health Effects
Carcinogenic Effects This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans.
Additional information See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
Medical Conditions
Aggravated by
Overexposure:
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Section 4. First Aid Measures
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with
Eye Contact
plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing
Skin Contact
and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes
before reuse. Get medical attention.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
Inhalation
give oxygen. Get medical attention.
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything
by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a
physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Non-flammable.
Flammability of the
Product
Not applicable.
Auto-ignition
Temperature
Not applicable.
Flash Points
Not applicable.
Flammable Limits
Not available.
Products of Combustion
Not applicable.
Fire Hazards in Presence
of Various Substances
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: No.
Explosion Hazards in
Presence of Various
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: No.
Substances
Not applicable.
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions
Protective Clothing (Fire) Not applicable.
Not available.
Special Remarks on Fire
Hazards
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Explosion Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.
Small Spill and Leak
Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
Large Spill and Leak
spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary
system.
No specific spill kit required for this product.
Spill Kit Information
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Section 7. Handling and Storage
Avoid breathing dust. Do not ingest.
Handling
Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Storage
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep
Engineering Controls
airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or
mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection
Eyes Safety glasses.
Body Lab coat.
Respiratory Not applicable.
Hands Not applicable.
Feet Not applicable.
Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)
Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be
Personal Protection in
sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Case of a Large Spill
Exposure Limits
Product Name
Calcium Pantothenate Not available.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Not available.
Odor
White.
Color
Solid. (Hygroscopic; keep container tightly closed. Powder.)
Physical State and
Appearance
476.54 g/mole
Molecular Weight
C18H32CaN2O10
Molecular Formula
Not available.
pH
Not available.
Boiling/Condensation
Point
Not available.
Melting/Freezing Point
Not available.
Specific Gravity
Vapor Pressure Not available.
Not available.
Vapor Density
Not available.
Odor Threshold
Not available.
Evaporation Rate
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Calcium Pantothenate, USP CX0269
Not available.
LogKow
Soluble in water.
Solubility
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
The product is stable.
Stability and Reactivity
Not available.
Conditions of Instability
Not available.
Incompatibility with
Various Substances
Not available.
Rem/Incompatibility
Hazardous Decomposition carbon oxides (CO, CO2)
Products
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Calcium Pantothenate
RTECS Number: RU4375000
LD50: Not available.
Toxicity
LC50: Not available.
Not available.
Chronic Effects on
Humans
Not available.
Acute Effects on Humans
Synergetic Products Not available.
(Toxicologically)
Irritancy Draize Test: Not available.
Sensitization Not available.
Carcinogenic Effects This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans.
Toxicity to Reproductive Not available.
System
Teratogenic Effects Not available.
Mutagenic Effects Not available.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
Toxicity of the Products of The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
Biodegradation
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Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Not available.
EPA Waste Number
Material does not have an EPA Waste Number and is not a listed waste, however consultation
Treatment
with a permitted waste disposal site (TSD) should be accomplished. Always contact a
permitted waste disposal (TSD) to assure compliance with all current local, state, and Federal
Regulations.
Section 14. Transport Information
Proper Shipping Name: CHEMICALS, N.O.S.
DOT Classification
RQ: Not applicable.
Not available.
TDG Classification
Proper Shipping Name: CHEMICALS, N.O.S.
IMO/IMDG
RQ: Not applicable.
Classification
Not available.
ICAO/IATA
Classification
Section 15. Regulatory Information
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Calcium Pantothenate
U.S. Federal Regulations
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: No products were found.
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: No products were
found.
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
WHMIS (Canada)
CEPA DSL: Calcium Pantothenate
This product has been classifed in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Product
Regulations and the MSDS contains all required information.
International Regulations
Calcium Pantothenate 205-278-9
EINECS
This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.
DSCL (EEC)
International Lists Australia (NICNAS): Calcium Pantothenate
Japan (MITI): Calcium Pantothenate
Japan (MOL): Calcium Pantothenate
Korea (TCCL): Calcium Pantothenate
Philippines (RA6969): Calcium Pantothenate
China: No products were found.
State Regulations No products were found.
California prop. 65: No products were found.
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Section 16. Other Information
National Fire
Fire Hazard
Protection 0
1 0
Association Health Reactivity
(U.S.A.)
Specific Hazard
Changed Since Last +
Revision
Notice to Reader
The statements contained herein are based upon technical data that EMD Chemicals Inc. believes to be reliable, are offered for
information purposes only and as a guide to the appropriate precautionary and emergency handling of the material by a properly
trained person having the necessary technical skills. Users should consider these data only as a supplement to other information
gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to
assure proper use, storage and disposal of these materials and the safety and health of employees and customers and the
protection of the environment. EMD CHEMICALS INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, WITH RESPECT TO
THE INFORMATION HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS.
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