For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
ORAL EXPOSURE
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
INHALATION EXPOSURE
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
DERMAL EXPOSURE
In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for
at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Call a physician.
EYE EXPOSURE
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by
separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
FLASH POINT
N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMP
N/A
FLAMMABILITY
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate
foam.
FIREFIGHTING
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL
Evacuate area.
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and
heavy rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid
raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
User Exposure: Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Use respirators and components tested and approved
under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN
(EU). Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are
appropriate use a dust mask type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143)
respirator.
Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
EXPOSURE LIMITS, RTECS
Country Source Type Value
USA ACGIH TWA 0.5 MG/M3
New Zealand OEL
Remarks: check ACGIH TLV
USA NIOSH TWA 0.5 MG/M3
EXPOSURE LIMITS
Country Source Type Value
Poland NDS 1 mg/m3
Poland NDSCh -
Poland NDSP
Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Solid
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
Molecular Weight 80.1 AMU
pH N/A
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range 300 癈
Freezing Point N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
SG/Density N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Odor Threshold N/A
Volatile% N/A
VOC Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Viscosity N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Flash Point N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Refractive Index N/A
Optical Rotation N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture.
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: Causes severe eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material is irritating to
mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
Headache. Exposure can cause:
Species: Mouse
Route of Application: Oral
Dose: 170 GM/KG
Exposure Time: 2Y
Frequency: C
Result: Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS
criteria. Vascular:Tumors.
NTP CARCINOGEN LIST
Rating: No evidence.
Species: Mouse/rat
Route: Feed
ACGIH CARCINOGEN LIST
Rating: A4
Section 12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible
solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an
afterburner and scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local
environmental regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name: Calcium cyanamide [with more
than 0.1 percent of calcium carbide]
UN#: 1403
Class: 4.3
Packing Group: Packing Group III
Hazard Label: Dangerous when wet.
PIH: Not PIH
IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Calcium cyanamide
IATA UN Number: 1403
EU DIRECTIVES CLASSIFICATION
Symbol of Danger: Xn
Indication of Danger: Harmful.
R: 22-37-41
Risk Statements: Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to respiratory
system. Risk of serious damage to eyes.
S: 22-26-36/37/39
Safety Statements: Do not breathe dust. In case of contact with
eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves, and eye/face
protection.
US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT
Indication of Danger: Toxic (USA) Harmful (EU).
Risk Statements: Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to respiratory
system. Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Safety Statements: Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective
clothing, gloves, and eye/face protection.
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: Yes
DEMINIMIS: 1 %
NOTES: This product is subject to SARA section 313 reporting
requirements.
TSCA INVENTORY ITEM: Yes
CANADA REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS Classification: This product has been classified in
accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS
contains all the information required by the CPR.
DSL: Yes
NDSL: No
Section 16 - Other Information
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
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