SIGMA-ALDRICH
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date Printed: 20/FEB/2005
Date Updated: 12/MAR/2004
Version 1.2
According to 91/155/EEC
Classified as Hazardous according to the criteria of EU Annex 1 and
NOHSC.
1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name CALCIUM CHLORIDE ANHYDROUS
Product Number C1016
Company Sigma-Aldrich Pty, Ltd
Unit 2, 14 Anella Avenue
Castle Hill NSW 1765
Australia
Technical Phone # +61 2 9841 0555
Fax +61 2 9841 0500
Emergency Phone # +61 2 9841 0566
2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
CALCIUM CHLORIDE 10043-52-4 233-140-8 017-013-00-2
Formula CaCl2
Molecular Weight 110.99 AMU
Synonyms Calplus * Caltac * Dowflake * Liquidow * Peladow
* Snomelt * Superflake anhydrous
3 - Hazards Identification
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Irritating to eyes.
4 - First Aid Measures
AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
AFTER EYE CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts
of water for at least 15 minutes.
AFTER INGESTION
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
5 - Fire Fighting Measures
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Noncombustible. Use extinguishing media appropriate to
surrounding fire conditions.
SPECIAL RISKS
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6 - Accidental Release Measures
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.
7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
Directions for Safe Handling: Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact
with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated
exposure.
STORAGE
Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Hygroscopic.
8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: Government approved respirator.
Hand Protection: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance Color: White
Form: Crystals
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
pH N/A
BP/BP Range 1,670 掳C
MP/MP Range 772 掳C
Flash Point N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Oxidizing Properties N/A
Explosive Properties N/A
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Explosion Limits N/A
Vapor Pressure 0.01 mmHg 20 掳C
SG/Density 2.15 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient N/A
Viscosity 0.006 Pas 20 掳C
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Conductivity N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Hygroscopic.
Materials to Avoid: Boron oxides, Strong acids, Zinc, Calcium
oxide, Methyl vinyl ether, Calcium chloride is attacked by bromine
trifluoride.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride gas, Calcium
oxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS NUMBER: EV9800000
ACUTE TOXICITY
LD50
Oral
Rat
1000 mg/kg
LD50
Intraperitoneal
Rat
264 MG/KG
LD50
Subcutaneous
Rat
2630 MG/KG
LD50
Intramuscular
Rat
25 MG/KG
LD50
Oral
Mouse
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1940 mg/kg
LD50
Intraperitoneal
Mouse
210 MG/KG
Remarks: Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed activity).
Behavioral:Convulsions or effect on seizure threshold.
Behavioral:Change in motor activity (specific assay).
LD50
Subcutaneous
Mouse
823 MG/KG
LD50
Intravenous
Mouse
42 MG/KG
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation: Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper
respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - CARCINOGEN
Rat
Route of Application: Oral
Exposure Time: 20W
Result: Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS
criteria. Endocrine:Thyroid tumors.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - MUTAGEN
Rat
2500 UMOL/KG
Intraperitoneal
Unscheduled DNA synthesis
Rat
3500 MG/KG
Cell Type: Ascites tumor
Cytogenetic analysis
12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
13 - Disposal Considerations
SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL
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
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afterburner and scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local
environmental regulations.
14 - Transport Information
RID/ADR
Non-hazardous for road transport.
IMDG
Non-hazardous for sea transport.
IATA
Non-hazardous for air transport.
15 - Regulatory Information
CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES
ANNEX I INDEX NUMBER: 017-013-00-2
INDICATION OF DANGER: Xi
Irritant.
R-PHRASES: 36
Irritating to eyes.
S-PHRASES: 22 24
Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with skin.
COUNTRY SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Germany
WGK: 1
SWITZERLAND
SWISS POISON CLASS: FREI
16 - Other Information
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.
Copyright 2005 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
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