SIGMA-ALDRICH
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date Printed: 20/FEB/2005
Date Updated: 13/MAR/2004
Version 1.3
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 CARBONATE
Product Number C6763
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 CARBONATE 471-34-1 207-439-9 None
Formula CaCO3
Molecular Weight 100.09 AMU
Synonyms Aeromatt * Akadama * Albacar * Albacar 5970 *
Albafil * Albaglos * Albaglos SF * Allied
whiting * Atomit * Atomite * AX 363 * BF 200 *
Brilliant 15 * Brilliant 1500 * Britomya M *
Britomya S * Calcene CO * Calcene NC * Calcene
TM * Calcicoll * Calcidar 40 * Calcilit 8 *
Calcilit 100 * Calcium carbonate (1:1) * Calcium
monocarbonate * Calibrite * Cal-Light SA *
Calmos * Calmote * Calofil A 4 * Calofil B 1 *
Calofil E 2 * Calofort S * Calofort U * Calofor
U 50 * Calopake F * Calopake FS * Calopake H *
Calopake high opacity * Calopake PC * Calseeds *
Caltec * Camel-carb * Camel-tex * Camel-wite *
Carbital 90 * Carbium * Carbium MM * Carborex 2
* Carusis P * CCC G-white * CCC No.AA oolitic *
CCR * CCW * Chemcarb * Clefnon * C.I. Pigment
White 18 * Crystic prefil S * Dacote * DOMAR *
Duramite * Durcal 10 * Durcal 40 * Durcal C
640305 * Durcal 2NH * EGRI M 5 * Eskalon 100 *
Eskalon 200 * Eskalon 400 * Eskalon 800 *
Eskalon 1500 * Filtex White Base * Finncarb 6002
* Garolite SA * Gilder's whiting * Hakuenka CC *
Hakuenka CCR * Hakuenka DD * Hakuenka O *
3 - Hazards Identification
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Irritating to respiratory system and skin. Risk of serious damage
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: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or
appropriate foam.
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
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Wash thoroughly after handling.
EXPOSURE LIMITS
Country Source Type Value
Poland NDS 10 mg/m3
Poland NDSCh -
Poland NDSP
Remarks: {OELS ARE VALID FOR DUSTS} PY拢Y
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 Physical State: Solid
Color: White
Form: Powder
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
pH 8
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range 800 掳C
Flash Point N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Oxidizing Properties N/A
Explosive Properties N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
SG/Density 2.93 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient N/A
Viscosity N/A
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 Solubility in Water:Insoluble.
10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture.
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, Acids, Magnesium,
Aluminum.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide,
Calcium oxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
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11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS NUMBER: FF9335000
ACUTE TOXICITY
LD50
Oral
Rat
6450 mg/kg
IRRITATION DATA
Skin
Rabbit
500 mg
24H
Remarks: Moderate irritation effect
Eyes
Rabbit
0.75 mg
24H
Remarks: Severe irritation effect
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 severe eye irritation.
Inhalation: Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper
respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
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
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
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CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES
INDICATION OF DANGER: Xi
Irritant.
R-PHRASES: 37/38 41
Irritating to respiratory system and skin. Risk of serious
damage to eyes.
S-PHRASES: 26 36/37/39
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.
COUNTRY SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Germany
WGK: No hazard to waters.
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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