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Calcium chloride hexahydrate

1 - Product and Company Information

Product Name CALCIUM CHLORIDE HEXAHYDRATE, 98%
Product Number 442909
2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients

Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
CALCIUM CHLORIDE HEXAHYDRATE* 7774-34-7 233-140-8 017-013-00-2

Formula CaCl2.6H2O
Molecular Weight 219.08 AMU
Synonyms Calcium dichloride hexahydrate

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: 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
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 Physical State: Solid
Color: Colorless

Property Value At Temperature or Pressure

pH 5-7
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range N/A
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 1.71 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:1 M in H2O, 20??C
complete, colorless

10 - Stability and Reactivity

STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture.
Materials to Avoid: Boron oxides, Strong acids, Calcium oxide,
Zinc, 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: EV9830000

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: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be
irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
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/AD 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: 26
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice.

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
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DISCLAIME For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.

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