ICSC 1184 - CALCIUM CHLORIDE (ANHYDROUS)

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CALCIUM CHLORIDE (ANHYDROUS)	ICSC: 1184 (June 2012)

CAS #: 10043-52-4

EC Number: 233-140-8

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Burning sensation.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness. Dry skin. Skin burns.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer immediately for medical attention.
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Burns.	Wear safety goggles in combination with breathing protection.	Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention.
Ingestion	Burns in mouth and throat. Nausea. Vomiting.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer immediately for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.	According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause respiratory irritation May be harmful if swallowed Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Separated from zinc. Dry. Well closed.
PACKAGING
Airtight.

CALCIUM CHLORIDE (ANHYDROUS)

ICSC: 1184

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance ODOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC COLOURLESS OR WHITE CRYSTALS. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes of chlorine (see ICSC 0126). The solution in water is a weak base. Attacks zinc in the presence of water. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen - see ICSC 0001). Dissolves violently in water with liberation of much heat.	Formula: CaCl₂ Molecular mass: 111.0 Boiling point: 1670°C Melting point: 772°C Density (at 25°C): 2.2 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 74.5 (good)

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
ODOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC COLOURLESS OR WHITE CRYSTALS.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes of chlorine (see ICSC 0126). The solution in water is a weak base. Attacks zinc in the presence of water. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen - see ICSC 0001). Dissolves violently in water with liberation of much heat.

Formula: CaCl₂
Molecular mass: 111.0
Boiling point: 1670°C
Melting point: 772°C
Density (at 25°C): 2.2 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 74.5 (good)

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure Serious local effects by all routes of exposure. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is corrosive to the eyes. The substance is severely irritating to the skin, upper respiratory tract and gastrointestinal tract.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. The substance may have effects on the nasal mucous membrane. This may result in tissue lesions.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
Serious local effects by all routes of exposure.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes. The substance is severely irritating to the skin, upper respiratory tract and gastrointestinal tract.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. The substance may have effects on the nasal mucous membrane. This may result in tissue lesions.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xi; R: 36; S: (2)-22-24

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