General Information
Revision date
2018-01-19
Product name
Calcium
CAS No.
7440-70-2
Emergency telephone
US 001-201-796-7100 / Europe +32 14 57 52 99
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
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Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Substances/mixtures which, in contact with water, emit Category 2 flammable gases
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Danger
Hazard statements
In contact with water releases flammable gas
Prevention
Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Skin Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap with wet bandages Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction
Storage
Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
None identified
