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General Information
Revision date
2019-04-29
Product name
Calcium hydride
CAS No.
7789-78-8
Manufacturer Name
Fisher Scientific
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Substances/mixtures which, in contact with water, emit Category 1 flammable gases Skin Corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2
Physical hazards
Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Reacts violently with water
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Reacts violently with water
Prevention
Do not allow contact with water Keep container tightly closed Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish
Storage
Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
