Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1305-78-8
Name of the chemical
Calcium oxide
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2005-03-01
Product name
Furnace Reagent Part Number
Chemical name
and Contact Information
Emergency telephone
703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
LECO Corporation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
C . EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Moderate health risk by inhalation or ingestion. White to gray odorless solid.
Potential health effects
EYES: Severe irritant, may damage eye tissues. Causes redness, tearing, blurred vision, pain. SKIN: Irritant. INHALATION: Inhalation of dust is highly irritating. May cause coughing, and sneezing. INGESTION: Irritation to mouth and burns to mouth and stomach.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
People with pre-existing skin disorders or eye problems or impaired respiratory function may be more susceptible to the effects of the substance. CHRONIC OVEREXPOSURE: Inhalation of dust may cause inflammation of the respiratory passages, ulcers of the mucous membranes, and possible perforation of nasal septum. CARCINOGENICITY: None. Cc Pg. 2
