Calcium Sulfide

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 2

Long term hazards

OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

In contact with water releases flammable gas. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. Very toxic to aquatic life. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Do not allow contact with water. Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear eye protection/face protection. Wear protective gloves.

Response

If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

99% of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute oral toxicity. 99% of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown acute dermal toxicity. For further information, please contact the Product Stewardship Department at +1.800.862.4118.