Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1314-56-3
Name of the chemical
Diphosphorus pentaoxide
Concentration
>=65-<=85
General Information
Version
8.10
Revision date
2026-08-03
Product name
SICAPENT with indicator (phosphorus pentoxide drying agent for desiccators) on inert carrier material
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Reagent for analysis
Emergency telephone
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H314
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H314
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.3 Other hazards
Reacts violently with water.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Supplemental label elements
Corrosive to the respiratory tract.
Prevention
P260 Do not breathe dust. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Storage
P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Skin corrosion : Category 1 Serious eye damage : Category 1 Other hazards Reacts violently with water.
