Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1305-62-0
Name of the chemical
Calcium dihydroxide
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
1310-73-2
Name of the chemical
sodium hydroxide
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2012-07-03
Product name
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MINE SAFETY APPLIANCES
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Do not attempt to open canister or candle assemblies as both contain hazardous chemicals. In addition, the candle assembly contains a primer and flashpowder which can cause serious injury if exposed. Do not attempt to activate a candle assembly unless the candle assembly is properly installed in the canister in accordance with instructions as serious injury can occur. Oxygen generated by this apparatus is accompanied by evolution of heat. Consult instructions before attempting to use the apparatus.
Physical hazards
Canister
Contains
Not a physical hazard per 29 CFR 1910.1200 definition. Candle Oxidizer; candle primer assembly is supplemented with flashpowder (KCl04) Corrosive, irritant, toxic for NaOH, LD50 rat is 500 mg/kg; for Ca(OH)2, LD50 rat is 7340 mg/kg. Candle contents: Irritant. Toxic by ingestion, could cause chlorate poisoning.
Health hazards
Canister
