Calcium carbide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2012 OSHA _____________________________________________________________________________________ This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Sub-category B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3

Signal word

Danger

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire

Hazard pictograms

Substances or mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases Category 2

Hazard statements

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May cause respiratory irritation Version 2.2 In contact with water releases flammable gases _____________________________________________________________________________________

Storage

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

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable