Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
232-189-2/7789-78-8
Name of the chemical
Calcium hydride
Concentration
<=100%
General Information
Version
6.5
Revision date
2021-10-01
Product name
Calcium hydride
CAS No.
7789-78-8
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H260, H315, H319
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H260
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary statements
P223 Do not allow contact with water. P231 + P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P335 + P334 Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/ wrap in wet bandages. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P402 + P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3 Other hazards
none
