CALCIUM HYDRIDE, ANHYDROUS, DESICCANT, 4-40 MESH

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Substances or mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases Category 1

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously Appearance Crystals or Lumps Physical state Solid Odor No information available

Prevention

Do not breathe dusts or mists Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not allow contact with water Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor 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 or doctor IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Brush off loose particles from skin and immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish

Storage

Store locked up. Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container

Precautionary statements

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

Further information

No information available.