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CALCIUM NITRATE
ICSC: 1037
Peer-Review Status: 05.08.2003 Validated
Calcium dinitrate
Calcium (II) nitrate 
CAS #: 10124-37-5 RTECS #: EW2985000
UN #: 1454
EINECS #: 233-332-1
 		    Formula: Ca(NO3)2
Molecular mass: 164.10

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances.  NO contact with flammables.  In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. 
EXPLOSION Risk of fire and explosion on contact with combustible substances.     
 
EXPOSURE   PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!   
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat.  Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin   Protective gloves.  First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. 
Eyes Redness.  Wear safety spectacles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion Abdominal pain. Blue lips, fingernails and skin. Confusion. Convulsions. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Unconsciousness.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.  Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into covered plastic containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.   
EC Classification
 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 5.1; UN Pack Group: III 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-51G02-I+II+III.  Separated from combustible substances and reducing agents. Dry. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS-TO-WHITE HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
The substance is a strong oxidant. It reacts with combustible and reducing materials. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (NOT-ESTABLISHED):. 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. 

Inhalation risk
A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. 

Effects of short-term exposure
May cause mechanical irritation to the eyes and respiratory tract. Ingestion could cause effects on the blood. This may result in formation of methaemoglobin. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Melting point: 560°C
Density: 2.50 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml: 121.2   		 

NOTES
Rinse contaminated clothes (fire hazard) with plenty of water.
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.
The recommendations on this Card also apply to Calcium nitrate hydrate (CAS 35054-52-5) and tetrahydrate (CAS 13477-34-4) . 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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