CALCIUM NITRATE | ICSC: 1037 (August 2003) |
Calcium dinitrate Calcium (II) nitrate |
CAS #: 10124-37-5 |
UN #: 1454 |
EC Number: 233-332-1 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with combustible substances. | NO contact with flammables. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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 | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Sweep spilled substance into covered plastic containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from combustible substances and reducing agents. Dry. | |
PACKAGING | |
CALCIUM NITRATE | ICSC: 1037 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Formula: Ca(NO3)2 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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NOTES |
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Rinse contaminated clothing with plenty of water because of fire hazard. 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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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations