Material Safety Data Sheet for Calcium
Citrate
Product Identification
Product Information: (732) 248-1008
Emergency Assistance: CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300
International CHEMTREC, call: 1-703-527-3887
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Synonyms:
2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid, calcium salt; tricalcium citrate
tetrahydrate
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CAS No:
813-94-5
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Chemical Formula:
Ca3(C6H5O7)2.4H2O
Composition/Information on Ingredients:
Calcium Citrate 100%
Hazards Identification
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Emergency Overview:
CAUTION! MAY CAUSE IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES, AND RESPIRATORY
TRACT.
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Potential Health Effects
o Inhalation: Inhalation of dust may cause irritation to the respiratory tract.
o Ingestion: Extremely large oral dosages may produce gastrointestinal
disturbances.
o Skin Contact: May cause irritation with redness and pain.
o Eye Contact: May cause irritation with redness and pain.
o Chronic Exposure: No information found.
o Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: No information found.
First Aid Measures
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Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
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Ingestion:
Give several glasses of water to drink to dilute. If large amount were swallowed, get
medical advice.
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Skin Contact:
Wash exposed area with soap and water. Get medical advice if irritation develops.
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Eye Contact:
Immediately flush eyes with plently of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and
upper eyelids occassionally. Get medical attention immediately.
Fire Fighting Measures
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Fire:
As with most organic solids, fire is possible at elevated temperatures or by contact
with an ignition source.
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Explosion:
Fine dust dispersed in air in sufficient concentrations, and in the presence of an
ignition source is a potential dust explosion hazard.
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Fire Extinguishing Media:
Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire.
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Special Information:
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved selfcontained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or
other positive pressure mode.
Accidental Release Measures
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Remove all sources of ignition.
Ventilate area of leak or spill.
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Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Spills: Clean up spills in a manner that does not disperse dust into the air.
Use non-sparking tools and equipment.
Reduce airborne dust and prevent scattering by moistening with water.
Pick up spill for recovery or disposal and place in a closed container.
Handling and Storage
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Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area.
Protect against physical damage.
Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain
product residues (dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed for
the product.
Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
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Airborne Exposure Limits:
o OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL): 15 mg/m3total dust, 5 mg/m3
respirable fraction for muisance dusts.
o ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV): 10 mg/m3total dust containing no
asbestors and <1% crystalline silica for Particulates Not Otherwise Classified
(PNOC).
Ventilation System:
o A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee
exposures below the Airborne Exposure Limits.
o Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control the
emissions of the contaminant at its source, preventing dispersion of it into the
general work area.
o Please refer to the ACGIH document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of
REcommended Practices, most recent edition, for details.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved):
o If the exposure limit is exceeded and engineering controls are not feasible, a
half facepiece particulate repirator (NOISH type N95 or better filters) may be
worn for up to ten times the exposure limit or the maximum use concentration
specified by the appropriate regulatory agency or respirator supplier,
whichever is lowest.
o A full-face piece particulate respirator (NOISH type N100 filters) may be
worn up to 50 times the exposure limit, or the maximum use concentration
specified by the appropriate regulatory agency, or respirator supplier,
whichever is lowest.
o If oil particles (e..g. lubricants, cutting fluids, glycerine, etc.) are present, use a
NIOSH type R or P filter.
o For emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a
full-facepiece positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator.
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WARNING; Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygendeficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection:
Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing.
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Eye Protection:
Safety glasses. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.
Physical and Chemical Properties
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Appearance:
White powder.
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Ordor:
Odorless.
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Solubility:
Soluble in 1050 parts cold waterwater.
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Density:
No information found.
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pH:
No information found.
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Boiling Point:
Decomposes.
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Melting Point:
120oC (248oF) Loses water
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Vapor Density (Air=1):
No information found.
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Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):
No information found.
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Evaporation Rate: (BuAc=1):
No information found.
Stability and Reactivity Data
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Stability:
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
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Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide may form when heated to decomposition.
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Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.
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Incompatibilities:
No information found.
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Conditions to Avoid:
No information found.
Toxicological Information
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Cancer Lists
o Ingredient: Calcium citrate (813-94-5)
o NTP Carcinogen
* Known: No
* Anticipated: No
* IARC Category: None
Ecological Information
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Environmental Fate:
No information found.
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Environmental Toxicity:
No information found.
Disposal Considerations
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Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an
appropriate and approved waste disposal facility.
Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste
management options.
State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations.
Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and
local requirements.
Transport Information
Not regulated.
Other Regulatory Information
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Chemical Inventory Status - Part 1
o Ingredient: Calcium Citrate (813-94-5)
o TSCA: Yes
o EC: Yes
o Japan: Yes
o Australia: Yes
Chemical Inventory Status - Part 2
o Ingredient: Calcium Citrate (813-94-5)
Canada:
o Korea: Yes
o DSL: Yes
o NDSL: No
o Phil.: Yes
Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 1
o Ingredient: Calcium Citrate (813-94-5)
SARA 302:
o RQ: No
o TPQ: No
SARA 313:
o List: No
o Chemical Ctg.: No
Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 2
o Ingredient: Calcium Citrate (813-94-5)
RCRA:
o CERCLA: No
o TPQ: No
TSCA:
o
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261.33:
8(d).: No
Chemical Weapons Convention:
No
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TSCA 12(b):
No
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CDTA:
No
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Chronic:
No
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Fire:
No
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Pressure:
No
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Reactivity:
No (Pure / Solid)
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Australian Hazchem Code:
None allocated.
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Poison Schedule:
None allocated.
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WHMIS:
This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products
Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR.
Other Information
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NEPA Ratings:
o Health: 1
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Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 0
Label Hazard Warning:
CAUTION! MAY CAUSE IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES, AND RESPIRATORY
TRACT.
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Label precautions:
o Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
o Keep container closed.
o Use with adequate ventilation.
o Wash throughly after handling.
Label First Aid:
o In case of eye contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least
15 minutes.
o Call a physician.
o In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes.
Product Use:
Food additive.
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Revision Information:
No Changes.