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Safety Data Sheet
1. Chemical Product and Contact Information
Product Name: Calcium Carbonate
Calibration Sample
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
OSHA
ACGIH
Typical %
Component
CAS No.
PEL (mg/m3) TLV (mg/m3) by Weight
Calcium Carbonate
471-34-1
15 (total)
10
98 - 100
5 (resp)
3. Hazard Identification
No significant fire or spill hazard; minor irritant health risk. White powder.
Potential Health Effects
EYES: Can be irritating.
SKIN: Can be irritating.
INHALATION: Can be irritating to respiratory system.
INGESTION: Not available.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED: Not available.
CHRONIC OVEREXPOSURE: Not available.
ACUTE OVEREXPOSURE: May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion or skin absorption.
Causes eye and skin irritation. Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper
respiratory tract.
CARCINOGENICITY: None.
4. First Aid Measures
EYES: Immediately flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
SKIN: Immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water. Wash contaminated
clothing before reuse
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen.
INGESTION: Wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES: Non-flammable.
Flash Point: Not available. Method Used: Not applicable.
Flammable Limits (% by Volume in Air):
Lower: None. Upper: None.
AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not applicable.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: Emits toxic fumes, carbon dioxide and carbon
monoxide under fire conditions.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate
foam.
FIREFIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective
clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6. Accidental Release Measures
SMALL/LARGE SPILL: Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots and heavy
rubber gloves. Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust.
Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
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7. Handling and Storage
HANDLING: Use personal protective measures in Section 8. Do not breathe dust. Avoid
contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling.
STORAGE: Keep container closed. Store in a cool, dry place.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Mechanical exhaust required.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator.
SKIN AND HAND PROTECTION: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
EYE AND FACE PROTECTION: Chemical safety goggles.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Safety shower and eye bath.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
APPEARANCE: White powder.
BOILING POINT: 1517° F. (825° C.)
FREEZE-MELT POINT: Not available.
VAPOR PRESSURE (mm): Not available.
VAPOR DENSITY (air = 1): Not available.
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Not available.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: Not available.
pH: Not available.
ODOR: None.
PERCENT VOLATILES: Not available.
EVAPORATION RATE (Butyl Acetate = 1): Not available.
10. Stability and Reactivity
CHEMICAL STABILITY: Stable.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, magnesium and aluminum.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: None.
11. Toxicological Information
Oral Rat LD50: 6450 kg/mg.
12. Ecological Information
Not available.
13. Disposal Consideration
Bury in a landfill site approved for the disposal of chemical and hazardous wastes. Observe
all federal, state and local environmental regulations.
14. Transportation Information
U.S.A. DOT: Not regulated.
15. Regulatory Information
U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS:
TSCA STATUS: On Toxic Substance Control Inventory.
CERCLA REPORTABLE QUANTITY: None.
SARA TITLE III:
Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: None.
Section 311/312 Hazardous Categories: Acute.
Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: None.
RCRA STATUS: Not regulated
CANADIAN REGULATIONS:
WHMIS: Not regulated.
16. Other Information
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