MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Calcium Citrate
Company: BEST INC., LIMITED.
Add.: Rooms 1318-20, 13/F Hollywood Plaza, 610 Nathan Road, Mongkok, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Tel: +852-30774337 Fax:+852-30774338
1. IDENTIFICATION
General
Product Name : CALCIUM CITRATE
Other Names :
UN No. : N/A
Dangerous Goods Class : None Allocated
Subsidiary Risk : None Allocated
Hazchem Code : N/A
Pack Group : 0
EPG : N/A
Poisons Schedule : N/A
Uses :
1.1 Physical Description / Properties
Appearance : White powder, Odourless.
Formula : Ca3(C6H5O7)2
Boiling Point : N/A deg C
Melting Point : N/A deg C
Vapour Pressure : N/A
Specific Gravity : N/A (water = 1)
Flash Point : N/A
pH : N/A ()
Solubility in water : Insol g/l (25 deg C)
Flammability Limits (as percentage volume in air)
Lower Explosion Limit : N/A
Upper Explosion Limit : N/A
1.2 Other Properties
Solubility : Virtually insoluble in water, soluble in acid solutions.
1.3 Ingredients
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Chemical Entity |
CAS No. |
Proportions (%) |
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CALCIUM CITRATE |
[ 5785-44-4] |
>97.5 |
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2. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
2.1 Health Effects - Acute
Swallowed
May be harmful by ingestion.
Eye
May cause eye irritation.
Skin
May be harmful by skin absorption.
Inhaled
May be harmful by inhalation.
2.2 Health Effects - Chronic
2.3 First Aid
Swallowed
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
Eye
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
Skin
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Inhaled
If Inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
First Aid Facilities
Ensure an eye bath and safety shower are available and ready for use.
2.5 Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically based on the judgement of doctor and individual reactions of patient.
2.6 Toxicity Data
3. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Exposure Standards
An exposure standard has not been established for this product, however the following exposure limit is recommended : TWA 10mg/m3.
3.2 Engineering Controls
Ensure workplace is well ventilated to maintain air concentrations below exposure standard.
3.3 Personal Protection
Chemical safety goggles. Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. NIOSH/MSHA-Apporoved respirator.
3.4 Flammability
Not flammable under conditions of use. Keep away from sources of ignition.
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
4.1 Storage / Transport
Avoid Inhalation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep product tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place.
4.2 Packaging / Labelling
UN No. N/A
Class None Allocated
Sub Risk None Allocated
Hazchem Code N/A
Pack Group 0
EPG No. N/A
Shipping Name CALCIUM CITRATE
Hazard
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases
S22 Do not breathe dust.
4.3 Spills and Disposal
Spills
Clean-up personnel should wear full protective clothing including breathing apparatus.
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.
Disposal
Place waste in containers for disposal by incineration at an approved industrial facility in accordance with regulations.
4.4 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Fire / Explosion
INCOMPATIBILITIES: Strong oxidizing agents. HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION OR DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Toxic fumes of: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Extinguishing Media
Fire-fighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. In case of fire use water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam.
