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CALCIUM CARBIDE | ICSC: 0406 |
Calcium acetylide Acetylenogen CaC2 Molecular mass: 64.1 ![]() RTECS # EV9400000 ICSC # 0406 UN # 1402 EC # 006-004-00-9 |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Not combustible but forms flammable gas on contact with water or damp air.
Many reactions may cause fire or explosion.
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NO contact with water.
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Special powder, dry sand, NO other agents.
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EXPLOSION |
Risk of fire and explosion on contact with water.
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Use non-sparking handtools.
Prevent deposition of dust; closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting.
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In case of fire: cool drums, etc., by spraying with water but avoid contact of the substance with water.
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EXPOSURE |
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PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
STRICT HYGIENE!
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Cough.
Laboured breathing.
Shortness of breath.
Sore throat.
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Local exhaust or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Half-upright position.
Refer for medical attention.
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Redness.
Skin burns.
Pain.
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Protective gloves.
Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
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Redness.
Pain.
Blurred vision.
Severe deep burns.
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Safety goggles,
or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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Laboured breathing.
Shock or collapse
(further see Inhalation).
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Wash hands before eating.
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Rinse mouth.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Refer for medical attention.
See Notes.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Eliminate all ignition sources.
Sweep spilled substance into clean dry containers.
Carefully collect remainder,
then remove to safe place.
Do not use water.
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Separated from incompatible materials (see Chemical Dangers).
Dry.
Well closed.
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Airtight.
F symbol R: 15 S: (2)-8-43 UN Hazard Class: 4.3 UN Packing Group: II |
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CALCIUM CARBIDE | ICSC: 0406 |
I M P O R T A N T D A T A |
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PHYSICAL PROPERTIES |
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ENVIRONMENTAL DATA |
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Reacts violently with fire extinguishing agents such as water,
producing explosive gas.
The substance may contain contaminant resulting in the release of the toxic gas phosphine on contact with water.
The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential.
Immediate administration of an appropriate spray, by a doctor or a person authorized by him/her, should be considered.
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.
Also consult ICSC # 0089 (acetylene).
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