SAFETY DATA SHEET

according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006

Calciumhydridpulver S
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SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier
Trade name

: Calciumhydridpulver S

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the Substance/Mixture
Recommended restrictions
on use

: Reducing agents, Alloy component., Pyrotechnics.

: None known.

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company

Telephone
Telefax

: Rockwood Lithium GmbH

Industriepark Hchst, Gebude G 879
65926 Frankfurt a.M.
: +49 69 40 12 6-0
: +49 69 40 12 6-7 2000

Contact person product safety

Telephone
E-mail address

Product Safety
: +49(0)5326 51-1292
:

1.4 Emergency telephone number

Emergency telephone
number

+49(0)5326 51-0

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)
Substances, which in contact with water,
emit flammable gases, Category 1

H260: In contact with water releases flammable

gases which may ignite spontaneously.

Classification (67/548/EEC, 1999/45/EC)

Highly flammable

R15: Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases.

2.2 Label elements

Labelling (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008)

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Hazard pictograms

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H260

Precautionary statements

Prevention:
P232
P280

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In contact with water releases flammable

gases which may ignite spontaneously.

Protect from moisture.

Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/
eye protection/ face protection.

Response:
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue
rinsing.
P314
Get medical advice/ attention if you feel
unwell.
P378
In case of fire, use extinguish media on
basis of NaCl or pulverized limestone.
Never use water.
Storage:
P422
Store contents under inert gas.

2.3 Other hazards

Risk of dust explosion.
Explosive when mixed with oxidising substances.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substances
CAS-No.: 7789-78-8 , CAS Name: Calcium hydride , EINECS-No.: 232-189-2
3.2 Mixtures
Chemical nature

: Solid
powder

Hazardous components
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Chemical Name

Calcium hydride

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CAS-No.
EC-No.
Registration number
7789-78-8
232-189-2

Classification
(67/548/EEC)

F; R15

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Classification
Concentration
(REGULATION
[%]
(EC) No
1272/2008)
Water-react. 1; <= 100
H260

For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
For the full text of the Notas mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures
General advice

: First-aid crew: Ensure self-protection.

Keep warm and in a quiet place.
Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.
Move out of dangerous area.

If inhaled

: Provide fresh air.

Keep the victim calm and in a semi-upright position.
If symptoms persist, call a physician.

In case of skin contact

: Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.

If symptoms persist, call a physician.

In case of eye contact

: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids,

for at least 15 minutes.
Call a physician immediately.

If swallowed

: Rinse mouth with water.

Immediately give large quantities of water to drink.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Consult a physician.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms

: No information available.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treatment

: Treat symptomatically.
For specialist advice physicians should contact the Poisons
Information Service.

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SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media

: Dry extinguishing media based on NaCl (e.g.Totalit M) or pulverized limestone.

Unsuitable extinguishing
media

: Water
Halons
Carbon dioxide (CO2)

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards during firefighting

: Flammable.
May form toxic gases on heating or in case of fire.
Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases.
Hydrogen

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Special protective equipment
for firefighters
Further information

: In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

: Use water spray to cool unopened containers.
Be aware of a dangerous reaction with water, if the container
is ruptured.
Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This
must not be discharged into drains.
Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must
be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions

: Ensure adequate ventilation.

Wear personal protective equipment.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Do not breathe dust.
Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions

: Avoid subsoil penetration.

Do not flush into surface water.
Inform the relevant authorities if it enters sewers, aquatic environment or soil.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up

: Ensure adequate ventilation.

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Pick up when dry.

Avoid dust formation.
Pick up and transfer to properly labelled containers.
Clean contaminated surface thoroughly.
Adequate disposal
6.4 Reference to other sections
See chapter 8 and 13

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Advice on safe handling

: Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms.

Wear personal protective equipment.
Handle and open container with care.
Handle under inert gas.

Advice on protection against

fire and explosion

: Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of

ignition.
Take precautions against dust explosion.
No sparking tools should be used.
Reacts violently with water, liberating highly flammable gases.
Normal measures for preventive fire protection.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage
areas and containers

: Store in original container.

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated
place.
Store in a cool dry place.
Keep under inert gas.

Advice on common storage

: Never allow product to get in contact with water during storage.

Do not store near acids.

7.3 Specific end use(s)

Specific use(s)

: Reducing agents, Alloy component., Pyrotechnics.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters
Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.

8.2 Exposure controls

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Engineering measures
Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms.
Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection

: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory

equipment.
Half mask with a particle filter P2 (EN 143).

Hand protection

: Flame retardant gloves

Protective gloves complying with EN 374.
The exact break through time can be obtained from the protective glove producer and this has to be observed.
Protective gloves have to be replaced at the first sign of deterioration.

Eye protection

: Tightly fitting safety goggles

Eye protection (EN 166)

Skin and body protection

: Flame retardant protective clothing according to DIN EN 531

Hygiene measures

: Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Do not breathe dust.
Avoid dust formation.
Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited in the application area.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

Protective measures

: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped

with an eyewash facility and safety shower.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety
practice.

Environmental exposure controls

General advice

: Avoid subsoil penetration.

Do not flush into surface water.
Inform the relevant authorities if it enters sewers, aquatic environment or soil.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance

: powder

Colour

: grey

Odour

: odourless
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Ignition temperature

Auto-ignition temperature

: Spontaneously flammable in air.

Molecular Weight

: 42.10 g/mol

Melting point/range

: 816.0 C

Boiling point/boiling range

: 600 C

Density

: 1.9 g/cm3
at 20.0 C

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300 C

9.2 Other information

Explosivity

: Risk of dust explosion.

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
Dangerous reaction with water, acids and oxidising substances to form flammable gases.
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Hazardous reactions

: Risk of auto-ignition
Gives off heat.
Dangerous reaction with water, acids and oxidising substances to form flammable gases.
Contact with water liberates highly flammable gases.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid

: Heat, flames and sparks.

Protect from moisture.
Keep away from sources of ignition.
Dust can form an explosive mixture in air.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Materials to avoid

: Water
Halogenated compounds
Oxidizing agents
Strong acids
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Reducing agents
ammonia
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Risk of decomposition.

: Decomposes in contact with water.

Hydrogen
Calcium

Thermal decomposition

: 600 C

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
Acute oral toxicity

: no data available

Skin corrosion/irritation
Skin irritation

: Reacts slowly with moisture of the skin to cause burns.

Serious eye damage/eye irritation

Eye irritation

: Reacts slowly with moisture of the eyes to cause burns.

Respiratory or skin sensitisation

Sensitisation

: no data available

Further information

: Ingestion may cause irritation to mucous membranes.

According to concentration, aqueous solution causes irritation
or burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity to daphnia and other

aquatic invertebrates

: no data available

12.2 Persistence and degradability

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Biodegradability

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: The methods for determining biodegradability are not applicable to inorganic substances.

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulation

: no data available

12.4 Mobility in soil

Physico-chemical removabil- : no data available
ity
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
no data available
12.6 Other adverse effects
Additional ecological information

: slightly water endangering

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.
Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system.
Even leakage of small amounts in the subsoil can contaminate
drinking water.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product

: Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

Contaminated packaging

: Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

Waste Code

Waste codes should be assigned by the user, preferably in

discussion with the waste disposal authorities.

SECTION 14: Transport information

ADR
UN number
UN proper shipping name
Transport hazard class(es)
Packing group
Classification Code
Labels
Tunnel restriction code
Environmentally hazardous

:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:

1404
CALCIUM HYDRIDE
4.3
I
W2
4.3
(E)
no

IATA
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UN number
Description of the goods
Class
Packing group
Labels
IATA_C
Packing instruction (cargo
aircraft)
Maximum quantity
Environmentally hazardous
IATA_P
UN number
Class

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:
:
:
:
:

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1404
Calcium hydride
4.3
I
4.3

: 487
: 15.00 KG
: no

Environmentally hazardous

: 1404
: 4.3
Not permitted for transport
: no

IMDG
UN number
Description of the goods
Class
Packing group
Labels
EmS Number 1
EmS Number 2
Marine pollutant

:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:

1404
CALCIUM HYDRIDE
4.3
I
4.3
F-G
S-O
no

RID
UN number
Description of the goods
Transport hazard class(es)
Packing group
Classification Code
Labels
Environmentally hazardous

:
:
:
:
:
:
:

1404
CALCIUM HYDRIDE
4.3
I
W2
4.3
no

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Candidate List of Substances
of Very High Concern for
Authorisation

: This product does not contain substances of very high concern (Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH), Article 57).

Water contaminating class

(Germany)

: WGK 1 slightly water endangering

VWVWS A4

Other regulations

: The product is classified and labelled in accordance with EC

directives or respective national laws.
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Regional or national implementations of GHS may not implement all hazard classes and categories.

15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment

A Chemical Safety Assessment is not required for this substance.

SECTION 16: Other information

Full text of R-phrases referred to under sections 2 and 3
R15

Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases.

Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3.

H260

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.

Further information
The information provided is based on our current knowledge and experience and apply to the product
as delivered. Regarding the product properties, these are not guaranteed. The delivery of this safety
datasheet does not free the recipient of the product from his own responsibility to follow the relevant
rules and regulations concerning this product.

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