ICSC 1628 - CALCIUM BROMIDE

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CALCIUM BROMIDE	ICSC: 1628 (October 2005)
Calcium dibromide

CAS #: 7789-41-5

EC Number: 232-164-6

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Redness. Pain.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety goggles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Sore throat. Nausea. Vomiting.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Dry. Separated from strong oxidants.
PACKAGING

CALCIUM BROMIDE

ICSC: 1628

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE HYGROSCOPIC POWDER. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on contact with hot surfaces or flames. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes. Reacts with strong acids. This produces corrosive fumes.	Formula: CaBr₂ Molecular mass: 199.9 Decomposes at 810°C Melting point: 730°C Density: 3.4 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 30°C: 142

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE HYGROSCOPIC POWDER.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on contact with hot surfaces or flames. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes. Reacts with strong acids. This produces corrosive fumes.

Formula: CaBr₂
Molecular mass: 199.9
Decomposes at 810°C
Melting point: 730°C
Density: 3.4 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 30°C: 142

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.	Inhalation risk A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. Ingestion may cause effects on the central nervous system.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.

Inhalation risk
A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. Ingestion may cause effects on the central nervous system.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT

NOTES
May exist also as Calcium bromide hydrate (CAS 71626-99-8).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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