ICSC 1634 - CALCIUM FORMATE

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CALCIUM FORMATE	ICSC: 1634 (June 2006)
Calcium diformate Formic acid, Ca salt

CAS #: 544-17-2

EC Number: 208-863-7

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible. Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin		Protective gloves.	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		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth.

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
Separated from strong oxidants and strong acids.
PACKAGING

CALCIUM FORMATE

ICSC: 1634

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE-TO-YELLOW CRYSTALS OR CRYSTALLINE POWDER. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating. This produces flammable hydrogen and irritating fumes (calcium oxalate, carbonate and oxide). Reacts with strong acids and strong oxidants.	Formula: C₂H₂CaO₄ / Ca(HCO₂)₂ Molecular mass: 130.1 Decomposes at >800°C Density (bulk): 1150 kg/m³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 16 Auto-ignition temperature: 475°C Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -2.47

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE-TO-YELLOW CRYSTALS OR CRYSTALLINE POWDER.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces flammable hydrogen and irritating fumes (calcium oxalate, carbonate and oxide). Reacts with strong acids and strong oxidants.

Formula: C₂H₂CaO₄ / Ca(HCO₂)₂
Molecular mass: 130.1
Decomposes at >800°C
Density (bulk): 1150 kg/m³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 16
Auto-ignition temperature: 475°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -2.47

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT

NOTES
Health effects of exposure to the substance have not been investigated adequately.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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