GYPSUM
ICSC: 1215 |
Calcium sulfate dihydrate CaSO4• 2H2O Molecular mass: 172.2 ICSC # 1215 | CAS # 13397-24-5 RTECS # MG2360000 October 26, 2004 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Not combustible. | In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media. | |
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INHALATION | Cough. | Local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
SKIN | Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. | ||
EYES | Redness. Pain. | Safety spectacles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
INGESTION | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Personal protection: P1 filter respirator for inert particles. | ||||
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Gypsum is the natural form of the product and may contain crystalline silica. CAS 10101-41-4 refers to Calcium sulfate precipitate, and CAS 7778-18-9 refers to Calcium sulfate anhydrous. The apparent melting point caused by loss of crystal water is given. Melting point for the anhydrous form is 1450°C. |
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