CALCIUM FLUORIDE
ICSC: 1323 |
Calcium difluoride CaF2 Molecular mass: 78.1 ICSC # 1323 | CAS # 7789-75-5 RTECS # EW1760000 March 25, 1999 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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EXPOSURE | PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | ||
INHALATION | Ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. | |
SKIN | Protective gloves. | Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. | |
EYES | Safety spectacles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. | |
INGESTION | Nausea. Vomiting. | 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. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles. | Separated from mineral acids. | |||
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Calcium fluoride minerals are mined as fluorite and fluospar. Card has been partly updated in April and October 2005. See section Occupational Exposure Limits. |
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