MSDS Identification:

Key:  03960

Name:   Calcium fluoride

Catalog Numbers:  
S79943, C89-250, C89-500
Synonyms:  

Calcium difluoride; Fluorite; Fluorspar; Acid-Spar.

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Hazard Symbols:   XN
Risk Phrases:   20/22

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance:   white solid. Warning! May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause kidney damage. May cause cardiac disturbances. May cause lung damage. Causes eye and skin irritation.
Target Organs:   Kidneys, heart, lungs, skeletal structures.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Eye:   Causes eye irritation.
Skin:   Causes skin irritation. Chronic inhalation may cause lung damage, bronchitis, and silicosis. May decrease blood clotting.
Ingestion:   May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Ingestion of large amounts of fluoride may include salivation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fever, labored breathing. Exposure to fluoride compounds can result in systemic toxic effects on the heart, liver, and kidneys. It may also deplete calcium levels in the body leading to hypocalcemia and death. May cause bone structure abnormalities.
Inhalation:   Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause heart disturbances, possibly leading to cardiac arrest and death. May cause hyperactive reflexes and muscular spasms. May cause respiratory arrest.
Chronic:   Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause permanent bone structure abnormalities. May cause kidney injury. Chronic inhalation may cause lung damage, bronchitis, and silicosis. May decrease blood clotting. Chronic exposure to fluoride compounds may cause systemic toxicity.

Eyes:   Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:   Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Destroy contaminated shoes.
Ingestion:   Call a poison control center. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:   Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:   Administration of Calcium Disodium EDTA may be useful in acute poisoning with its use at the discretion of qualified medical personnel.

General Information:   As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media:   Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire.
Autoignition Temperature:   Not applicable.
Flash Point:   Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower:   Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper:   Not available.
NFPA Rating:   (estimated) Health: 3; Flammability: 0; Instability: 0

General Information:   Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:   Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.

Handling:   Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Wash clothing before reuse.
Storage:   Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep containers tightly closed. Store protected from moisture.

Engineering Controls:   Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
EXPOSURE LIMITS

OSHA Vacated PELs:  
Calcium fluoride:   2.5 mg/m3 TWA (listed under ** no name **)
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Eyes:   Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:   Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:   Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators:   Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Physical State:   Solid
Color:   white
Odor:   none reported
pH:   Not available.
Vapor Pressure:   Not applicable.
Vapor Density:   Not available.
Evaporation Rate:   Not applicable.
Viscosity:   Not applicable.
Boiling Point:   Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point:   2593 deg F
Decomposition Temperature:   Not available.
Solubility in water:   0.0016% @18C
Specific Gravity/Density:   3.180
Molecular Formula:   CaF2
Molecular Weight:   78.08

Chemical Stability:   Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:   Dust generation, moisture, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:   Reacts with hot concentrated sulfuric acid to liberate hydrogen fluoride.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:   Irritating and toxic fumes and gases, fluoride fumes.
Hazardous Polymerization:   Has not been reported.

RTECS#:

CAS# 7789-75-5: EW1760000

LD50/LC50:

Carcinogenicity:
Calcium fluoride -

ACGIH: A4 - Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen (as F) (listed IARC: Group 3 carcinogen (listed as ** undefined **).

Epidemiology:
No information available.
Teratogenicity:
No information available.
Reproductive Effects:
No information available.
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Mutagenicity:
No information available.
Other Studies:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series:   None listed.
RCRA U-Series:   None listed.

US DOT

No information available

Canadian TDG

No information available.

TSCA

CAS# 7789-75-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

Health & Safety Reporting List

None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.

Chemical Test Rules

None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.

Section 12b

None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.

TSCA Significant New Use Rule

None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.

SARA
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs

None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.

SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances

None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.

SARA Codes

CAS # 7789-75-5: acute.

Section 313

No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.

Clean Air Act:

This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.

This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.

This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.

Clean Water Act:

None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.

None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.

None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.

OSHA:

None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.

Calcium fluoride can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, (listed as ** no name **), California, (listed as ** no name **), New Jersey, Pennsylvania, (listed as ** no name **), Minnesota, (listed as ** no name **), Minnesota, (listed as ** no name **).

California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.

European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives

Hazard Symbols: XN

Risk Phrases:

R 20/22 Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.

Safety Phrases:

S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)

CAS# 7789-75-5: 0

United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits

CAS# 7789-75-5: OES-United Kingdom, TWA (listed as ** undefined **): 2.5 mg/m3 TWA (inorganic, as F)

United Kingdom Maximum Exposure Limits

Canada

CAS# 7789-75-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.

This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B.

CAS# 7789-75-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.

Exposure Limits

CAS# 7789-75-5: OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3

OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3

OEL-CZECHOSLOVAKIA:TWA 1 mg(F)/m3;STEL 5 mg(F)/m3

OEL-DENMARK:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3

OEL-FINLAND:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3

OEL-FRANCE:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3

OEL-GERMANY:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3

OEL-HUNGARY:TWA 1 mg(F)/m3;STEL 2 mg(F)/m3

OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3

OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3

OEL-POLAND:TWA 1 mg(F)/m3

OEL-RUSSIA:STEL 0.5 ppm (2.5 mg/m3)

OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 2 mg(F)/m3

OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 1.8 ppm (1.5 mg(F)/m3);STEL 9.0 ppm

OEL-THAILAND:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3

OEL-TURKEY:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3

OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 2.5 mg(F)/m3 OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV

MSDS Creation Date:   3/22/1999,   Revision #3 Date:  2/25/2003
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