Material Safety Data Sheet

Calcium Carbide

Section 1. Chemical product and company identification

Product name Supplier : Calcium Carbide : AIRGAS INC., on behalf of its subsidiaries 259 North Radnor-Chester Road Suite 100 Radnor, PA 19087-5283 1-610-687-5253 : Acetylenogen; Calcium Acetylide; Calcium Dicarbide : Other non-specified industry: GENERATION OF ACETYLENE GAS FOR WELDING; CHLOROETHYLENES; VINYL ACETATE MONOMER; ACETYLENE CHEMICALS; REDUCING AGENT. : 001086 : 5/13/2013. : 1-866-734-3438

Synonym Material uses

MSDS # Date of Preparation/Revision In case of emergency

Section 2. Hazards identification

Physical state Emergency overview : Solid. [GREY TO BLUISH BLACK SOLID GRANULES WITH A GARLIC ODOR] : WARNING! FLAMMABLE MAY CAUSE TARGET ORGAN DAMAGE, BASED ON ANIMAL DATA. Extremely flammable. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid contact with skin and clothing. May cause target organ damage, based on animal data. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use.

Target organs : May cause damage to the following organs: upper respiratory tract, skin, eyes. Potential acute health effects Eyes : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Skin : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Inhalation : No known significant effects or critical hazards. : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Ingestion Potential chronic health effects Target organs : May cause damage to the following organs: upper respiratory tract, skin, eyes. Medical conditions aggravated by overexposure : Pre-existing disorders involving any target organs mentioned in this MSDS as being at risk may be aggravated by over-exposure to this product.

See toxicological information (Section 11)

Section 3. Composition, Information on Ingredients

United States Name calcium carbide CAS number 75-20-7 % Volume 100 Exposure limits

Section 4. First aid measures

Eye contact : Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical attention immediately. : In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.

Skin contact

Calcium Carbide Inhalation : Move exposed person to fresh air. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention immediately. : Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately.

Ingestion

Section 5. Fire-fighting measures

Flammability of the product Flash point Products of combustion : May be combustible at high temperature. Not available. : Not flammable in dry state; forms flammable and explosive acetylene gas on exposure to moisture. : Decomposition products may include the following materials: carbon dioxide carbon monoxide : Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray (fog) or foam. : Do not use water jet. : Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Move containers from fire area if this can be done without risk. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Extremely flammable. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. : Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.

Extinguishing media Suitable Not suitable Special exposure hazards

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters

Section 6. Accidental release measures

Personal precautions : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Shut off all ignition sources. No flares, smoking or flames in hazard area. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). : Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). : Move containers from spill area. Approach release from upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a designated, labeled waste container. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Note: see section 1 for emergency contact information and section 13 for waste disposal.

Environmental precautions

Methods for cleaning up

Section 7. Handling and storage

Handling : Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking and smoking. Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Do not enter storage areas and confined spaces unless adequately ventilated. Keep in the original container or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, kept tightly closed when not in use. Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame or any other ignition source. Use explosion-proof electrical (ventilating, lighting and material handling) equipment. Use non-sparking tools. Empty containers retain product residue and can be hazardous. Do not reuse container.

Calcium Carbide Storage : Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in a segregated and approved area. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see section 10) and food and drink. Eliminate all ignition sources. Separate from oxidizing materials. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabeled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination.

Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Recommended monitoring procedures Engineering measures : If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, personal, workplace atmosphere or biological monitoring may be required to determine the effectiveness of the ventilation or other control measures and/or the necessity to use respiratory protective equipment. : Use only with adequate ventilation. If user operations generate dust, fumes, gas, vapor or mist, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants below any recommended or statutory limits. The engineering controls also need to keep gas, vapor or dust concentrations below any lower explosive limits. Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment. : Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period. Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. : Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or dusts. : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product. : Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator. : Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. : Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Exposure limits

Hygiene measures

Personal protection Eyes

Skin

Respiratory

Hands

Personal protection in case of a large spill Product name United States calcium carbide

Section 9. Physical and chemical properties

Physical state Odor Molecular weight Molecular formula Boiling/condensation point Melting/freezing point Specific gravity VOC : : : : : : : : Solid. [GREY TO BLUISH BLACK SOLID GRANULES WITH A GARLIC ODOR] GARLIC-LIKE 64.1 g/mole CaC2 >2300C (4172F) 2300C (4172F) 2.22 (Water = 1) 0 % (w/w)

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Section 10. Stability and reactivity

Stability and reactivity Incompatibility with various substances Hazardous decomposition products Hazardous polymerization : The product is stable. : Extremely reactive or incompatible with the following materials: oxidizing materials, metals, acids and alkalis. The product reacts violently with water to emit flammable but non toxic gases. : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced. : Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous polymerization will not occur.

Section 11. Toxicological information

Chronic effects on humans Other toxic effects on humans Specific effects Carcinogenic effects Mutagenic effects Reproduction toxicity : May cause damage to the following organs: upper respiratory tract, skin, eyes. : No specific information is available in our database regarding the other toxic effects of this material to humans. : No known significant effects or critical hazards. : No known significant effects or critical hazards. : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Section 12. Ecological information

Aquatic ecotoxicity Not available. Products of degradation : Products of degradation: carbon oxides (CO, CO2).

Section 13. Disposal considerations

Waste disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Disposal of this product, solutions and any byproducts should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers.

Product removed from the cylinder must be disposed of in accordance with appropriate Federal, State, local regulation.Return cylinders with residual product to Airgas, Inc.Do not dispose of locally.

Section 14. Transport information

Regulatory information DOT Classification UN number UN1402 Proper shipping name CALCIUM CARBIDE Class 4.3 Packing group I Label Additional information Reportable quantity 10 lbs. (4.54 kg) Limited quantity Yes. Packaging instruction Passenger aircraft Quantity limitation: Forbidden. Cargo aircraft

Calcium Carbide Quantity limitation: 15 kg Special provisions A1, A8, B55, B59, IB4, IP1, N34, T9, TP7 TDG Classification UN1402 CALCIUM CARBIDE 4.3 I Explosive Limit and Limited Quantity Index 0 ERAP Index 1000 Passenger Carrying Road or Rail Index Forbidden Mexico Classification UN1402 CALCIUM CARBIDE 4.3 I Reportable quantity 10 lbs. (4.54 kg) Limited quantity Yes. Packaging instruction Passenger aircraft Quantity limitation: Forbidden. Cargo aircraft Quantity limitation: 15 kg Special provisions A1, A8, B55, B59, IB4, IP1, N34, T9, TP7 Refer to CFR 49 (or authority having jurisdiction) to determine the information required for shipment of the product.

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Section 15. Regulatory information

United States HCS Classification U.S. Federal regulations : Target organ effects : United States inventory (TSCA 8b): This material is listed or exempted. SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found. SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found. SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: calcium carbide SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: calcium carbide: Fire hazard, reactive, Immediate (acute) health hazard Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found. Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: calcium carbide Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found. Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found. : Connecticut Carcinogen Reporting: This material is not listed. Connecticut Hazardous Material Survey: This material is not listed. Florida substances: This material is not listed. Illinois Chemical Safety Act: This material is not listed. Illinois Toxic Substances Disclosure to Employee Act: This material is not listed. Louisiana Reporting: This material is not listed. Louisiana Spill: This material is not listed. Massachusetts Spill: This material is not listed. Massachusetts Substances: This material is listed. Michigan Critical Material: This material is not listed. Minnesota Hazardous Substances: This material is not listed. New Jersey Hazardous Substances: This material is listed. New Jersey Spill: This material is not listed. New Jersey Toxic Catastrophe Prevention Act: This material is not listed. New York Acutely Hazardous Substances: This material is listed. New York Toxic Chemical Release Reporting: This material is not listed. Pennsylvania RTK Hazardous Substances: This material is listed. Rhode Island Hazardous Substances: This material is not listed. : Class B-6: Reactive flammable material Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (Toxic). CEPA Toxic substances: This material is not listed. Canadian ARET: This material is not listed. Canadian NPRI: This material is not listed. Alberta Designated Substances: This material is not listed. Ontario Designated Substances: This material is not listed. Quebec Designated Substances: This material is not listed.

State regulations

Canada WHMIS (Canada)

Section 16. Other information

Label requirements Hazardous Material Information System (U.S.A.) : FLAMMABLE MAY CAUSE TARGET ORGAN DAMAGE, BASED ON ANIMAL DATA. : Health * 3 Flammability Physical hazards National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.) : Health 3 3 2

3 2

Flammability Instability Special

Notice to reader

Calcium Carbide To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-named supplier, nor any of its subsidiaries, assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.