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Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Calcium Carbide Tech.

by Vickers Laboratories Limited

SDS · PDF, approx. 220 KB CRA · PDF, approx. 180 KB

Calcium Carbide Tech. is supplied by Vickers Laboratories Limited under product code 0140. This page provides both the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and the Chemical Risk Assessment (CRA) for this substance, under GHS/CLP regulations for UK workplace use under COSHH. The full SDS and CRA documents are available to download above.

This SDS was last revised on 20 April 2021. The matching CRA is updated in line with SDS revisions. Workplaces handling this substance should retain a current SDS and risk assessment for the duration of use.

Language: English
Regulation: GHS/CLP
Revision Date: 20 Apr 2021
Signal Word: DANGER
Product Code: 0140
CAS Number: 75-20-7

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: DANGER

GHS02Flammable

GHS07Harmful / irritant

GHS05Corrosive

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H260: In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
H315: Causes skin irritation.
H318: Causes serious eye damage.
H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

Need the full hazard breakdown? Precautionary statements, first aid, physical properties and exposure controls are in the full SDS PDF.

Common QuestionsAbout this Safety Data Sheet

Chemical Risk Assessment SummaryFrom the Chemical Risk Assessment

Assessment Summary

This Chemical Risk Assessment is derived from the Safety Data Sheet for Calcium Carbide Tech. issued by Vickers Laboratories Limited on 20 April 2021 It presents the substance's hazards organised by risk level, with the relevant regulatory statements and recommended controls for each. These hazards are rated across two levels: High and Low Risk, based on the hazard classifications in the SDS.

Hazard PreviewA snapshot of substance hazards and controls

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H260: In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously

P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P223: Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of vio-lent reaction and possible fl ash fire.

P231 + P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture.

P402 + P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P335 + P334 Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages.

1 other control in place

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H318: Causes serious eye damage

P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician

Rating Before Controls

LOW RISK

H315: Causes skin irritation

P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.

P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water

P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label)

P332 + P313 IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

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Recommended Control MeasuresKey PPE and handling controls

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Common QuestionsAbout this Risk Assessment

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