Calcium Oxalate Monohydrate SDS (Safety Data Sheet)

SECTION 1 — CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Calcium Oxalate Monohydrate

Flinn Scientific, Inc. P.O. Box 219, Batavia, IL 60510 (800) 452-1261
Chemtrec Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-10549

Signal Word
WARNING

Hazard class: Acute toxicity, oral (Category 4). Harmful if swallowed (H302).

Hazard class: Acute toxicity, dermal (Category 4). Harmful in contact with skin (H312).

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SECTION 3 — COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Component Name	CAS Number	Formula	Formula Weight	Concentration
Calcium oxalate monohydrate	5794-28-5	CaC₂O₄•H₂O	146.112

SECTION 4 — FIRST AID MEASURES

Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell (P312).
If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing (P304+P340).
If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing (P305+P351+P338). If eye irritation persists eyes: Get medical advice or attention (P337+P313).
If on skin: Wash with plenty of water (P302+P352). If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice or attention (P332+P313).
If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell.

SECTION 5 — FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

When heated to decomposition, may emit toxic fumes of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and calcium oxide.

In case of fire: Use a tri-class dry chemical fire extinguisher (P370+P378).

NFPA Code

H-2
F-1
R-1

SECTION 6 — ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Use personal protective equipment. Avoid skin and eye exposure. Avoid dust formation. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust. Place spilled solid in sealed bag or appropriate waste disposal container. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information.

SECTION 7 — HANDLING AND STORAGE

Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Inorganic #2. Store with acetates, oxalates, halides, sulfates, sulfites, thiosulfates and phosphates.

SECTION 8 — EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION

Wear protective gloves (P280). Wash thoroughly after handling (P264). Do eat, drink, or smoke when using this product (P270).

SECTION 9 — PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

White, powder or lump
Soluble: dilute acid, very slightly soluble in water

Melting point: 200 °C (decomposes)
Specific gravity: 2.2

SECTION 10 — STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Avoid contact with strong oxidizers and open flame. Emits carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide when heated to decomposition.
Shelf life: Indefinite if stored properly. See Section 7 for further information.

SECTION 11 — TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute effects: harmful if swallowed or comes in contact with skin.
Chronic effects: N.A.
Target organs: N.A.

ORL-RAT LD₅₀: N.A.
IHL-RAT LC₅₀: N.A.
SKN-RBT LD₅₀: N.A.

SECTION 12 — ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No Data Available

SECTION 13 — DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Please review all federal, state and local regulations that may apply before proceeding.
Flinn Suggested Disposal Method #26a is one option.

SECTION 14 — TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT: Not a dangerous good.

SECTION 15 — REGULATORY INFORMATION

Not Listed

SECTION 16 — OTHER INFORMATION

This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is for guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Flinn Scientific, Inc. makes no guarantee of the accuracy or completeness of the data and shall not be liable for any damages relating thereto. The data is offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. The data should not be confused with local, state, federal or insurance mandates, regulations, or requirements and CONSTITUTE NO WARRANTY. Any use of this data and information must be determined by the science instructor to be in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of the product(s) described are beyond the control of Flinn Scientific, Inc. and may be beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS AND OTHER REASONS, WE DO NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE OR DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT(S).

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Calcium Oxalate Monohydrate Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Calcium Oxalate Monohydrate