Calcium Carbide (1/4 x 1/2in. (6.4 x 12.7mm) Granules), Fisher Chemical

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 75-20-7
• Molecular Formula: CaC₂
• MDL Number: MFCD00010905
• Synonym: calcium carbide, 3-phenoxypropylene di acetate, glycerol phenyl ether diacetate, 3-phenoxy-1,2-propanediol diacetate, phenylglyceryl ether diacetate, 1-phenyl ether-2,3-diacetate glycerol, 1,2-propanediol, 3-phenoxy-, diacetate, 1-acetyloxy-3-phenoxypropan-2-yl acetate, quartz crystal, 3-phenoxypropane-1,2-diyl diacetate

• Melting Point: 2300°C
• Color: Gray
• Physical Form: Solid
• Quantity: 500 g
• Formula Weight: 64.1
• Identification: Pass Test
• Packaging: Tin Can
• Density: 2.22g/cm³
• Chemical Name or Material: Calcium Carbide

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement

DANGER!

Precautionary Statement

Emergency Overview Water reactive. Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases. May cause burns. Corrosive to metals. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Do not allow contact with water. Protect from moisture. Use personal protective equipment. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Immediate medical attention is required. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Immediate medical attention is required. NFPA Health:3 Flammability:3 Instability:2

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