Calcium hydride, ca. 93%, extra pure, 10-100 mm pieces, up to 10% powder

Description

CAS: 7789-78-8 | CaH₂ | 42.09 g/mol

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Adsorbent, Reduction reagent

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 7789-78-8
• Molecular Formula: CaH₂
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 42.09
• MDL Number: MFCD00010897

• Melting Point: 675.0°C
• Color: Gray
• Physical Form: Irregular Lumps/Pieces
• Quantity: 100 g
• Assay Percent Range: 92% min. (Total Ca)
• Linear Formula: CaH₂
• Fieser: 01,105
• Merck Index: 15,1674
• Solubility Information: Solubility in water: reacts. Other solubilities: decomposes with lower alcohols and carboxylic acid, soluble only in salt melts
• Formula Weight: 42.09
• Percent Purity: ∼93%
• Grade: Extra Pure
• Packaging: Plastic bottle
• Specific Gravity: 1.9
• Density: 1.9000g/mL
• Chemical Name or Material: Calcium hydride, ca. 93%

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	GHS Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Reacts violently with water.
Precautionary Statement	GHS P Statement Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. IF ON S
EINECSNumber	232-189-2
TSCA	TSCA

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only