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CAS Number: 136-51-6
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93-2014
Calcium › Calcium 2-ethylhexanoate, superconductor grade, 40% in 2-ethylhexanoic acid (3-8% Ca)
CAS Number: 136-51-6
MDL Number: MFCD00014001
Molecular Formula: C16H30CaO4
Molecular Weight: 326.50
Chemical Formula: Ca[OOCCH(C2H5)C4H9]2
Color and Form: viscous liq.
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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Calcium 2-ethylhexanoate, superconductor grade, 40% in 2-ethylhexanoic acid (3-8% Ca)
Product Number: 93-2014
CAS Registry Number: 136-51-6
Formula: Ca[OOCCH(C2H5)C4H9]2
EINECS Number: 205-249-0
Chemical Family: metal carboxylate
Synonym: Calcium bis(2-ethylhexanoate)
SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 136-51-6 40 no data no data
2-ethylhexanoic acid 149-57-5 60 no data no data
SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: 2-ethyl hexanoic acid is moderately to severely irritating to eyes, skin and respiratory tract.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, eyes, inhalation, skin
Eye Contact: Irritating to eyes. May cause redness and pain.
Skin Contact: Mildly irritating to skin. May cause itching and redness.
Inhalation: Vapor may severely irritate the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract, and cause drowsiness.
Ingestion: Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal distress, dizziness, weakness, and drowsiness.
Acute Health Effects: Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Chronic Health Effects: Prolonged exposure may damage the liver.
NTP: No
IARC: No
OSHA: No
SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Exposure: Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Skin Exposure: Wash the affected area with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists.
Inhalation: Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Ingestion: Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious).
SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: 237 °F
Autoignition Temperature: no data
Explosion Limits: none
Extinguishing Medium: dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water fog, or foam.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: If this product is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products: If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic organic fumes.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.
SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures: Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite, sodium carbonate or other suitable non combustible adsorbent and swept up.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Store the material in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place.
SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection: Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection: Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves and clothing.
Ventilation: Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Respirator: If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Additional Protection: No additional protection required.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: viscous liq.
Molecular Weight: 326.5
Melting Point: no data
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: not applicable
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: none
Solubility in Water: insoluble
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: air and moisture stable
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: none
Incompatibility: oxidizing agents, bases
Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic vapors, and metal oxides and carbonates.
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data: No information available in the RTECS files. 2-Ethylhexanoic acid: Eye (rabbit) Draize: 20mg Severe; Oral (rat) LD50:3g/kg; Inhalation (rat) LC: >400 ppm/6H; Skin (rabbit) LD50: 1260 microliter/kg; Oral (rat) TDLo: 8800 mg/kg/2W-1 somnolence; Oral (rat) Reproductive: 1803 mg. Kg developmental abnormalities.
Carcinogenic Effects: none
Mutagenic Effects: none
Tetratogenic Effects: 2-Ethylhexanoic acid: insufficient data
SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information: No information available
SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.
SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR): Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Packaging Group (CFR): NA
UN ID Number (CFR): NA
Shipping Name (IATA): Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Packaging Group (IATA): NA
UN ID Number (IATA): NA
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313): Title compound not listed.
Second Ingredient: 2-ethylhexanoic acid (149-57-5) listed TSCA
Third Ingredient: none
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer: The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information.
Preparation Date: 5/23/2004
Revision Date: 10/24/2011

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