Calcium carbonate
Product Overview & Quality
- Product Name: Calcium carbonate
- Grade: Analytical Reagent (AR Grade), featuring high purity and strictly limited trace impurities for laboratory standards.
- Purity (Assay): Not less than 99%
- Physical Properties: Odorless and tasteless fine white powder.
- Solubility: Practically insoluble in water and alcohol; soluble in dilute acids with effervescence (release of carbon dioxide)
Safety & Hazards
- Classification: Generally recognized as safe and non-hazardous under GHS criteria.
- Health Risks: Dust may cause minor mechanical irritation to the eyes or respiratory tract upon inhalation. Excessive ingestion may lead to gastrointestinal discomfort or hypercalcemia.
- First Aid Measures: Flush eyes with plenty of water if contact occurs. Move to fresh air if dust is inhaled. Wash skin with soap and water after handling.
Handling & Storage
- Storage: Keep in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place. Protect from moisture to prevent clumping.
- Precautions: Store away from strong acids to avoid vigorous chemical reactions and gas evolution. Wear basic PPE, such as a dust mask, to prevent inhalation of fine particles.
