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CALCIUM CHLORIDE Page 3 of 7 <br />eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately. • <br />Note to Physician: <br />Oral ingestion may cause serum acidosis. <br />5. Fire Fighting Measures <br />Fire: <br />Not considered to be a fire hazard. <br />Explosion: <br />Not considered to be an explosion hazard. <br />Fire Extinguishing Media: <br />Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire. <br />Special Information: <br />In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained <br />breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive <br />pressure mode. At high temperatures or when moistened under fire conditions, calcium <br />chloride may produce toxic or irritating fumes. <br />6. Accidental Release Measures • <br />Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified <br />in Section 8. Spills: Sweep up and containerize for reclamation or disposal. Vacuuming or <br />wet sweeping may be used to avoid dust dispersal. Small amounts of residue may be <br />flushed to sewer with plenty of water. <br />7. Handling and Storage <br />Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Protect against <br />physical damage. Moist calcium chloride and concentrated solutions can corrode steel. <br />When exposed to the atmosphere, calcium chloride will absorb water and form a solution. <br />Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues <br />(dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product. <br />8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection <br />Airborne Exposure Limits: <br />None established. <br />Ventilation System: <br />http://www.jtbaker.com/msds/englisbbtml/c03.S7.htm 10/9/2007