| Commodity: |
CALCIUM
CARBIDE Synonym:CALCIUM CARBIDE
Formula:CaC2 |
| Properties: |
Gray,
yellow and brown or black solid,
specific gravity: 2.22. It will lose
luster and appear gray by absorbing
moisture in the air. It is very active,
and it can react with many kinds of
gases and liquors under certain
temperature. It can react with water and
turn into Acetylene and calcium
hydroxide. |
| Packing: |
In 50kG,
100kg
or 200kg hermetically sealed iron drums.
It should be marked by “ CAULCIUM
CARBIDE: AVOIDING WATER AND FIRE”. |
| Cautions
during transportation: |
The
packing must be kept in good condition
and the goods should be stored in a dry,
cool, and ventilated place. It should be
separate from the cargo can burn and
acid. It should avoid meet water and
moisture. It should give off the
Acetylene in iron drum before storing in
warehouse. Rolling drums, heavy putting
down and colliding are not allowed to
avoid the spark lead to explosion. The
fine expired in 6-12 months. |
| How
to handle with breakage and leakage of
packing: |
Collect
the material (Rubber glover must be used
in operation). Then, wash the
contaminated objects and spot with
running water. |
| How
to treat in urgency: |
If
dizziness, headache or spit, should
remove to the place in fresh air.
Heavier should be removed to hospital. |
| Method
of extinguishing a fire: |
Use
carbon dioxide, sand and Soda Ash. |
| Remarks: |
UN
NO.1402 CLASS 4- FLAMMABLE ITEM. |
