Calcium hydride, ca. 93%, extra pure, 0-2 mm grain size, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

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

• Melting Point: 675.0°C
• 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, extra pure, 0-2 mm grain size

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• Calcium hydride

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Substance which\, in contact with water\, emits flammable gases Category 1

Hazard Statement

• H260-In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.

Precautionary Statement

• P223-Do not allow contact with water.
• P231+P232-Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture.
• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P335+P334-Brush off loose particles from skin Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages.
• P370+P378-In case of fire: Use to extinguish.
• P402+P404-Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.

RUO – Research Use Only