Chemical Safety Data Sheet MSDS / SDS
Calcium nitrite
Revision Date:2026-03-21Revision Number:1
Product identifier
- Product name: Calcium nitrite
- CBnumber: CB6709679
- CAS: 13780-06-8
- EINECS Number: 237-424-2
- Synonyms: CalciuM nitrite solution 30 wt. % in H2O
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Relevant identified uses: For R&D use only. Not for medicinal, household or other use.
- Uses advised against: none
Company Identification
- Company: Chemicalbook
- Address: Building 1, Huihuang International, Shangdi 10th Street, Haidian District, Beijing
- Telephone: 010-86108875
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
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Symbol(GHS)
- Signal wordDanger
P501 Dispose of contents/container to..…
P405 Store locked up.
P330 Rinse mouth.
P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label).
P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P264 Wash skin thouroughly after handling.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Hazard statements
H301 Toxic if swalloed
H318 Causes serious eye damage
Substance
- Product name: Calcium nitrite
- Synonyms: CalciuM nitrite solution 30 wt. % in H2O
- CAS: 13780-06-8
- EC number: 237-424-2
- MF: CaN2O4
- MW: 132.09
4.1 Description of first-aid measures
If inhaledAfter inhalation: fresh air.
In case of skin contact
In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
In case of eye contact
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses.
If swallowed
After swallowing: make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult doctor if feeling unwell.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2) and/or in section 11
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available
4.4 Notes to physician
No data available
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing mediaFoam Carbon dioxide (CO2) Dry powder
Unsuitable extinguishing media
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Nitrogen oxides (NOx)
Calcium oxide
Combustible.
Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors.
Forms explosive mixtures with air on intense heating.
Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.
Calcium oxide
Combustible.
Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors.
Forms explosive mixtures with air on intense heating.
Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Suppress (knock down) gases/vapors/mists with a water spray jet. Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.
Suppress (knock down) gases/vapors/mists with a water spray jet. Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Advice for non-emergency personnel: Do not breathe vapors, aerosols. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
For personal protection see section 8.
For personal protection see section 8.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Do not let product enter drains.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Cover drains. Collect, bind, and pump off spills. Observe possible material restrictions (see sections 7 and 10). Take up with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb® ).
Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.
Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.
6.4 Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
For precautions see section 2.2.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditionsTightly closed.
Storage class
Storage class (TRGS 510): 10: Combustible liquids
8.1 Control parameters
Ingredients with workplace control parametersContains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.
8.2 Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controlsChange contaminated clothing. Wash hands after working with substance.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Full contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested: (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
Splash contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested: (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M) data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374
If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the EC approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Full contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested: (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M)
Splash contact
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested: (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M) data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374
If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the EC approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.
Respiratory protection
Not required; except in case of aerosol formation.
Control of environmental exposure
Do not let product enter drains.
Information on basic physicochemical properties
- a) Physical stateliquid
- b) Colorwhite-yellow hexagonal, hexane crystals, crystalline; hygroscopic
- c) Odor Odorless
- d) Melting point/freezing pointNo data available
- e) Initial boiling point and boiling rangeNo data available
- f) Flammability (solid, gas)No data available
- g) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limitsNo data available
- h) Flash point110 °C - closed cup
- i) Autoignition temperatureNo data available
- j) Decomposition temperatureNo data available
- k) pHNo data available
- l) ViscosityViscosity, kinematic: No data available
Viscosity, dynamic: No data available - m) Water solubilityslightly soluble alcohol [MER06]; g/100g solution H2O: 38.3 (0°C), 43.0 (18.5°C), 71.2 (91°C); solid phase Ca(NO2)2 · 4H2O (0°C, 18.5°C), Ca(NO2)2 ·2H2O (91°C) [KRU93]
- n) Partition coefficient n-octanol/waterNo data available
- o) Vapor pressureNo data available
- p) Density2.23
- Relative density2.23
- q) Relative vapor densityNo data available
- r) Particle characteristicsNo data available
- s) Explosive propertiesNot classified as explosive.
- t) Oxidizing propertiesnone
- Solubilityslightly soluble in ethanol
9.2 Other safety information
No data available
10.1 Chemical stability
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .
10.2 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Violent reactions possible with:
The generally known reaction partners of water.
The generally known reaction partners of water.
10.3 Conditions to avoid
Heat.
Strong heating.
Strong heating.
10.4 Incompatible materials
Reducing agents, Acids, Activated carbon, Ammonium salts, Cyanides
10.5 Hazardous decomposition products
In the event of fire: see section 5
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Mixture Acute toxicityOral: No data available
Inhalation: No data available
Dermal: No data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
Inhalation: No data available
Dermal: No data available
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Germ cell mutagenicity
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Carcinogenicity
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Reproductive toxicity
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Aspiration hazard
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
11.2 Additional Information
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause:, Irritation, Prolonged or repeated contact with skin may cause:, Skin irritation, Dermatitis, Prolonged or repeated exposure to high concentrations can cause:, Eye irritation, corneal injury
Components Calcium nitrite
Acute toxicity
Oral: No data available
Inhalation: No data available
Dermal: No data available
Inhalation: No data available
Dermal: No data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Germ cell mutagenicity
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Carcinogenicity
Nitrosamines are suspected of causing cancers of the lung, nasal sinuses, brain, esophagus, stomach, liver, bladder, and kidney.
Reproductive toxicity
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
Aspiration hazard
Classified based on available data. For more details, see section 2
12.1 Toxicity
MixtureNo data available
12.2 Persistence and degradability
No data available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
No data available
12.4 Mobility in soil
No data available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
12.6 Endocrine disrupting properties
No data available
12.7 Other adverse effects
No data available
Components Calcium nitrite
No data available
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
14.1 UN number
ADR/RID: -
IMDG: -
IATA-DGR: -
IMDG: -
IATA-DGR: -
14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods
IMDG: Not dangerous goods
IATA-DGR: Not dangerous goods
IMDG: Not dangerous goods
IATA-DGR: Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: -
IMDG: -
IATA-DGR: -
IMDG: -
IATA-DGR: -
14.4 Packaging group
ADR/RID: -
IMDG: -
IATA-DGR: -
IMDG: -
IATA-DGR: -
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no
IMDG Marine pollutant: no
IATA-DGR: no
IMDG Marine pollutant: no
IATA-DGR: no
14.6 Special precautions for user
14.7 Incompatible materials
Reducing agents, Acids, Activated carbon, Ammonium salts, Cyanides
Further information: Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations.
Further information: Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations.
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
National regulatory information
Other regulations
Please pay attention on the waste treatment should also comply with local regulations requirement.
Other regulations
Please pay attention on the waste treatment should also comply with local regulations requirement.
Abbreviations and acronyms
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service
TWA: Time-Weighted Average
STEL: Short-Term Exposure Limit
LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
EC50: Effective Concentration 50%
PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit
TLV: Threshold Limit Value
IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code
IATA: International Air Transport Association
ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
DOT: US Department of Transportation
NFPA: National Fire Protection Association
NIOSH: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
TWA: Time-Weighted Average
STEL: Short-Term Exposure Limit
LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
EC50: Effective Concentration 50%
PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit
TLV: Threshold Limit Value
IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code
IATA: International Air Transport Association
ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
DOT: US Department of Transportation
NFPA: National Fire Protection Association
NIOSH: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Disclaimer:
The information in this MSDS is only applicable to the specified product, unless otherwise specified, it is not applicable to the mixture of this product and other substances. This MSDS only provides information on the safety of the product for those who have received the appropriate professional training for the user of the product. Users of this MSDS must make independent judgments on the applicability of this SDS. The authors of this MSDS will not be held responsible for any harm caused by the use of this MSDS.