Showa Kako Corporation
MSDS No.G1502E Calcium CitrateRev-1 August 29, 2013

Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1 – Product and Company Identification

Product Name

Calcium citrate

Chemical Name

Calcium citrate tetrahydrate

Chemical FormulaC12H10Ca3O14 ･4H2O

Company Identification

Showa Kako Corporation
18-23, Yoshino-cho, Suita-city, Osaka 564-0054
JAPANTelephone Number+81-6-6384-1501

24-hour Emergency+81-6-6384-1501

Telephone Number
Fax Number+81-6-6384-2287

Section 2 – Hazards Information
Inhalation

Not harmful if handled properly

Skin

May produce skin irritation

EyesMay cause eye irritation

Ingestion

Not expected to present a significant ingestion hazards
under anticipated condition of normal use.

GHS Classification

Not classified

GHS Symbol

Not classified

Signal Word

Not classified

Section 3 – Composition and Information on Ingredients
Substance/Mixture

Substance

Chemical Name

Calcium citrate

CAS #813-94-5

Percent

98.0% min.(as anhydrous)

Section 4 – First Aid Measures
Eyes

Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15
minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Consult with
ophthalmologist.

SkinFlush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Consultwith a physician if symptoms occur.

Ingestion

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milk or water if victim is conscious and alert. Consult with a physician.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation

Remove to fresh air, wash out nasal aperture and mouth with plenty ofwater. If breathing is difficult, give artificial respiration. If not breathing,give oxygen. Consult with a physician.

Section 5 – Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point

No data foundAutoignition

No data foundExplosion LimitsLower

No data foundUpper

No data found

Extinguish Media

Water, powder, carbon dioxide, foam

Firefighting Instructions

Avoid non-firefighting equipped personnel to enter.
Extinguish upwind from the fire wearing appropriate
protective gear.

Section 6 – Accidental Release Measures
Spills/ Leaks

Evacuate area. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubberboots and heavy rubber gloves. Sweep up, place in a bag and holdfor waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Do not contact with skin. Donot inhale. Wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Section 7 – Handling and Storage
Handling

Wear appropriate protective gear. Do not contact with eyes, skinand on clothing. Do not inhale. Handle with care. Provide adequate
ventilation. Wash mouth and hand after handling the material.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed. Avoid such conditions as direct
sunlight, high temperature, high humidity and high piling. Store in
low-humid and dry area.

Section 8 – Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering

Facilities storing or utilizing the material should be equipped withControls

an eye wash facilities and a safety shower. Use adequate
ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

Exposure Limits

No data found

Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes

Safety goggles

Skin

Rubber gloves

Clothing

Protective clothing and rubber boots

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Respirators

Anti-dust mask

Section 9 – Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State

PowderAppearanceWhiteOdor

OdorlessBoiling Point

No data foundMelting Point

No data foundDensity

No data found

Viscosity

No data foundpH

No data foundFlash Point

No data foundExplosibility

No data foundVapor Density

No data foundSolubility

Water 0.095 g/100 mL (25 °C)

Section 10 – Stability and Reactivity
Stability

StableConditions to avoid

Direct sunlight, high temperature, highhumidity and high piling

Incompatibilities with Other Material

No data foundHazardous Decomposition ProductMay produce carbon monoxide or carbon
dioxideHazardous Polymerization

Will not occur

Section 11 – Toxicological information
RTECS #No data found

LD50/ LC50

No data found

Carcinogenicity

No data foundMutagenicity

No data foundReproductive Effects

No data foundTeratogenicity

No data found

Immunology

No data foundIrritation

May cause irritation to skin and mucous membrane

Section 12 – Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity

No data foundEnvironmental Standard

No data found

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Section 13 – Disposal Consideration
Disposal Method

Federal (national), state or local laws and regulations will
determine the proper waste disposal method.

Regulation MethodFederal (national), state or local laws and regulations

Section 14 – Transport Information
Shipping Name

Not applicable

Hazard Class

Not applicable

UN #Not applicable

Packing GroupNot applicable

Section 15 – Regulatory Information
United States

TSCA

On the list

EC

EINECS

212-391-7

CanadaWHMIS

No data foundJapan

PRTR law

Not on the list

Section 16 – Other Information
MSDS Creation Date

August 29, 2013

Revised Date-Revised No.

1stThis information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information
currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any otherwarranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume noliability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine
the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no event shall Showa
Kako be liable for any claims, losses, or damage of any third party or for lost profits or
any special, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if
Showa Kako has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

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