Calcium Carbonate Safety Data Sheet
Calcium Carbonate Safety Data Sheet
EC No : 207-439-9
REACH Registration number: Exempted according to Annex V.7 of Regulation (EC) 1907/2006
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance:
Desulphurisation of industrial flue gases; additives in paper; paints and surface coatings; plastics, rubbers
and elastomers; adhesives; mastics, sealants and plasters; fertilisers and soil conditioners; animal feeds;
foodstuffs; pharmaceuticals; toiletries and personal care products; cleaning products; glass and ceramics;
water treatment chemicals; a carrier for insecticides and herbicides; intermediate in the recovery of
cooking chemicals in kraft and soda pulping; building materials.
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2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1. Classification of the substance
2.1.1 Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]:
The substance is not classified as hazardous according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP].
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3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1. Substances
3.2. Mixtures
None
1
Calcium carbonate (CAS: 471-34-1) is exempted from the REACH registration provided the substance meets
the conditions detailed in Annex V, paragraph 7, i.e. naturally occurring and not chemically modified.
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• Remove contaminated clothing. Wash off with plenty of water. Get medical attention if symptoms
appear.
• Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water, also under the eyelids. If eye discomfort persists, consult a
specialist.
Following ingestion:
• Immediately give large quantities of water to drink. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
No specific symptoms or effects have been reported.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Not applicable.
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• The product itself does not burn. No special protective measures against fire required.
• None
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• Respiratory protection: In case of dust, dust mask type P1 or P3 (European Norm 143)
• Respiratory protection: In case of dust, dust mask type P1 or P3 (European Norm 143)
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• Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas.
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None
None
8.1.3 Occupational exposure limits and/or biological limits for air contaminants:
Not applicable
DNELs
Workers
Route of exposure Acute effect local Acute effects systemic Chronic effects local Chronic effects systemic
Consumers
Route of exposure Acute effect local Acute effects systemic Chronic effects local Chronic effects systemic
Oral No hazard identified 6.1 mg/kg bw/day No hazard identified 6.1 mg/kg bw/day
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PNECs:
Not acutely toxic to earthworms, plants (soya, tomato and oat) and
soil microorganisms at the concentrations tested in the studies.
Not hazard
Soil (agricultural) Acute toxicity to earthworms, plants and soil microorganisms is
identified
greater than the highest concentrations tested and therefore
exceeds the maximum solubility of calcium carbonate in water.
Not hazard
Air
identified
No hazard
Food (bioaccumulation) No potential for bioaccumulation
identified
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• Apply organisational measures e.g. by isolating personnel from dusty areas. Remove and
wash soiled clothing.
• Protective suit
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Odour odourless
Water solubility (20°C in g/L): 0.0166 g/L at 20.0 °C. OECD 105
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• Not available
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Acute inhalative toxicity LC50 (4h) >3 mg/L air Rat OECD 403
OECD 476
OECD 473
Carcinogenicity No indications of - -
carcinogenicity
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Acute fish LC50 >100% v/v saturated 96 h Oncorhynchus OECD Exceeds maximum Limit test
toxicity solution of test material mykiss 203 solubility of
substance
Acute daphnia LC50 >100% v/v saturated 48 h Daphnia magna OECD Exceeds maximum Limit test
toxicity solution of test material 202 solubility of
substance
Acute algae EC50 >14 mg/L 72 h Desmodesmus OECD Exceeds maximum Limit test
toxicity NOEC 14 mg/L subspicatus 201 solubility of
substance
Acute LC50 >1000 mg/kg dry soil 14 d Eisenia fetida OECD Not acutely toxic Limit test
earthworm NOEC 1000 mg/kg dry soil 207
toxicity
Toxicity to EC50 >1000 mg/kg dry soil 21 d Glycine max OECD Not acutely toxic Results
plants NOEC 1000 mg/kg dry soil (soybean) 208 based on
seedling
Lycopersicon
emergence
esculentum
& growth
(tomato)
Avena sativa
(oats)
Toxicity to soil EC50 >1000 mg/kg dry soil 28 d Soil OECD Not toxic Limit test
microorganisms NOEC 1000 mg/kg dry soil microorganisms 216
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• The substance is inorganic and therefore will not undergo abiotic degradation.
12.2.2 Biodegradation:
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• Empty containers.
• Dispose of as unused product.
• The empty and clean containers are to be reused in conformity with regulations.
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14.1. UN-Number
• Not regulated.
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code
• Not regulated.
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• Inventory information:
Korea Existing Chemicals Inv. (KECI) (KECI (KR)) In compliance with inventory.
• Other regulations:
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AF = Assessment factor
16.4. Revision
Section 3.2 - 14
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DISCLAIMER
This SDS has been prepared in accordance with Regulation (EC) 453/2010.
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information
and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as guidance for safe
handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a
warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and
may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process,
unless specified in the text.
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ANNEX 1
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Occupational Exposure Limits in mg/m 8 hours TWA dust
Member State Non specified (inert) dust INHALABLE Non specified (inert) dust RESPIRABLE
Austria 15 6
Belgium 10 3
Bulgaria 4
Denmark 10 5
Finland 10 /
France 10 5
Germany 10 3
Greece 10 5
Ireland 10 4
Italy 10 3
Lithuania 10
Luxembourg 10 6
Netherlands 10 5
Norway 10 5
Portugal 10 5
Romania 10
Slovakia 10
Spain 10 3
Sweden 5
Switzerland 6
UK 10 4
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