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Calcium hydride, ca. 93%, extra pure, 0-2 mm grain size
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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
Specifications
| 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 |
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Safety and Handling
- Calcium hydride
- Danger
- Substance which\, in contact with water\, emits flammable gases Category 1
- H260-In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously.
- 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
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