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Generated  04/20/2009,   Revision  04/20/2009,   Supercedes Revision  04/30/2007,   Date Created  09/23/1994

SECTION 1. Product and Company Identification
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

Product Code: HH-DICALCIUM PH
Product Name: DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE
Manufacturer Information
     Company Name: Distributed by:
  Farnam Companies, Inc.
  301 West Osborn Road
  Phoenix, AZ
     Emergency Contact: CHEMTREC                                (800)424-9300
     Alternate Emergency Contact: District of Columbia                    (202)483-0414
     Information: Farnam Companies, Inc.                  (800)234-2269
Chemical Family: FEED SUPPLEMENT
Additional Identity Information
75501

SECTION 2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

Hazardous Components (Chemical Name) CAS # Concentration OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Dicalcium Phosphate 7757-93-9 55.0 -59.0 % No data. No data.
Monocalcium Phosphate 7758-23-8 28.0 -30.0 % No data. No data.

SECTION 3. Hazards Identification
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

Emergency Overview
No data available.
Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation? Yes , Skin? Yes , Eyes? Yes , Ingestion? Yes
Potential Health Effects (Acute and Chronic)
Short Term: May cause irritation of the skin, eyes, nose or throat.
Long Term: As with any inorganic dust, long-term inhalation of dust concentrations higher than permissible exposure limits may cause delayed lung injury. However, this product is slowly water soluble, and is not likely to accumulate in the lungs.
Recommended Exposure Limits
None established.
LD 50 / LC 50
N/A
Signs and Symptoms Of Exposure
None known.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated By Exposure
None known.

SECTION 4. First Aid Measures
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

Emergency and First Aid Procedures
IF SWALLOWED: Do NOT induce vomiting. Drink two glasses of water and contact physician or Poison Control Center.
IF INHALED: Remove patient to fresh air. Give oxygen if indicated.
IF IN EYES: Flush with water. See a physician if irritation persists.
IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water.

SECTION 5. Fire Fighting Measures
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

Flash Pt: N.A.
Explosive Limits: LEL:  NA          UEL:  NA
Fire Fighting Instructions
None.
Flammable Properties and Hazards
None.
Extinguishing Media
Not Applicable. Non-Flammable.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media
No data available.

SECTION 6. Accidental Release Measures
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

Steps To Be Taken In Case Material Is Released Or Spilled
Sweep into suitable containers, salvage if possible.

SECTION 7. Handling and Storage
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

Precautions To Be Taken in Handling
Avoid getting wet.
Other Precautions
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Not for human consumption.

SECTION 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

Protective Equipment Summary - Hazard Label Information:
Goggles and face shield
Respiratory Equipment (Specify Type)
If dust exceeds recommended exposure levels.
Eye Protection
Goggles with side shields
Protective Gloves
Optional
Other Protective Clothing
Optional
Engineering Controls (Ventilation etc.)
Local Exhaust: Sufficient
Special:
Mechanical (Gen):
Other:
Work/Hygienic/Maintenance Practices
Wash hands before eating, smoking, or using restroom.

SECTION 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

Physical States: [   ] Gas       [   ] Liquid       [ X ] Solid
Melting Point: N.A.
Boiling Point: N.A.
Autoignition Pt: No data.
Flash Pt: N.A.
Explosive Limits: LEL:  NA          UEL:  NA
Specific Gravity (Water = 1): 2.3 at 24.0 C
Bulk density: No data.
Vapor Pressure (vs. Air or mm Hg): N.A.
Vapor Density (vs. Air = 1): N.A.
Evaporation Rate (vs Butyl Acetate=1): N.A.
Solubility in Water: No data.
Solubility Notes
Slightly
Percent Volatile: N.A.
Heat Value: No data.
Particle Size: No data.
Corrosion Rate: No data.
pH: NA
Appearance and Odor
White powder, odorless.

SECTION 10. Stability and Reactivity
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

Stability: Unstable [    ]       Stable [ X ]
Conditions To Avoid - Instability
None known.
Incompatibility - Materials To Avoid
Strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Or Byproducts
None known.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will occur [    ]       Will not occur [ X ]
Conditions To Avoid - Hazardous Polymerization
Will not occur.

SECTION 11. Toxicological Information
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

No data available.
Carcinogenicity/Other Information
No data available.
Hazardous Components (Chemical Name) CAS # NTP IARC ACGIH OSHA
Dicalcium Phosphate 7757-93-9 n.a. n.a. n.a. n.a.
Monocalcium Phosphate 7758-23-8 n.a. n.a. n.a. n.a.
Carcinogenicity: NTP? No       IARC Monographs? No       OSHA Regulated? No

SECTION 12. Ecological Information
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

No data available.

SECTION 13. Disposal Considerations
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

Waste Disposal Method
Contaminated material can generally be diposed of in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local regulations.

SECTION 14. Transport Information
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

LAND TRANSPORT (US DOT)
     DOT Proper Shipping Name No data available.
     DOT Hazard Label: NONE

SECTION 15. Regulatory Information
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

No data available.

SECTION 16. Other Information
DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE

Company Policy or Disclaimer
The information and data herein are believed to be accurate and have been compiled from sources believed to be reliable.  It is offered for your consideration, investigation and verification.