Product Name: Calcium Gluconate USP
Chemical Formula: C12H22CaO14
Synonyms: Gluconic acid calcium salt, Calcium D-gluconate
CAS Number: 299-28-5
Intended Use: Food additive, pharmaceutical preparation, laboratory reagent
Manufacturer Information: Name, address, and emergency contact phone number included as required by regulatory agencies
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS
Health Hazards: May cause mild skin or eye irritation in susceptible individuals; ingestion of large amounts may result in mild gastrointestinal discomfort
Environmental Hazards: No significant risks for normal usage
Label Elements: No pictogram required; precautionary statements for avoiding contact with eyes and ensuring proper hygiene apply
Other Hazards: Inhalation of dust may cause mild respiratory irritation in sensitive people
Chemical Name: Calcium gluconate
Purity: Minimum 98% by assay
Impurities: Minor preservatives or stabilizers below regulatory thresholds
Ingredient Percentage: Calcium gluconate 98-100%, water (<2% as hydration in some grades)
Inhalation: Remove exposed person to fresh air; seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash affected area thoroughly with water and mild soap; remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes cautiously with plenty of water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present and easy to do; continue rinsing
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; give plenty of water to drink; get medical attention if unusual symptoms occur
Most Important Symptoms: Redness or slight irritation to eyes or skin; rare stomach upset if swallowed in large quantities
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide
Hazardous Combustion Products: Emits carbon oxides and calcium oxides when heated strongly
Specific Hazards: Product decomposes above 150°C, producing irritating fumes
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and standard protective clothing to avoid exposure to fumes
Personal Precautions: Avoid dust formation; ventilate the area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into waterways; non-hazardous but best practice is to contain spillage
Containment Methods: Sweep up and transfer to a suitable container for disposal; minimize dust generation
Cleanup Procedures: Clean surface thoroughly with water after removal of material; use proper personal protective equipment
Precautions for Safe Handling: Avoid generating dust; use local ventilation if dust becomes airborne; keep out of reach of unsupervised children
Storage Conditions: Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area; store away from incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong oxidizers, sources of ignition
Special Handling Advice: Use clean scoops or spatulas; avoid cross-contamination with other chemicals or foodstuffs
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established limits for calcium gluconate
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation or process enclosures to control airborne dust levels
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses or goggles for eye protection, gloves for prolonged handling, lab coat or apron to prevent skin contact, dust mask if airborne dust becomes excessive
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after use; avoid eating, drinking, or smoking during handling
Appearance: White, odorless powder or granules
Odor: Odorless
pH (5% solution): 6.0–8.0
Melting Point: Decomposes above 150°C
Solubility: Freely soluble in water (3g/100mL at 25°C); insoluble in alcohol
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Relative Density: 1.5–1.7 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient: Not available
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended conditions of storage and use
Reactivity: Not reactive under normal processing and storage
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Calcium oxide, carbon oxides, irritating fumes if decomposed at high temperatures
Possible Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Effects: Practically non-toxic; large quantities may cause mild gastrointestinal upset
Chronic Effects: No data indicating long-term toxicity for normal occupational exposures
Sensitization: Not known to cause allergic reactions
Carcinogenicity, Mutagenicity, Reproductive Toxicity: None reported for calcium gluconate
LD50 (oral, rat): >5,000 mg/kg (practically non-toxic)
Ecotoxicity: Not expected to be environmentally hazardous at normal concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable and breaks down into natural soil minerals
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: High mobility in water; partitions to soil as calcium ion and gluconate components
Other Effects: Material is essentially non-toxic to aquatic or terrestrial organisms
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of material in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations; suitable for landfill disposal as non-hazardous waste, provided it doesn’t contaminate water supplies
Packaging Disposal: Contaminated containers should be emptied thoroughly and recycled or disposed in the same manner as product
Precautions: Avoid large releases to sewers or waterways
UN Number: Not regulated
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous
Packing Group: Not applicable
Special Precautions: No special requirements for ground, air, or water transport
U.S. OSHA: Not hazardous according to OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA: Listed
SARA Title III: Not listed as a reportable hazardous material
California Proposition 65: Not listed
EU Classification: Not subject to labeling according to EC directives
Other: Meets food and pharmaceutical standards for purity where applicable
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