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Calcium iodate

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[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Strong oxidizer. Contact with combustible materials may cause a fire. Use water with caution and in flooding amounts. Extinguishing media: Contact professional fire-fighters immediately.
[Fire Potential]

These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire.
[Ingestion]

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
[Skin]

Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
[Storage]

Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not store near combustible materials. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well ventilated area. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Ingestion]

The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Inhalation]

Dust is irritating to the respiratory tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

No information regarding skin irritation and other potential effects was found.
[Eyes]

No information regarding eye irritation and other potential effects was found.
[Hazards]

May explode from heat or contamination. May react explosively with hydrocarbons (fuels). May ignite combustibles.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 8 36/37/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 17 26 36
[UN (DOT)]

1479
[Personal Protection]

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[Respirators]

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
[Poison Class]

3
[Appearance]

white monoclinic crystals
[Melting Point]

540
[Density]

4.591 g/cm3 (15 C)
[Usage]

To improve properties of yeast-leavened bakery products, nutritional source of iodine in foods and feedstuffs.
[Product Name]

Calcium iodate
[Synonyms]

Autarite
Lautarite
[CAS]

"CASEN_7789-80-2.htm">7789-80-2
[Formula]

CaI2O6
[Molecular Weight]

389.89
[EINECS]

232-191-3
[Merck]

12,1719
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

43876 (G)
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
[Incompatibilities]

Reducing agents, aluminum, copper, phosphorus, sulfur, arsenic, carbon, metal sulfides, organic matter.
[Stability]

Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions.
[Decomposition]

Hydrogen iodide.
[Combustion Products]

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
[UN Number]

1479
[Hazard Class]

5.1
[Packing Group]

I; II; III