Calcium silicide
Agent Name
Calcium silicide
CAS Number
12013-55-7
Formula
Ca-Si
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Calcium monosilicide; [Spectrum MSDS] UN1405; UN1406
Category
Metals, Inorganic Compounds
Description
Black-brown solid with a repulsive odor; [Spectrum MSDS]
Comments
May react vigorously or explosively with water evolving flammable gases; [ERG 2016] Reacts violently with water producing flammable but non-toxic gases; A skin and eye irritant; [Spectrum MSDS] See "Calcium disilicide." See "Magnesium silicide."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
No other related information on this agent was found.