Chemical (CAS#)
Calcium phosphide (1305-99-3)
Classification
- Poison
Formula
Ca.P
Characteristics
Calcium phosphide appears as red-brown crystals to gray granular lumps. It reacts with water to form calcium hydroxide and phosphine, a flammable poisonous gas.
Treatment
Apply FAST-ACT powder to fully cover liquid spill and absorb excess liquid.
Mechanism/Byproduct
Generally solids will not be very reactive with FAST-ACT.
Primary Mechanism Type
FAST-ACT Powder is not intended for use on solid compounds.
Byproduct
Compound mixed with MgO, TiO2, Mg(OH)2
Disposal Notes
FAST-ACT is for liquid and vapor chemicals, not solid materials.
Reaction Rate (Slower to Faster)
Reaction Rate: 0
Summary
** Treatment: FAST-ACT is for liquid and vapor chemicals, not solid materials.