May be used to comply with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Administration | Occupational Health and Safety |
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200 Standards must be consulted |
Form approved OMB No. 1218 - 0072 |
For specific requirements. | (Non-Mandatory Form) |
Description: | Absorbent Clay |
Composition: | Hydrous Magnesium Aluminum Silicate |
CAS Number: | 8031 – 18 – 3 |
Synonyms: | Fuller’s Earth |
DOT Listing: | NMFC 48170 Clay, (Crushed or Ground in Bags) |
Contains crystalline silica (Typically 0 to 5% at time of manufacture)
Boiling Point: | N/A | Specific Gravity (H2O = 1) | 1.5 |
Vapor Pressure: | N/A | Melting Point | N/A |
Vapor Density: | N/A | Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1) |
None |
Solubility in Water: | Negligible | ||
Appearance and Odor: | Odorless, Brown Granules |
Flash Point (Method Used): | None | Flame Limits: | None |
Extinguishing Media: | None | LEL: | None |
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: | None | UEL: | None |
Unusual Fire and/or Explosion Hazards: | None |
Stability: | Stable |
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid): | Hydrofluoric Acid |
Conditions To Avoid: | Avoid dusty conditions |
Hazardous Polymerization: | Will not occur |
Hazardous combustion or decomposition: | None |
Routes of Entry: Inhalation? Yes Skin? No Ingestion? No
Health Hazards (acute and chronic): Inhalation of respirable crystalline silica dust can produce progressive symptoms ranging from pulmonary discomfort to fibrotic changes to chronic lung disease.
Carcinogenicity: NTP?---Yes IARC Monographs?---Yes OSHA Regulated?---No
Signs and symptoms of exposure? Cough, labored breathing, breathing discomfort, and/or wheezing.
Medical conditions aggravated by exposure: None currently known
Emergency and First Aid Procedures: Inhalation --- Remove to fresh air. Eyes --- Flush with water. If pain or irruption persists, seek medical attention. Swallowing --- Clear the mouth of material. If large quantity has been ingested call a physician, poison control center or emergency services for advise and/or aid.
Permissable Exposure Limits: | OSHA PEL --- 0.1 mg/m3; | ACGIH TLV --- 0.10 mg/m3; |
MSHA --------10.0 mg/m3; | NIOSH -------- 0.05 mg/m3 , |
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled:
Vacuum or wet sweep; use adequate ventilation; use of NIOSH approved respirator with ‘HEPA’ filter is advisable. Transfer sweeping to sealable container. Do not flush down drains. Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations. Store in a dry area away from sharp objects, which can tear or puncture bags.
In dusty areas use of MSHA or NIOSH approved respirators and eye protection should be used if PEL is exceeded.
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