Chemical Name: SODIUM BENTONITE AND OTHER PROPRIETARY INGREDIENTS
Product Description: SODIUM MONTMORILLONITE AND OTHER PROPRIETARY INGREDIENTS
D.O.T. Shipping Classification: NON REGULATED MATERIAL
I PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point
NA
Freezing Point
NA
Specific Gravity
2.40 -2.50
Solubility in Water
SLIGHTLY SOLUBLE
Evaporation Rate
NA
Physical Form
NA
Appearance & Odor
LIGHT TAN TO GRAY DRY POWDER WITH NO ODOR
II HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
MATERIAL
HAZARD
CAS #
% BY WT
ACGIH TLV
OSHA PEL
CRYSTALLINE SILICA AS QUARTZ
CRYSTALLINE SILICA DUST
14808-60-7
<5%
.1 MG/M3
.1 mg/m3
RESPIRABLE DUST
2 MG/M3
2 mg/m3
III FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point
NA
Auto Ign. Temp.
NA
Flammable Limits in Air
NA
Lower
Upper
NA
Extinguishing Media
ANY MEDIA CAN BE USED FOR THE PACKAGING. PRODUCT BECOMES SLIPPERY WHEN WET
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards
PRODUCT WILL NOT SUPPORT COMBUSTION
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
NA
IV HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Threshold Limit Value NOT ESTABLISHED
Route of Exposure x Inhalation x Ingestion x Skin Eye x Not Hazardous
Eye Contact Hazard
May irritate or burn eyes
Ingestion Hazard
May irritate gastrointestinal tract.
Inhalation Hazard
Acute (short term) exposure to dust levels exceeding the PEL/TLV’s may cause irritation of respiratory tract resulting in a dry cough.
Skin Contact Hazard
Prolonged contact may cause irritation and drying of the skin resulting in dermatitis
Skin Absorption Hazard
Not expected to cause significant reaction
Effects of Acute Exposure
Acute (short term) exposure to dust levels exceeding the PEL/TLV’s may cause irritation of respiratory tract resulting in a dry cough.
Effects of Chronic Exposure
Chronic (long term) exposure to free silica containing airborne bentonite dust where levels are higher than PEL/TLV’s may lead to development of silicosis or other respiratory problems. Persistent cough and labored breathing upon exertion are symptomatic.
V EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Eye Contact
FLUSH WITH WATER UNTIL IRRITATION CEASES. IF IRRITATION PERSISTS CONSULT A PHYSICIAN.
Skin Contact
WASH WITH SOAP AND WATER UNTIL CLEAN
Inhalation
MOVE TO AREA FREE OF DUST. IF SYMPTOMS OF IRRITATION PERSIST CONSULT A PHYSICIAN. INHALATION MAY AGGRAVATE EXISTING RESPIRATORY ILLNESS.
Ingestion
NO INFORMATION AVAILABLE
VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps To Be Taken If Material Is Released
Or Spilled
Avoid breathing dust. Wear respirator approved for silica bearing dust. Vacuum up to avoid generating airborne dust. Avoid using water. Product is slippery when wet.
Waste Disposal Method
Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State, And local Regulations.
VIII SPECIAL PROTECTIVE INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection ( Specify Type)
USE RESPIRATORS APPROVED BY NIOSH/MSHA FOR SILICA BEARING DUST.
Ventilation
Local Exhaust
MAINTAIN BELOW PEL'S/TLV'S
Special
NA
Mechanical
(general)
GENERAL ROOM VENTILATION
Other
NA
Protective Gloves: AS APPROPRIATE FOR INDUSTRIAL USE
Eye Protection: CHEMICAL SAFETY GOGGLES (USE OF CONTACTS NOT RECOMMENDED)
Other Protective Equipment:AS APPROPRIATE FOR INDUSTRIAL USE
IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautionary Labeling
Avoid inhalation of airborne dust
Precautions To Be Taken In Handling
Use NIOSH/MSHA respirators approved for silica bearing dust when free silica containing airborne dust levels exceed PEL/TLV's. Clean up spills promptly to avoid making dust. Storage area floors may become slippery if wet. Avoid storing in wet areas.
Rev. Date 12/7/2006
This material safety data sheet is provided as an information resource only. It should not be taken as a warranty or representation for which the
preparer assumes legal responsibility. While we believe the information contained herein is accurate and compiled from sources believed to be
reliable, it is the responsibility of the user to investigate and verify its validity. The buyer assumes all responsibility of using and handling the
product in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
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