MANGANESE CARBONATE
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SECTION 1 PRODUCT INFORMATION
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TRADE NAME: MANGANESE CARBONATE
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CHEMICAL NAME: Manganese Carbonate
FORMULA: MnC03
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 114.92
NFPA 704M/HMIS RATING: 3/3 Health 0/0 Flammability
0/0 Reactivity 0 Other
0=Insignificant 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=High 4=Extreme
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SECTION 2 HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
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Chemetals' hazard evaluation has identified the following chemical ingredient as hazardous under OSHA's Hazard
Communication Rule, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
INGREDIENT(S) CAS # APPROX. %
Manganese Carbonate 598-62-9 93-95%
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SECTION 3 PRECAUTIONARY LABEL INFORMATION
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WARNING: May cause eye and skin irritation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after
handling. Avoid breathing dust. Keep container closed. Use adequate ventilation.
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SECTION 4 FIRST AID INFORMATION
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EYES: Immediately flush for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. Call a physician if irritation
persists.
SKIN: Immediately flush skin with water for at least 15 minutes. For a large spill, flood body under a shower.
Call a physician if irritation persists.
INGESTION: Induce vomiting. Give water. Call a physician immediately.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Treat symptoms. Call a physician if symptoms persist.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Based on the individual reactions of the patient, the physician's judgement should be used to
control symptoms and clinical condition.
CAUTION: If unconscious, having trouble breathing or in convulsions, do not induce vomiting or give water.
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SECTION 5 HEALTH EFFECTS INFORMATION
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PRIMARY ROUTE(S) OF EXPOSURE: Eye, Skin, Inhalation
EYE CONTACT: Can cause mild to moderate irritation depending on the duration of contact.
SKIN CONTACT: Can cause none to slight irritation depending on the duration of contact.
INHALATION: Manganese content can cause mild to moderate irritation depending on the duration of contact.
SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:
ACUTE (Short Term Effects)
EYES: Redness, tear production of eyes.
SKIN: Red, dry skin.
INHALATION: Pulmonary effects, consisting of dyspnea, shallow respiration and fever which mimic metal
fume fever. Physical irritation to throat. Cold-like symptoms, chills and muscle
aches, dryness of the mouth.
CHRONIC (Long Term Effects):
EYES: Conjunctivitis and corneal damage from irritant salts.
SKIN: Papuloery thematous dermatitis.
INHALATION:
Central Nervous System: Symptoms may appear after 1-2 years of elevated exposure.
Stage I - subclinical, reversible - Indifference; irritability; headache;
anorexia; sleep disturbances; decreased libido; arthralgia; muscular spasm
and diminished fine motor coordination;
emotional and behavioral disorders called "manganic psychosis" are more
frequently seen among miners at this stage.
Stage II - clinical or intermediate - Speech becomes slow and stammering
with monotonous
voice; mask-like faces; excessive salivation; awkward gestures; tremors of
tongue; arms, and legs; gait disturbances.
Stage III - late - Muscular rigidity; bradykinesia with slow spasmodic gait;
emotional instability; postural instability and imbalance; diminished mental
ability.
MANGANESE CARBONATE
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SECTION 5 HEALTH EFFECTS INFORMATION (cont.)
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AGGRAVATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS: Higher incidence of respiratory infection and pneumonia; persons
with a history of alcoholism, psychiatric, neurologic, or pulmonary diseases, liver dysfunction, or anemia.
TARGET EFFECTS: Neurotoxin; may affect the respiratory system.
CARCINOGENICITY:
NTP IARC MONOGRAPHS OSHA REGULATED
No No No
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SECTION 6 TOXICOLOGY INFORMATION
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Manganese as Manganese Dust
Oral Rat LD50 9000 mg/kg
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SECTION 7 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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COLOR: Light Tan
FORM: Crystal to Powder
ODOR: None to slight acid odor
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: .0065 (Insoluble)
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 3.125 (H20 = 1)
pH (NEAT): Not Applicable
MELTING POINT: Decomposes
NOTE: These physical properties are typical values for this product.
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SECTION 8 FIRE AND EXPLOSION INFORMATION
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FLASH POINT: Decomposes
EXTINGUISHER MEDIA:
Dry chemical and carbon dioxide extinguishers advised.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD:
None found.
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SECTION 9 REACTIVITY INFORMATION
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INCOMPATIBILITY:
None found.
THERMAL DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
In the event of combustion, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and manganese fumes may be formed.
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SECTION 10 PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Respiratory protection is not normally needed since the volatility and toxicity are low.
If significant dusts are generated, wear a NIOSH approved or equivalent respirator.
VENTILATION: General ventilation is recommended.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Safety glasses are recommended to prevent dust contact to eyes. Impermeable gloves
are recommended when handling all chemicals.
If clothing is contaminated, remove clothing and thoroughly wash the affected area. Launder contaminated clothing
before reuse.
The availability of an eye wash fountain and safety shower is recommended.
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SECTION 11 SPILL AND DISPOSAL INFORMATION
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IN CASE OF TRANSPORTATION ACCIDENTS, CALL THE 24-HOUR CHEMTREC HOTLINE (800) 424-9300.
SPILL CONTROL AND RECOVERY:
Sweep or shovel material into waste disposal container. Flush area with water.
DISPOSAL:
Dispose of in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
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SECTION 12 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
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DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME/HAZARD CODE: Not Regulated
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SECTION 13 REGULATORY INFORMATION
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The following regulations apply to this product:
FEDERAL REGULATIONS:
OSHA'S HAZARD COMMUNICATION RULE, 29 CFR 1910.1200:
Based on Chemetals' hazard evaluation, the following ingredient in this product is hazardous and the reason is shown
below.
MANGANESE: Target Organ Effects (Central Nervous System)
Ceiling 5 mg/m3 OSHA PEL and ACGIH TLV
CERCLA, 40 CFR 117, 302:
This product does not contain ingredients specified in the List of Extremely Hazardous Substances.
SARA/SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1986
(TITLE III)
Section 302 - EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355):
This product does not contain ingredients listed in Appendix A and B as an Extremely Hazardous Substance.
SECTIONS 311 and 312 - MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET REQUIREMENTS (40 CFR 370):
Chemetals' hazard evaluation has found this product to be hazardous. The product should be reported under the following
EPA Hazardous categories:
XX Immediate (acute) health hazard
XX Delayed (chronic) health hazard
__ Fire hazard
__ Sudden release of pressure hazard
__ Reactive hazard
SECTION 313 - LIST OF TOXIC CHEMICALS (40 CFR 372):
This product contains the following toxic chemical subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency
Planning and Community Right to Know Act:
CAS# CHEMICAL NAME PERCENT BY WEIGHT
598-62-9 Manganese Carbonate 93-95%
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SECTION 13 REGULATORY INFORMATION (cont.)
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TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA):
The chemical ingredients in this product are on the 8(b) Inventory List (40 CFR 710).
STATE REGULATIONS:
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
This product does not contain any chemicals which require warning under California Proposition 65.
MICHIGAN CRITICAL MATERIALS:
This product does not contain ingredients listed on the Michigan Critical Materials Register.
STATE RIGHT TO KNOW LAWS:
The following ingredient(s) are disclosed for compliance with State Right to Know Laws:
CHEMICAL NAME CAS # % CONCENTRATION
Manganese Carbonate 598-62-9 93-95%
INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS:
This is not a WHMIS controlled product under The House of Commons of Canada Bill C-70 (Class E).
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SECTION 14 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Store in a clean well-ventilated dry area in sealed containers.
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SECTION 15 BIBLIOGRAPHY
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DANGEROUS PROPERTIES OF INDUSTRIAL MATERIALS, Sax, N. Irving, ed., Van Nostrand Reinhold Company,
N.Y., 6th Edition, 1984.
E.N., PLUNKETT, M.D., Handbook of Industrial Toxicology, Third Edition, Chemical Publishing Company, 1987.
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION AGENCY, Fire Protection Guide to Hazardous Materials, 10th Edition, 1991.
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SECTION 15 BIBLIOGRAPHY (cont.)
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PATTY'S INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE AND TOXICOLOGY, Clayton, G.D., Clayton, F.E., eds., John Wiley and Sons,
N.Y., 3rd edition, Vol. 2 A-C, 1981.
THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUES FOR CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES AND PHYSICAL AGENTS IN THE
WORKROOM ENVIRONMENT WITH INTENDED CHANGES, American Conference of Governmental Industrial
Hygienists, OH.
Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations Part 1910, Subpart Z, Toxic and Hazardous Substances, Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA).
PREPARED BY: Chemetals Inc.
REVISED : January 1994
SUPERSEDES : January 1993
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