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1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
SUPPLIER: METPREP LTD.
CURRIERS CLOSE
CHARTER AVENUE
COVENTRY CV4 8AW
TELEPHONE: PRODUCT INFORMATION: 024 7642 1222
FAX: 024 7642 1192
CHEMICAL NAME: Colloidal Silica
PRODUCT: SILCO POLISHING SUSPENSION
PRODUCT NUMBERS: 15 99 97 ?15 99 99
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL NATURE: Colloidal Silica
INGREDIENT (S): CAS NUMBER: %: HAZARD SYMBOL: R PHRASES:
Amorphous Silica 7631-86-9 15-50
Formaldehyde 50-00-0 <1.0 T, R23/24/25,34,40,43
Ethylene Glycol 107-21-1 4-5 Xn, R22
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
May cause irritation of skin and eyes
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
GENERAL INFORMATION: Remove contaminated or saturated clothing immediately.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. In case of irritation to respiratory system, seek medical attention.
SKIN: When contact with skin, rinse with soap and water.
EYE: Irrigate with eyewash solution or clear water, holding the eyelids apart, for at least 5 minutes. Obtain
immediate medical attention.
INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. Wash out mouth with water and give 200-300 ml (half a pint) of water to drink.
Obtain medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a doctor.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Dry Sand, foam, dry powder or CO2. Water.
UNSUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
FIRE FIGHTING PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: A self-contained breathing apparatus and suitable protective clothing
should be worn in fire conditions.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PECAUTIONS: Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not breathe the powder. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and
clothing.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Not a hazard to the environment.
METHODS OF CLEANING UP: Dam up. Soak with inert absorbent material. Use mechanical handling equipment.
Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Provide exhaust ventilation if dust is formed. Suitable industrial vacuum cleaners or central exhaust
ventilation equipment must be used for taking up dust
STORAGE: Keep only in original container. Store in cool, dry place away from heat, sparks, flame and direct
sunlight.
Keep container closed to prevent water absorption and contamination. Keep away from sources of
ignition ?No Smoking.
IMPORTANT:
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE PRACTICES: Wash face and hands thoroughly with the soap and water after use and before
eating, drinking, smoking or applying cosmetics.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION
COMPONENTS WITH WORKPLACE CONTROL PARAMETERS:
CAS No: Material Type Value Unit
mg/ m 3 Total inhalable dust
7631-86-9 Amorphous Silica TVL(TWA) 6
mg/ m 3 Total respirable dust
7631-86-9 Amorphous Silica TVL(TWA) 3
mg/ m 3
50-00-0 Formaldehyde TVL(TWA) 2.5
mg/ m 3
50-00-0 Formaldehyde MEL (10 min) 2.5
ENGINEERING MEASURES: No special precautions required.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
RESPIRATORS: Wear suitable respiratory protective equipment if exposure to levels above the occupational exposure
limit is likely. A suitable mask with filter type A may be appropriate. In the event of formation of
particularly high levels of dust a self-contained breathing apparatus may be appropriate.
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses or chemical splash goggles.
GLOVES: Wear suitable gloves. PVA/Polyethylene laminate and supported PVA gloves offer the best protection. Gloves
should be changed regularly and if excessive exposure has occurred.
OTHER: Wear suitable protective clothing.
PROTECTIVE MEASURES: Do not breathe vapours/dust. Avoid contact with skin, eye & clothing.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
FORM: Liquid Suspension
COLOUR: White
ODOUR: None
NA at 20 O C
PH
100 O C
BOILING POINT:
0OC
MELTING POINT:
NA O C
THERMAL DECOMPOSITION:
NA O C
IGNITION TEMPERATURE:
32hpa at 25 O C
VAPOUR PRESSURE:
1.1-1.4 g/cm 3
DENSITY:
WATER SOLUBILITY: Completely miscible
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None.
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): None.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: No known hazardous decomposition
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Toxicity
Amorphous Silica: LD50/ORAL/RAT = 3160 mg/kg; RTECS, 77717
Formaldehyde: LD50/DERMAL/RABBIT = 270 mg/kg ; RTECS, 36172
LC50/INHALATION/H/RAT= 9530 mg/kg; RTECS, 35569
Local effects: may cause eye/skin irritation
Excessive exposures may affect human health, as follows
Skin contact: local: irritation, discomfort, rash
Eye contact: local: irritation, discomfort, excessive lachrymation, blurred.
Inhalation (Respirable particles) irritation, discomfort, cough, difficulty in breathing.
.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
EXOTOXICITY EFFECTS: No data available.
FURTHER INFORMATION ON ECOLOGY: None
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Substance/preparation: can be incinerated, when in compliance with the Environmental Protection Act 1990 (Process
guidance note IPR 5/1). Can be land-filled after concentration when in compliance with the
Environmental Protection (Duty of Care) Regulations 1991.
Packaging:Empty containers should be transported/delivered using a registered waste carrier for local recycling or
waste disposal.
14. TRANSPORTATION
LAND TRANSPORT:
ADR
REGULATION: Not dangerous goods ?full transport
RID:
REGULATION: Not dangerous goods ?full transport
AIR TRANSPORT ?br>
IATA CLASS:
REGULATION Not dangerous goods ?full transport
OCEAN TRANSPORT ?br>
IMDG CLASS:
REGULATION Not dangerous goods ?full transport
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EC REGULATIONS ?br>
EINECS: all chemical listed
EEC Classification:
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS WHICH MUST BE LISTED ON THE LABEL:
NATIONAL LEGISLATION:
NOTIFICATION STATUS: EINECS Not Required
TSCA
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16. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This data sheet was prepared in accordance with Directive 91/155/EEC.
The above information has been gathered from reliable sources and is believed to be correct. However, the information is
provided without any warranty, either expressed or implied. MetPrep Ltd shall not be held liable for any damage resulting
from the handling of or contact with the above product.
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