Material Safety Data Sheet
For compliance with OSHA's 29 CFR 19101200 and Bill No. 70 WHMIS Hazard Communication Standards
Section 1: COMPANY AND PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Chemical Name:
Trade Name:
Product Name:
Hydrous Aluminum Silicate
Various Old Hickory Ball Clay
Ball Clay
Al2O3: SiO2+ Trace Minerals
Products
CAS# 1332-58-7
(Less than 5%)
Company Name and Address:
Telephone Number: (270) 247-3042
Old Hickory Clay Company Inc.
Facsimile Number: (270) 247-1842
P.O. Box 66, 962 State Route 1241 E-Mail: ken@oldhickoryclay.com
Hickory, KY 42051-0066 Website: http://www.oldhickoryclay.com
Health Hazard Warning:
Ball clays contain crystalline quartz, some of which is respirable, and this element may cause delayed respiratory
disease if inhaled over a prolonged period of time. Avoid breathing dust. Use a NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator
where TLV for crystalline quartz is exceeded. IARC Monograph Volume 68, 1997 concludes that crystalline
quartz causes cancer in humans.
The National Toxicology Program (NTP), in the 6th Annual Report on Carcinogens, 1991, has included crystalline
silica on its list of substances that are "reasonably anticipated to be carcinogens".
NIOSH has identified crystalline silica as a potential occupational carcinogen using the OSHA classification system
outlined in 29 CFR 1990.103.
Ball clays contain titanium dioxide. NIOSH has identified titanium dioxide as a potential occupational carcinogen.
Route of Entry and First Aid
? Inhalation: Dust may irritate respiratory system. Move away from contaminated areas and consult a physician
if breathing difficulties occur. Individuals with known respiratory disease or difficulties should avoid dust.
? Eye Contact: Minor dust quantities may irritate eye tissue. Flush eye(s) thoroughly with water and consult
physician if symptoms persist.
? Skin Contact: No adverse effects are suspected to exist. Wash contaminated area with water and bath soap
(optional).
? Ingestion: No negative effects are known to exist for incidental quantities of clay ingested into the stomach.
For suspected large quantities, consult physician for advice.
Section 4: PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Solid lump or powder form possessing Odor: Earth-like especially when containing
shades of brown, cream white, or gray coloration. appreciable moisture content.
Specific Gravity: 2.40 - 2.65 Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Melting Point: > 1500o C (Degrees Centigrade)
pH: 4.0 - 8.0
Section 5: REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable Incompatibility: None known to exist
Hazardous Decomposition: Non-existent Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Fire and explosion: Non-flammable
Section 6: SPILL, LEAK AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
? If inadvertently spilled or leaked, reclaim product for intended use.
? If the spilled product needs disposal, consult regulatory authorities. Under RCRA (40 CFR Part 261), ball clay
is not considered a hazardous waste.
Section 7: SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
? Use NIOSH/MSHA approved dust masks if exposure exceeds TLV or PEL limits (see Section2).
? Use local exhaust ventilation in areas subject to dust generation.
? Use NIOSH/OSHA approved safety goggles when handling the product in dust generating processes.
? In wet spraying applications, use NIOSH/OSHA approved dust/mist respirator.
Section: 8 TRANSPORTATION REQUIRMENTS
? Ball Clay is not hazardous under DOT regulations.
Section 9: ADDITIONAL REGULATORY INFORMATION
? California Proposition 65: Ball clay contains crystalline quartz, some of which is respirable, and trace amounts
of 2,3,7,8 TCDD (a dioxin) on a PPT (parts per trillion) basis have been detected.
? These chemicals are recognized by the state of California to be carcinogenic elements. IARC Monograph
Volume 69 states that 2,3,7,8 TCDD (a dioxin) is a carcinogen to humans.
? Toxic Substances Control Act: The known and reported components of ball clay are included on the EPA
TSCA Inventory.
This material Safety Data Sheet is accurate according to believed reliable sources of information. Old Hickory Clay
Company Inc. assumes no responsibility for warranties expressed or applied and assumes no liability in connection
with the use of this information. The information and data, herein, must be determined by the user to be in accordance
with federal, state, and local laws and regulations including regions outside the jurisdiction of the USA. The data and
information herein applies only to this product and does not relate in combination with other materials or in any
process.
MSDS Preparation Data: May 07, 2003
The reported information is subject to change without notice.
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