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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Industrial Use Only
Date Issued: 08/13/2008
MSDS No: Silica Sand Blend
Revision No: New MSDS
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
GENERAL USE: Silica Sand Blend to be mixed with epoxy resin for patch and mortar.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Silica Sand Blend
PRODUCT CODE: Silica Sand Blend
MANUFACTURER 24 HR. EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Midwest Industrial Products Corp. CHEMTREC (US Transportation) :(800) 424 - 9300
7424 Bessemer Avenue CHEMTREC (Out Side USA) :(703) 527 - 3887
Cleveland OH 44127
Product Stewardship: 216-771-8555
Service Number: 800-521-2107
COMMENTS: EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: In the event of an emergency involving spills, leaks,
fire, exposure, or accident involving this product, contact CHEMTREC. Within the USA, Canada, or US
Virgin Islands call CHEMTREC at 1-800-424-9300, 24 hours a day. Out side these areas call (703) 527-
3887. Collect calls are accepted.
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
HAZARD DESIGNATION
"Xi" - Irritant
R48/20: Harmful : danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure
through inhalation.
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
PHYSICAL APPEARANCE: White or Tan Sand.
IMMEDIATE CONCERNS: USE WITH CAUTION! This product may cause eye, skin, and respiratory
tract irritation. Aggregate particals can cause eye and skin abrasions. A single exposure will not result
in serious adverse health effects. Crystalline silica (quartz) is not known to be an environmental
hazard. Crystalline silica (quartz) is incompatible with hydrofloric acid, fluorine, chlorine trifluoride or
oxygen difluoride.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
EYES: May cause abrasion to the cornea.
SKIN: May cause skin irritation.
INGESTION: Ingestion is not expected to be a significant route into the body.
INHALATION: Chronic inhalation of respirable crystalline silica may cause silicosis; a fibrosis (scarring)
of the lungs. Silicosis may be progressive; it may lead to disability and death. Crystalline silica inhaled
from occupational sources is classified as carcinogenic to humans. There is some evidence that
inhalation of respirable crystalline silica or silicosis is associated with an increase of scleroderma (an
immune system disorder manifested by fibrosis of the lungs, skin, and other internal organs), and
kidney disease. Silicosis is also reported to increase the risk of tuberculosis. Generally, there are no
signs or symptoms of exposure to crystalline silica. The condition of individuals with lung disease (e.g.
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bronchitis, emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) can be aggravated by exposure.
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name Wt.% CAS EINECS
Silica, Crystalline 100 014808-60-7 238-878-4
COMMENTS: Criteria for listing components in this MSDS are as follows: Carcinogens are listed at 0.1%
or greater; hazardous components according to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 are listed at 1.0% or greater;
non-hazardous components are not listed. This is not intended to be the complete compositional
disclosure. Refer to section 15 for other regulatory information.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES: Immediately flush with plenty of water for two minutes. After initial flushing, remove any contact
lenses and continue flushing for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids
with fingers. Have eyes examined and tested by medical personnel.
SKIN: Wash with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
INGESTION: May cause gastrointestinal discomfort. Give one or tow glasses of water. If discomfort
persists, see a physician.
INHALATION: No specific treatment is necessary since this material is not likely to be hazardous by
inhalation. If exposed to excessive levels of dusts or fumes, remove to fresh air and get medical
attention if cough or other symptoms develop.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABLE CLASS: NA = Not Applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Non-combustible. May be used to extinguish fires.
FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: This material can be used to extinguish fires.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SMALL SPILL: Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a disposal container.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
GENERAL PROCEDURES: Store product in original containers. Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
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EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
OSHA HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS (29 CFR1910.1200)
EXPOSURE LIMITS
OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV SupplierOEL
mg/m 3 mg/m 3 mg/m3
Chemical Name ppm ppm ppm
[1] (0.1) mg/m3 [1] NL ppm (0.1) mg/m3 NL ppm NL mg/m3
TWA NL ppm
Silica, Crystalline
NL ppm NL mg/m3 NL ppm NL mg/m3 NL ppm NL mg/m3
STEL
OSHA TABLE COMMENTS:
1. NL = Not Listed
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Proper industrial hygiene practices are required for workers and should be
achieved though engineering controls including ventilation with a high turn over rate whenever feasible.
When such controls are not availible or not feasible to achieve full protection, respirators for workers
(and others in the area) and other personal protective equipment is mandated. Exhaust air may need to
be scrubbed (cleaned) or filtered to reduce environmental contamination and odors.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
EYES AND FACE: Wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when handling and mixing
this material.
SKIN: Not normally required.
RESPIRATORY: For respirator selection and training, seek professional advice. Whenever workplace
conditions require a use of a respirator, follow a respiratory protection program that meets OSHA
(29CFR 1910.134), MSHA (30 CFR Parts 56 & 57) and ANSI (Z88.2) requirements. Wear an
OSHA/NIOSH approved respirator selected on its suitability to provide adequate worker protection for
respirable particulates based on airborne workplace concentrations and duration of exposure arising
from intended end use.
OTHER USE PRECAUTIONS: Avoid generating dust.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL STATE: Solid
ODOR: Odorless
APPEARANCE: White or Tan
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 2.650 g/cm3
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABLE: Yes
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: No
STABILITY: This material (product) is stable under normal ambient conditions of temperature and
pressure. Follow recommendations for proper storage and use.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Contact with water or moisture.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None Expected.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
CARCINOGENICITY
IARC: The agent (mixture) is possibly carcinogenic to humans. The exposure circumstance entails
exposures that are possibly carcinogenic to humans: Crystalline Silica.
NTP: The National Toxicology Program (NTP), in its Ninth Annual Report on Carcinogens, classified
"silica, crystalline (respirable)" and a known human carcinogen.
OSHA: Crystalline silica (quartz) is not regulated as a human carcinogen by OSHA as a carcinogen.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ENVIRONMENTAL DATA: No environmental data has been established or is available for this product.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHOD: May be landfilled according to local, state and federal regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT (DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION)
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Not Regulated
AIR (ICAO/IATA)
SHIPPING NAME: Not Regulated
VESSEL (IMO/IMDG)
SHIPPING NAME: Not Regulated
CANADA TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS
SHIPPING NAME: Not Regulated
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
UNITED STATES
SARA TITLE III (SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT)
FIRE: No PRESSURE GENERATING: No REACTIVITY: No ACUTE: Yes CHRONIC: Yes
TSCA (TOXIC SUBSTANCE CONTROL ACT)
TSCA STATUS: All ingredients in this mixture are listed with the TSCA Chemical Substance
Inventory.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: Component(s) known to the State of California to cause cancer
and/or reproductive toxicity and subject to warning and discharge requirements under the "Safe
Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986": Crystalline Silica.
CANADA
WHMIS HAZARD SYMBOL AND CLASSIFICATION
Toxic
D2A - Poisonous and infectious material - Other effects - Very toxic
DOMESTIC SUBSTANCE LIST (INVENTORY): This product or its components are listed or exempt
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from the Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL). Components not listed have been submitted to
Environment Canada.
EUROPEAN COMMUNITY
EEC LABEL SYMBOL AND CLASSIFICATION
"Xi" - Irritant
R48/20: Harmful : danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure
through inhalation.
S22: Do not breathe dust.
S36/39: Wear suitable protective clothing and eye/face protection.
EUROPEAN COMMUNITY REGULATORY: EINECS Inventory Status: The components in this
product are listed on or exempt from the European Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances
(EINECS) or the European List of Notified Chemical Substance (ELINCS).
Australian Inventory Status: The components in this product are listed on or exempt from the
Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS).
16. OTHER INFORMATION
PREPARED BY: TAG
REVISION SUMMARY: New MSDS
HMIS RATING
* 1
HEALTH:
0
FLAMMABILITY:
0
PHYSICAL HAZARD:
E
PERSONAL PROTECTION:
MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMER: This MSDS to the best of our knowledge conforms to the requirements
of OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200, 91/155/EEC and summarizes the health and safety hazard information and
general guidance on how to safety handle the material at the date of issue. Each user must review the
MSDS in the context of how the product will be handled and used in the workplace. If clarification or
further information is needed to ensure that an appropriate risk assessment can be made, the user
should contact this company. Responsibility for the product sold is subject to our standard terms and
conditions, a copy if which is available upon request.This company warrants only that its products meet
the specifications stated in the sales contract. Typical properties, where stated, are to be considered as
representative of current production and should not be treated as specifications. While all the
information presented in this document is believed to be reliable and to represent the best available data
on these products, NO GUARANTY, WARRANTY, OR REPRESENTATION IS MADE, INTENDED, OR IMPLIED
AS TO THE CORRECTNESS, OR SUFFICIENCY OF ANY INFORMATION, OR AS TO THE MERCHANTABILITY
OR SUITABILITY OR FITNESS OF ANY CHEMICAL COMPOUNDS OR OTHER PRODUCTS FOR ANY
PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE, OR THAT ANY CHEMICAL COMPOUNDS OR OTHER PRODUCTS OR THE
USE THEREOF ARE NOT SUBJECT TO A CLAIM BY A THIRD PARTY FOR INFRINGEMENT OF ANY PATENT
OR OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHT. Some of the information presented and conclusions drawn
herein are from sources other than direct test data on the product itself. Liability by this company for all
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claims, whether arising out of breach of warranty, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise, is limited to
the purchase price of the material. Products may be toxic and require special precautions in handling.
For all products listed, the user should obtain detailed information on toxicity, together with the proper
shipping, handling and storage procedures, and comply with all applicable safety and environmental
standards. Toxicity and risk characteristics of chemical compounds and other products may differ when
used with other materials or in a manufacturing or other process. Those risk characteristics should be
determined by the user and made known to handlers, processors, and end users.
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