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LEHIGH CEMENT COMPANY LLC

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

FOR

WHITE PORTLAND CEMENT

REVISED DATE: Sept. 2011

1. PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Supplier: Chemical Family: Calcium Compounds

Lehigh Cement Company LLC

7660 Imperial Way – Allentown, PA 18195 Chemical Name and Synonyms:

Contact our nearest Sales office for further

information (SEE PAGE 7).

Portland Cement (CAS # 65997-15-1), Hydraulic

Cement Types I, I (WRA), II, III, V

Sales office phone numbers and locations are also

listed on our WEBSITE

(www.lehighwhitecement.com).

Trade Name and Synonyms:

Lehigh White Portland Cement

2. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID

EMERGENCY INFORMATION:

Portland cement is a light gray or white powder. When in

contact with moisture in eyes or on skin, or when mixed with

water, portland cement becomes highly caustic (pH > 12) and

will damage or burn (as severely as third-degree) the eyes or

skin. Inhalation may cause irritation to the moist mucous

membranes of the nose, throat and upper respiratory system or

may cause or may aggravate certain lung diseases or conditions.

Use exposure controls or personal protection methods described

in Section 10.

EYES:

Immediately flush eye thoroughly with water. Continue

flushing eye for at least 15 minutes, including under lids, to

remove all particles. Call physician immediately.

SKIN:

Wash skin with cool water and pH-neutral soap or a mild

detergent. Seek medical treatment if irritation or inflammation

develops or persists. Seek immediate medical treatment in the

event of burns.

INHALATION:

Remove person to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, administer

oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Seek

medical help if coughing and other symptoms do not subside.

Inhalation of large amounts of portland cement require

immediate medical attention.

INGESTION:

Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, have the victim drink

plenty of water and call a physician immediately.

ACCIDENTIAL RELEASE MEASURES

Clean up spilled material without causing it to become airborne

or mixed with water to limit potential harm. Wear appropriate

personal protective equipment. Dispose of waste material

according to local, state or federal regulations.

Summary of content (7 pages)

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LEHIGH CEMENT COMPANY LLC MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET FOR WHITE PORTLAND CEMENT REVISED DATE: Sept. 2011 1. PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Supplier: Lehigh Cement Company LLC 7660 Imperial Way – Allentown, PA 18195 Contact our nearest Sales office for further information (SEE PAGE 7). Sales office phone numbers and locations are also listed on our WEBSITE (www.lehighwhitecement.com). 2.
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3. COMPOSITION INFORMATION This product consists of finely ground portland cement clinker mixed with a small amount of gypsum (calcium sulfate dihydrate). The portland cement clinker is made by heating to a high temperature a mixture of substances such as limestone, sand, clay and shale. Portland cement is essentially hydraulic calcium silicates contained in a crystalline mass, not separable into individual components.
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5. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: NOTE: Potential health effects may vary depending upon the duration and degree of exposure. To reduce or eliminate health hazards associated with this product, use exposure controls or personal protection methods as described in Section 10. EYE CONTACT: (Acute/Chronic) Exposure to airborne dust may cause immediate or delayed irritation or inflammation of the cornea.
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6. PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL DATA APPEARANCE/ODOR: Gray, white or colored powder, odorless PHYSICAL STATE: Solid (Powder) BOILING POINT: > 1000°C MELTING POINT: Not applicable VAPOR PRESSURE: Not applicable VAPOR DENSITY: Not applicable pH (IN WATER) (ASTM D 1293-95) 12 to 13 SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Slightly soluble (0.1% to 1.0%) SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O = 1.0): 3.15 EVAPORATION RATE: Not applicable 7.
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10. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Use local exhaust or general dilution ventilation to control dust levels below applicable exposure limits. Minimize dispersal of dust into the air. RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: If local or general ventilation is not adequate to control dust levels below applicable exposure limits or when dust causes irritation or discomfort, use MSHA/NIOSH approved respirators. EYE PROTECTION: Wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles to avoid contact with the eyes.
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Status under California Proposition 65: 14. This product contains crystalline silica, a substance known to the State of California to cause cancer. This product also may contain trace amounts of heavy metals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. OTHER INFORMATION This MSDS provides information on various types of portland cement products. A particular product’s composition may vary from sample to sample.
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LEHIGH WHITE SALES OFFICES: NORTH & SOUTHEAST REGIONS Lehigh Cement Company LLC 7660 Imperial Way Allentown, PA 18195 Toll Free: 800-961-5932 Tel: 610-366-4600 Fax: 610-366-4888 CENTRAL REGION Lehigh Cement Company LLC 1512 Lake Air Drive, Suite 105 Waco, Texas 76710 Toll Free: 800-331-7062 Tel: 254-772-9350 Fax: 254-776-1799 WESTERN REGION Lehigh Cement Company LLC 1980 Atlanta Avenue Riverside, CA 92507 Toll Free: 800-368-7557 Tel: 951-683-7796 Fax: 951-683-7798 PAGE 7 OF 7