MSDS

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BRAND Cement Board Products
MSDS No.:
Dated:
GB-1504
July 23, 2012
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2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (CONTINUED)
Potential Health Effects
Primary Routes of Entry: Inhalation, Dermal contact
Target Organs: Respiratory system, skin, eyes.
Inhalation: Acute exposure to airborne dust concentrations in excess of the PEL/TLV may result in
coughing, dyspnea, wheezing, and a burning irritation of the nose, throat, and upper respiratory tract,
along with possible impaired pulmonary function. Chronic exposures may result in lung disease (silicosis
and/or lung cancer). (See Section 11 - Toxicological Information)
Exposures to respirable crystalline silica have not been documented during normal use of this product.
However, good housekeeping practices and industrial hygiene monitoring is recommended when the
potential for significant exposure exists.
Skin Contact: Contact with wet portland cement may cause severe irritation, redness, and possible burns.
Continued and prolonged contact may result in drying of the skin. Contact with dust or glass fibers may
produce itching, rash and/or redness. Repeated or prolonged exposure may result in dermatitis.
Eye Contact: Contact with dust may cause burns and/or mechanical irritation. Do not wear contact lenses
if dust will be generated.
Ingestion: Wet product is alkaline, and may cause chemical burns to the mouth, throat, esophagus and
stomach. Gastrointestinal irritation or bleeding may develop.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component
CAS-Number Weight Percent
Portland Cement 65997-15-1
<25
High Alumina Cement 65997-16-2
<6
Pozzolan
<25
Sand
<50
Naphthalene Sulfonate
<2
Crystalline Silica (Quartz) 14808-60-7 <5
Fiberglass scrim or fiberglass glas
mat laminate
65997-17-3 <5
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
 Inhalation: Remove exposed individual to fresh air immediately. If breathing difficulty persists, seek
medical attention.
 Skin: Flush and wash skin with soap and water. Utilize lotions to alleviate dryness if present. Seek
medical attention if irritation persists.
 Eye: Do not rub or scratch eyes. Immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical
attention to evaluate for burns or scratches.
 Ingestion: Product is not intended to be ingested. Large amounts may cause abdominal discomfort
or possible obstruction of the digestive tract. Seek medical attention if problems persist.