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Portland Cement 65997-15-1 60-80
Limestone 1317-65-3 20-40
Sand, Silica, Quartz 14808-60-7 <1
*The concentrations ranges are provided due to batch-to-batch variability.
None of the constituents of this material are of unknown toxicity.
SECTION IV – FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 Description of the first-aid measures
General information:
After inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. In case of unconsciousness, place patient stably in side position
for transportation.
After skin contact: Wash skin with cool water and pH-neutral soap or a mild detergent. If
significant skin irritation or rash occurs: get medical advice or attention.
After eye contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
After swallowing: Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, have the victim drink plenty of water and
call a physician immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or
repeated inhalation. This product contains crystalline silica. Prolonged or repeated inhalation of
respirable silica from this product can cause silicosis.
Skin contact: The Portland cement in this product can cause serious, potentially irreversible
damage to skin, eye, respiratory and digestive tracts due to chemical (caustic) burns, including third
degree burns. Burns from Portland cement may not cause immediate pain or discomfort. You
cannot rely on pain to alert you to cement burns. Portland cement can cause dermatitis or
sensitization. Therefore precautions must be taken to prevent all contact with Portland cement.
Cement burns can become worse even after contact has ended. If there is contact with this product,
immediately remove all product from body and thoroughly rinse with water. If you experience or
suspect a cement burn or inflammation you should immediately see a health care professional.
Skin burns and irritation may be caused by brief exposure, though often are caused by extended
exposure of 15 minutes, an hour, or longer. Interaction of Portland cement with water or sweat
releases a caustic solution which produces the burns or irritation. Any extended exposure should be
treated as though a burn has occurred until determined otherwise.
Skin contact with Portland cement can also cause inflammation of the skin, referred to as dermatitis.
Signs and symptoms of dermatitis can include itching, redness, swelling, blisters, scaling, and other