SDS
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name Vol. % CAS
Portland Cement Withheld, trade secret. 65997-15-1
Calcium Sulfate, Dihydrate Withheld, trade secret. 13397-24-5
Silica, quartz Withheld, trade secret. 14808-60-7
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove contact lenses and continue flushing for at least
15 minutes. If effects occur, consult a physician, preferably an ophthalmologist. May cause injury due to mechanical action.
SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Seek medical attention if cough or other symptoms develop or persist.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABLE CLASS: Non-Flammable
EXPLOSION HAZARDS: NA = Not Applicable.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SMALL SPILL: With shovel or scoop, place material into clean, dry container; move containers from spill area. Minimize airborne
particulates. Protect against inhalation of dusts. Wear gloves and long sleeves. Avoid contact with skin. Use eye protection.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
GENERAL PROCEDURES: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
HANDLING: Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Wash
thoroughly after handling. Keep away from food and drinking water.
STORAGE: Keep in a cool, well ventilated place
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
OSHA HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS (29 CFR1910.1200)
EXPOSURE LIMITS
Chemical Name Type ppm mg/m
3
Calcium Sulfate, Dihydrate OSHA PEL TWA 15T, 5
Silica, quartz
OSHA PEL TWA
[1]
[1]
ACGIH TLV TWA
[2]
0.05
[2]
Footnotes:
1. Total Dust = (30 mg/m
3
)/(%SiO2+2)
2. Respirable
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposures as low as
possible.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
EYES AND FACE: Wear safety glasses with side shields. Chemical splash goggles and face shield (ANSI Z87.1 or approved
equivalent) are recommended.
SKIN: Wear protective clothing, including long sleeves and gloves, to prevent skin contact. Thoroughly wash clothing before
reuse.
RESPIRATORY: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
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