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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Date Prepared: May 30, 2007

1. PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product Name:

SAKRETE® 5000 Plus Concrete Mix

Emergency Telephone:

800-424-9300 (Chemtrec) or

703-527-3887 (Outside USA)

Manufacturer’s Name & Address:

Bonsal American/ an Oldcastle Company

8201 Arrowridge Blvd.

Charlotte, NC 28273

Telephone Number for Information:

704-525-1621

2. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID

EMERGENCY INFORMATION:

Sakrete® 5000 Plus Concrete Mix is a gray cementitious mixture

of cement, sand & rock. When in contact with moisture in eyes

or on skin, or when mixed with water, it 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 12.

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 Concrete Mix requires immediate medical

attention.

INGESTION:

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

plenty of water and call a physician immediately.

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Date Prepared: May 30, 2007 1. PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product Name: SAKRETE® 5000 Plus Concrete Mix Emergency Telephone: 800-424-9300 (Chemtrec) or 703-527-3887 (Outside USA) Manufacturer’s Name & Address: Bonsal American/ an Oldcastle Company 8201 Arrowridge Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28273 Telephone Number for Information: 704-525-1621 2. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID EMERGENCY INFORMATION: Sakrete® 5000 Plus Concrete Mix is a gray cementitious mixture of cement, sand & rock.
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3. COMPOSITION INFORMATION DESCRIPTION: This product consists of a heterogeneous mixture of hydraulic cement, sand and rock. The major compounds are: 3CaO•SiO2 2CaO•SiO2 3CaO•Al2O3 4CaO•Al2O3•Fe2O3 CaSO4•2H2O SiO2 Tricalcium Silicate Dicalcium Silicate Tricalcium Aluminate Tetracalcium aluminoferrite Calcium Sulfate dihydrate (Gypsum) Silica Sand CAS #12168-85-3 CAS #10034-77-2 CAS #12042-78-3 CAS #12068-35-8 CAS #7778-18-9 (CAS #13397-24-5) CAS #14808-60-7 4.
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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 12. EYE CONTACT: (Acute/Chronic) Exposure to airborne dust may cause immediate or delayed irritation or inflammation of the cornea.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES (See Section for Regulatory Information) Contain material to prevent contamination of soil, surface water or ground water. Use dry clean-up methods that do not disperse dust into the air or entry into surface water. Material can be used if not contaminated. Place in an appropriate labeled container for disposal or use. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with skin and eyes. Use exposure control and personal protection methods as described in Section 12. 7.
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10. PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING AND STORAGE Keep dry until used. Handle and store in a manner so that airborne dust does not exceed applicable exposure limits. Use adequate ventilation and dust collection. Use exposure control and personal protection methods as described in Section 12. HANDLING AND STORAGE 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION See Section 5 for Hazard Identification. No recognized unusual toxicity to plants and animals.
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14. TRANSPORTATION DATA Concrete Mix is not hazardous under U.S. DOT or TDG regulations. 15. OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION Status under US OSHA Hazard Communication Rule 29 CFR 1910.1200: Concrete Mix is considered a hazardous chemical under this regulation and should be included in the employer's hazard communication program. Status under CERCLA/Superfund, 40 CFR 117 and 302: Not listed.