MSDS

8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Occupational exposure limits
US. OSHA Table Z-1 Limits for Air Contaminants (29 CFR 1910.1000)
Value
Type
Form
Components
PEL 5 mg/m3 Respirable fraction.Calcium sulfate dihydrate
(alternative CAS
10101-41-4) (CAS
13397-24-5)
15 mg/m3 Total dust.
PEL 5 mg/m3 Respirable fraction.Cellulose (CAS 9004-34-6)
15 mg/m3 Total dust.
US. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
Value
Type
Form
Components
TWA 10 mg/m3 Inhalable fraction.Calcium sulfate dihydrate
(alternative CAS
10101-41-4) (CAS
13397-24-5)
TWA 10 mg/m3Cellulose (CAS 9004-34-6)
US. NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards
Value
Type
Form
Components
TWA 5 mg/m3 Respirable.Calcium sulfate dihydrate
(alternative CAS
10101-41-4) (CAS
13397-24-5)
10 mg/m3 Total
TWA 5 mg/m3 Respirable.Cellulose (CAS 9004-34-6)
10 mg/m3 Total
Biological limit values
No biological exposure limits noted for the ingredient(s).
Appropriate engineering
controls
Provide sufficient ventilation for operations causing dust formation. Observe occupational
exposure limits and minimize the risk of exposure.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Wear approved safety goggles.
Skin protection
Hand protection
It is a good industrial hygiene practice to minimize skin contact. For prolonged or repeated skin
contact use suitable protective gloves.
Other
Normal work clothing (long sleeved shirts and long pants) is recommended.
Respiratory protection
If engineering controls do not maintain airborne concentrations below recommended exposure
limits (where applicable) or to an acceptable level (in countries where exposure limits have not
been established), an approved respirator must be worn. Use a NIOSH/MSHA approved air
purifying respirator as needed to control exposure. Consult with respirator manufacturer to
determine respirator selection, use, and limitations. Use positive pressure, air-supplied respirator
for uncontrolled releases or when air purifying respirator limitations may be exceeded. Follow
respirator protection program requirements (OSHA 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2) for all respirator
use. Observe any medical surveillance requirements.
Thermal hazards
None.
General hygiene
considerations
Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as washing after handling the material
and before eating, drinking, and/or smoking. Routinely wash work clothing and protective
equipment to remove contaminants. Observe any medical surveillance requirements.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Appearance
Paper faced with gypsum core.
Physical state
Solid.
Form
Panel.
Color
Gray to off-white.
Odor
Low to no odor.
Odor threshold
Not applicable.
SHEETROCK® Brand Gypsum Panels SDS US
915745 Version #: 02 Revision date: 30-July-2014 Issue date: 18-November-2013
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