Section III - Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: This product may contain trace amounts
of crystalline silica which is considered a chronic health hazard by inhalation. The
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified occupational exposures
to respirable crystalline silica as being carcinogenic to humans (Class 1). This
classification is based on what IARC considered sufficient evidence from epidemiological
studies of humans for the carcinogenicity of inhaled silica in the forms of quartz and
cristobalite. Crystalline silica is also known to cause Silicosis, a non-cancerous lung
disease.
HMIS Rating: Health: 1* Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0 Other: 0
WHMIS Class: Temperlite is not a WHMIS controlled product.
Primary Routes of Entry: Via respirable dust to the lungs and respiratory system
and via coarse dust and particulate to the eyes.
Primary Target Organs: Lungs, respiratory system and eyes.
Potential Health Effects:
Inhalation: Long term overexposure to respirable crystalline silica dust may cause
permanent and irreversible lung damage including silicosis.
Skin Contact: Possible dryness or irritation resulting from long term exposures
to product dust.
Eye Contact: A mechanical irritant which can cause moderate to severe eye
irritation.
Ingestion: Non-hazardous when ingested. Potentially a mild irritant to the GI tract
if excessive quantity is ingested.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing chronic upper
respiratory and lung diseases such as, but not limited to, bronchitis, emphysema and
asthma.
Carcinogenicity: This product contains crystalline silica which is classified as
a Class 1, human carcinogen by IARC, as a suspect carcinogen by NTP and as a possible
select carcinogen by OSHA.
Section IV - First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Drink water to clear
throat and blow nose to evacuate dust. If coughing and irritation develop, call a
physician.
Eye Contact: Flush with large amounts of water until irritation subsides, at
least 15 minutes. See a physician if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Normal good personal hygiene practices. Wash with mild soap and
warm water after each exposure.
Ingestion: Emergency procedures not normally required. May be a temporary
irritant to the GI system.
Section V - Firefighting Measures
NFPA Rating: Health: 0 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0
Other: 0
Flashpoint and Method: This is a non-flammable product LEL: N/Ap UEL: N/Ap
Extinguishing Method: Not applicable. Product will not burn.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Not applicable.
Fire or Explosion Hazards: The brick products described above are non-flammable.
However, the cardboard packaging is combustible, and due care should be taken to minimize
fire hazards.
Section VI - Accidental Release Measures
Clean-up Procedures: Pick up or shovel material into waste
container taking care to minimize dust. Wet down if necessary to control dust. Vacuum
clean dust with equipment fitted with HEPA filter.
Personal Precautions: If dusty conditions exist, wear a face mask approved for
use with dusts such as 3M 8271, P95 or equivalent.
Environmental Precautions: None normally required.
Section VII - Handling and Storage
Storage Requirements: Store in dry area. Always segregate
materials by major hazard class.
Special Sensitivity or Incompatibility: Avoid contact with strong acids.
Handling Precautions: Assure proper respiratory protection if dust potential
exceeds PEL/TLV.
Section VIII - Exposure Control/Personal Protection
Respiratory Protection: When over PEL/TLV wear an approved
face mask such as 3M 8271, P95 or equivalent, to protect against silica and pneumoconiosis
producing dust. Concentrations of dust that exceed the recommendations of the dust mask
manufacturer will need a higher level of respiratory protection, such as a half mask
respirator with appropriate dust filters.
Eye Protection: Wear safety glasses with side shields, goggles or face shield
when cutting, milling or abrading to protect eyes against dust and particulate.
Skin Protection: Under normal conditions the wearing of protective gloves and
clean, body-covering clothing should be adequate.
Engineering Controls: Maintain sufficient mechanical or natural ventilation to
assure dust concentrations remain below PEL/TLV. Use local exhaust if necessary. Power
equipment should be equipped with properly designed dust collection devices.
Section IX - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical Form: Solid, off white block or pipe covering of
variable size. No characteristic odor.
Melting Point: Not Determined
Specific Gravity: 0.2
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Evaporation Rate: N/Ap
Section X - Reactivity
Stability: Product is stable under normal conditions.
Hazardous Polymerization: Cannot occur.
Incompatibilities: None in designed use.
Decomposition Products: None.
Conditions to Avoid: None in designed use.
Section XI - Toxicological/Ecological Information
LD50: N/Av LC50:
N/Av
Toxicological Hazards: No toxicological studies of this specific product have
been performed.
Ecological Hazards: Most ingredients in this product are naturally occurring
minerals. Unless contaminated in service, this product is non-hazardous to the
environment.
Teratogenicity, Mutagenicity, other Reproductive Effects: None known
Section XII - Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal Method: May be disposed in an approved landfill unless
contaminated in service. If contaminated with hazardous materials, place waste in suitable
container. Seal and properly label the waste container. Send the container to an approved
Transportation, Storage and Disposal (TSD) facility via an approved waste hauler. Be sure
manifests have been completed and an adequate "paper trail" has been
established.
Section XIII - Transportation Information
US DOT Shipping Name: Not regulated
DOT Label: None UN/NA Number: None
Canadian TGD Shipping Description: Not regulated as dangerous goods according to
Canadian TDGA.
International Dangerous Goods Information:
IMO: Not regulated as dangerous goods according to the IMDG Code.
ICAO: Not regulated as dangerous goods according to the ICAO Technical
Instructions.
Section XIV - Regulatory Information
OSHA Status: This product is considered hazardous under
OSHA criteria.
TSCA/CEPA Status: All components of this product are included in the TSCA and
CEPA Chemical Inventories.
CERCLA Reportable Quantity: N/Ap
SARA Title III:
Section 302 Extremely Hazardous: This product contains no extremely hazardous
substances as defined and listed in section #302.
Section 311/312 Hazard Categories: Reportable as a hazardous substance. Check
with your Local Emergency Planning Committee for reportable quantities.
Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: This product does not contain substances which are
reportable under Section 313.
WHMIS Information: Temperlite is not a WHMIS controlled product. This product
has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products
Regulations (CPR).
Other Regulatory Classifications:
DSCL (EEC):
R36 - Irritating to eyes
R39 - Danger of very serious irreversible effects
R45 - May cause cancer
Section XV - Approvals
Reason for Issue: Corporate name change.
Prepared by: CCG, Inc.
Approval Date: December 4, 1998
Supersedes Date: February 10, 1998
Section XVI - Disclaimer
As of the date of this document, the foregoing information is
believed to be accurate and is provided in good faith to comply with applicable federal
and state laws. However, no warranty or representation of law or fact, with respect to
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