Lime (Processed)
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION I: IDENTIFICATION OF PRODUCT
PRODUCT NAME: Lime (Processed) (QUICK LIME)
PRODUCT USE: Oil Well Fluid Additive
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Calcium Oxide
WORK PLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS)
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: Class E
WORK PLACE HAZARD: Corrosive
TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS (TDG)
SHIPPING NAME: Not Dangerous Goods
TDG CLASSIFICATION: N/A
UN NUMBER (PIN): N/A
PACKING GROUP: N/A
SECTION II: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
LD(50) Oral-Rat
INGREDIENT PERCENT CAS NUMBER OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Calcium Oxide 96.4% 1305-78-8 N/A 5 mg/M3 5 mg/M3
SECTION III: TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
ROUTE OF ENTRY: [XX] SKIN [XX] EYE CONTACT [XX] NHALATION [XX] INGESTION
EFFECTS OF If contacted with tissues which contain moisture, severe burns will result to the affected moist
OVEREXPOSURE: tissue.
EYE CONTACT: Will cause severe burning of eyes.
SKIN CONTACT: If skin is moist this product will cause severe burning and irritation to the affected skin.
INGESTION: If product is ingested, severe burns to the throat, oesophagus, and stomach lining may be
produced.
INHALATION: The dust from this product will cause severe irritation and burns to the respiratory system.
Chronic exposure may result in ulceration and/or perforation of the nasal sputum.
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SECTION IV: FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN CONTACT: Wash with soap and running water for 15 minutes. If irritation or burning persists consult a
physician.
EYE CONTACT: Wash with running water for 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. Seek immediate medical
attention or permanent damage may occur.
INGESTION: If ingested give three to four glasses of milk or water to dilute followed by a glass of fruit juice
or dilute vinegar. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Get immediate medical attention.
INHALATION: Remove patient to fresh air. If not breathing administer artificial respiration. Get immediate
medical assistance.
SECTION V: PHYSICAL DATA
APPEARANCE AND ODOUR: Greyish White Powder; Odourless
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 3.2-3.4
BOILING POINT ( C): 2850 C
MELTING POINT ( C): N/A
pH: >12
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Moderate
PERCENT VOLATILE BY VOLUME: N/A
EVAPORATION RATE: N/A
VAPOUR PRESSURE (mm Hg): N/A
VAPOUR DENSITY (Air = 1): N/A
SECTION VI: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT: Not Flammable
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Non-flammable. Use extinguishing media which is
appropriate for surrounding fire.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Normal protection for fire fighting personnel.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None.
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SECTION VII: REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable [XX] Unstable [ ]
INCOMPATIBILITY (CONDITIONS TO AVOID): If material comes in contact with water or any substance
containing water, intense heat is generated. It becomes
corrosive after contact with water. It will react with acids.
CONDITIONS OF REACTIVITY: After contact with moisture or water.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will Not Occur [XX] May Occur [ ]
VIII: PREVENTIVE MEASURES
SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION Approved filter mask should be worn if excessive dust is
created.
VENTILATION Local exhaust as necessary to maintain airborne levels within
prescribed limits.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES Rubber-avoid getting material inside.
EYE PROTECTION Tight fitting goggles should be worn.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (Specify): Long sleeved shirt with collar buttoned. Trousers with legs
down over boots. Barrier creams on exposed skin. Suggest
eye wash station and emergency chemical shower.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING
Avoid creating dust. Keep containers away from contact with water or moisture. Keep product dry at all times. Avoid
breathing dust. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Wash all equipment with large amounts of water and or vinegar.
Dry all equipment before reuse. Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area out of direct contact with weather.
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE THE MATERIAL IS SPILLED OR RELEASED
Keep spilled material away from organic materials and other incompatible materials.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
Wear protective clothing and safety gear. Carefully sweep up and pick up all material possible and place in proper
metal containers for either reclamation of product or disposal according to local and provincial regulations. The
remaining residue may be flushed into drain, using plenty of water for dilution. Large amounts may require
neutralization with acid prior to washing with water.
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SECTION IX: PREPARATION
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS GIVEN IN GOOD FAITH, BUT NO WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, IS MADE.
DATE PRINTED: April 6, 2006 BY: MILLENNIUM TECHNOLOGIES LTD.
DATE MODIFIED: May 13, 2004 APPROVED BY:
SUPERSEDES: October 1, 2003
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