Portland Cement Based Concrete Products
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
(Complies with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200)
SECTION I: PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
The QUIKRETE庐 Companies Emergency Telephone Number
One Securities Centre (770) 216-9580
3490 Piedmont Road, Suite 1300
Atlanta, GA 30329 Information Telephone Number
(770) 216-9580
MSDS J1
Revision: Feb-07
QUIKRETE庐 Product Name Code #
CONCRETE MIX 1101
FENCE POST MIX 1005
FIBER-REINFORCED CONCRETE MIX 1006
CRACK RESISTANT CONCRETE MIX 1006-80
QUIKRETE 5000 CONCRETE MIX 1007
LIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETE MIX 1008
HANDICRETE CONCRETE MIX 1141
B-CRETE 1101-81
PRO-FINISH QUIKRETE 5000 1007-85
BASIC CONCRETE MIX 1015
RIP RAP 1129
PRO-FINISH CRACK RESISTANT CONCRETE MIX 1006-68
COUNTERTOP MIX 1106-80
Product Use: Portland cement-based, aggregated products for general construction
SECTION II - HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation, Skin, Ingestion
Acute Exposure: Product becomes alkaline when exposed to moisture. Exposure can dry the skin, cause
alkali burns and affect the mucous membranes. Dust can irritate the eyes and upper respiratory system.
Toxic effects noted in animals include, for acute exposures, alveolar damage with pulmonary edema.
Chronic Exposure: Dust can cause inflammation of the lining tissue of the interior of the nose and
inflammation of the cornea. Hypersensitive individuals may develop an allergic dermatitis.
Carcinogenicity: Since Portland cement and blended cements are manufactured from raw materials mined
from the earth (limestone, marl, sand, shale, etc.) and process heat is provided by burning fossil fuels, trace,
but detectable, amounts of naturally occurring, and possibly harmful, elements may be found during chemical
analysis. Under ASTM standards, Portland cement may contain 0.75 % insoluble residue. A fraction of
these residues may be free crystalline silica. Respirable crystalline silica (quartz) can cause silicosis, a
fibrosis (scarring) of the lungs and possibly cancer. There is evidence that exposure to respirable silica or the
disease silicosis is associated with an increased incidence of Scleroderma, tuberculosis and kidney
disorders.
Carcinogenicity Listings: NTP: Known carcinogen
OSHA: Not listed as a carcinogen
IARC Monographs: Group 1 Carcinogen
California Proposition 65: Known carcinogen
NTP: The National Toxicology Program, in its 鈥淣inth Report on Carcinogens鈥? (released May 15, 2000)
concluded that 鈥淩espirable crystalline silica (RCS), primarily quartz dusts occurring in industrial and
occupational settings, is known to be a human carcinogen, based on sufficient evidence of carcinogenicity
from studies in humans indicating a causal relationship between exposure to RCS and increased lung cancer
rates in workers exposed to crystalline silica dust (reviewed in IAC, 1997; Brown et al., 1997; Hind et al.,
1997)
IARC: The International Agency for Research on Cancer (鈥淚ARC鈥?) concluded that there was 鈥渟ufficient
evidence in humans for the carcinogenicity of crystalline silica in the forms of quartz or cristobalite from
occupational sources鈥?, and that there is 鈥渟ufficient evidence in experimental animals for the carcinogenicity of
quartz or cristobalite.鈥? The overall IARC evaluation was that 鈥渃rystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz or
cristobalite from occupational sources is carcinogenic to humans (Group 1).鈥? The IARC evaluation noted that
鈥渃arcinogenicity was not detected in all industrial circumstances or studies. Carcinogenicity may be
dependent on inherent characteristics of the crystalline silica or on external factors affecting its biological
activity or distribution of its polymorphs.鈥? For further information on the IARC evaluation, see IARC
Monographs on the Evaluation of carcinogenic Risks to Humans, Volume 68, 鈥淪ilica, Some Silicates.鈥? (1997)
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Symptoms of excessive exposure to the dust include shortness of
breath and reduced pulmonary function. Excessive exposure to skin and eyes especially when mixed with
water can cause caustic burns as severe as third degree.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Individuals with sensitive skin and with
pulmonary and/or respiratory disease, including, but not limited to, asthma and bronchitis, or subject to eye
irritation, should be precluded from exposure. Exposure to crystalline silica or the disease silicosis is
associated with increased incidence of scleroderma, Tuberculosis and possibly increased incidence of kidney
lesions.
Chronic Exposure: Dust can cause inflammation of the lining tissue of the interior of the nose and
inflammation of the cornea. Hypersensitive individuals may develop an allergic dermatitis. (May contain
trace (<0.05 %) amounts of chromium salts or compounds including hexavalent chromium, or other metals
found to be hazardous or toxic in some chemical forms. These metals are mostly present as trace
substitutions within the principal minerals)
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Individuals with sensitive skin and with
pulmonary and/or respiratory disease, including, but not limited to, asthma and bronchitis, or subject to eye
irritation, should be precluded from exposure.
SECTION III - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION
Hazardous Components CAS No. PEL (OSHA) TLV (ACGIH)
mg/M3 mg/M3
Portland Cement 65997-15-1 5 5
Lime 01305-62-0 5 5
Silica Sand, crystalline 14808-60-7 10 0.05 (respirable)
%SiO2+2
May contain one or more of the following ingredients:
Amorphous Silica 07631-86-9 80 10
(From fly Ash) %SiO2+2
Alumina (From Fly Ash) 01344-28-1 5 5
Limestone Dust 01317-65-3 5 5
Calcium Sulfate 10101-41-4 or 5 5
13397-24-5
Other Limits: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). Recommended standard
maximum permissible concentration=0.05 mg/M3 (respirable free silica) as determined by a full-shift sample
up to 10-hour working day, 40-hour work week. See NIOSH Criteria for a Recommended Standard
Occupational Exposure to Crystalline Silica.
SECTION IV 鈥? First Aid Measures
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. Inhalations of large
amounts of Portland cement require immediate medical attention.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, have the victim drink plenty of water and call a physician
immediately.
SECTION V - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flammability: Noncombustible and not explosive.
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not Applicable
Flash Points: Not Applicable
SECTION VI 鈥? ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
If spilled, use dustless methods (vacuum) and place into covered container for disposal (if not contaminated
or wet). Use adequate ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND STORAGE
Do not allow water to contact the product until time of use. DO NOT BREATHE DUST. In dusty
environments, the use of an OSHA, MSHA or NIOSH approved respirator and tight fitting goggles is
recommended.
SECTION VIII 鈥? EXPOSURE CONTROL MEASURES
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust can be used, if necessary, to control airborne dust levels.
Personal Protection: The use of barrier creams or impervious gloves, boots and clothing to protect the skin
from contact is recommended. Following work, workers should shower with soap and water. Precautions
must be observed because burns occur with little warning -- little heat is sensed.
WARN EMPLOYEES AND/OR CUSTOMERS OF THE HAZARDS AND REQUIRED OSHA PRECAUTIONS
ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
Exposure Limits: Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits
SECTION IX - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Appearance: Gray to gray-brown colored powder; Some products contain coarse aggregates. QUIKRETE
Vinyl Concrete Patcher is available in white.
>2700oF
Specific Gravity: 2.6 to 3.15 Melting Point:
o
Boiling Point: >2700 F Vapor Pressure: Not Available
Vapor Density: Not Available Evaporation Rate: Not Available
Solubility in Water: Slight Odor: Not Available
SECTION X - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable.
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Contact of silica with powerful oxidizing agents such as fluorine,
chlorine trifluoride, manganese trioxide, or oxygen difluoride may cause fires
Hazardous Decomposition or By-products: Silica will dissolve in Hydrofluoric Acid and produce a
corrosive gas 鈥? silicon tetrafluoride.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will Not Occur.
Condition to Avoid: Keep dry until used to preserve product utility.
SECTION XI 鈥? TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Routes of Entry: Inhalation, Ingestion
Toxicity to Animals:
LD50: Not Available
LC50: Not Available
Chronic Effects on Humans: Conditions aggravated by exposure include eye disease, skin disorders and
Chronic Respiratory conditions.
Special Remarks on Toxicity: Not Available
SECTION XII 鈥? ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity: Not Available
BOD5 and COD: Not Available
Products of Biodegradation: Not available
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: Not available
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available
SECTION XIII 鈥? DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method: The packaging and material may be land filled; however, material should be
covered to minimize generation of airborne dust. This product is not classified as a hazardous waste under
the authority of the RCRA (40CFR 261) or CERCLA (40CFR 117&302).
SECTION XIV 鈥? TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not hazardous under U.S. DOT and TDG regulations.
SECTION XV 鈥? OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION
US OSHA 29CFR 1910.1200: Considered hazardous under this regulation and should be included in the
employers鈥? hazard communication program
SARA (Title III) Sections 311 & 312: Qualifies as a hazardous substance with delayed health effects
SARA (Title III) Section 313: Not subject to reporting requirements
TSCA (May 1997): Some substances are on the TSCA inventory list
Federal Hazardous Substances Act: Is a hazardous substance subject to statues promulgated under the
subject act
Canadian Environmental Protection Act: Not listed
Canadian WHMIS Classification: Considered to be a hazardous material under the Hazardous Products Act
as defined by the Controlled Products Regulations (Class D2A, E- Corrosive Material) and subject to the
requirements of Health Canada鈥檚 Workplace Hazardous Material Information (WHMIS). This product has
been classified according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulation (CPR). This document
complies with the WHMIS requirements of the Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and the CPR.
SECTION XVI 鈥? OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS-III: Health 鈥? 0 = No significant health risk
1 = Irritation or minor reversible injury possible
2 = Temporary or minor injury possible
3 = Major injury possible unless prompt action is taken
4 = Life threatening, major or permanent damage possible
Flammability- 0 = Material will not burn
1 = Material must be preheated before ignition will occur
2 = Material must be exposed to high temperatures before ignition
3 = Material capable of ignition under normal temperatures
4 = Flammable gases or very volatile liquids; may ignite spontaneously
Physical Hazard- 0 = Material is normally stable, even under fire conditions
1 = Material normally stable but may become unstable at high temps
2 = Materials that are unstable and may undergo react at room temp
3 = Materials that may form explosive mixtures with water
4 = Materials that are readily capable of explosive water reaction
Abbreviations:
ACGIH American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienists
CAS Chemical Abstract Service
CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
CPR Controlled Products Regulations (Canada)
DOT Department of Transportation
IARC International Agency for Research
MSHA Mine Safety and Health Administration
NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NTP National Toxicity Program
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PEL Permissible Exposure Limit
RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
SARA Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act
TLV Threshold Limit Value
TWA Time-weighted Average
WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Material Information System
Revision #07-01, supersedes all previous revisions
Created: 10/25/2006
Last Updated: February 14, 2007
NOTE: The information and recommendations contained herein are based upon data believed to be correct.
However, no guarantee or warranty of any kind, express or implied, is made with respect to the information
contained herein. We accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability for any harmful effects which may be
caused by exposure to silica contained in our products.
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