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Material Safety Data Sheet
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CoppeReady(R) Cu405
EPM00124 Revised 25-JUL-2008
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Material Identification
Formula : SiO2
Molecular Weight : 60.08
CAS Name : Silica
Tradenames and Synonyms
Collodial Silica
Company Identification
MANUFACTURER/DISTRIBUTOR
DuPont Air Products Nanomaterials LLC
2441 West Erie Drive
Tempe
AZ
USA
85282
PHONE NUMBERS
Product Information : 1-800-441-7515(Outside the US
302-774-1000)
Transport Emergency : CHEMTREC1-800-424-9300(Outside the Us
703-527-3887
Medical Emergency : 1-800-441-3637(Outside the US
302-774-1000)
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COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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Components
Material CAS Number %
Amorphous Silica 7631-86-9 5-20
Water 7732-18-5 81-89
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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Potential Health Effects
This product has not been tested as a whole for health
effects. general information reported here is based on the
health effects of the individual components of this mixture.
>>>Amorphous Silica
Inhalation may cause drying of mucous membranes and
irritation of nose, throat, and lungs with nosebleeds,
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cough, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath.
Increased susceptibility to the effects of Amorphous Silica
may be observed in persons with pre-existing disease of the
lungs.
No adverse effects are expected from incidental skin contact
with dust.
Eye contact may cause eye irritation with tearing, pain or
blurred vision.
Carcinogenicity Information
None of the components present in this material at concentrations
equal to or greater than 0.1% are listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH
as a carcinogen.
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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First Aid
INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Call a physician.
SKIN CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and water.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
EYE CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water
for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.
INGESTION
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Immediately give 2 glasses
of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Call a physician.
Notes to Physicians
Activated charcoal mixture may be beneficial. Suspend 50 g
activated charcoal in 400 mL water and mix well. Administer 5
mL/kg, or 350 mL for an average adult.
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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Flammable Properties
Flash Point : Not Available
Extinguishing Media
Use media appropriate for surrounding material.
Fire Fighting Instructions
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective
equipment.
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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Safeguards (Personnel)
NOTE: Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING (PERSONNEL)
sections before proceeding with clean-up. Use appropriate
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean-up.
Ventilate spill area.
Initial Containment
Dike spill.
Spill Clean Up
Soak up with sawdust, sand, oil dry or other absorbent material.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Handling (Personnel)
Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash clothing after use.
Handling (Physical Aspects)
Keep container tightly closed.
Storage
Store in a well ventilated place.
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Engineering Controls
Use only with adequate ventilation.
Personal Protective Equipment
Wear coverall chemical splash goggles.
RESPIRATOR
Where there is potential for airborne exposure, wear appropriate
NIOSH approved respiratory protection.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Where there is potential for skin contact have available, and wear
as appropriate, impervious gloves, apron, pants, and jacket.
Exposure Guidelines
Applicable Exposure Limits
Amorphous Silica
PEL (OSHA) : 80 mg/m3 / % SiO2 - 8 Hr TWA
AEL * (DuPont) : 3 mg/m3, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA, respirable dust
* AEL is DuPont鈥檚 Acceptable Exposure Limit. Where governmentally
imposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL
are in effect, such limits shall take precedence.
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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Physical Data
Boiling Point : 100 C (212 F)
Form : Liquid Dispersion.
pH : 8.0-10.0
Odor : None.
Color : Milky, White.
Specific Gravity : 1.0-1.2
Solubility in Water : Silica Dispersion in water
Melting Point : Dispersion in Water
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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Chemical Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions.
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Incompatibility with Other Materials
Material may be perishable if frozen (possible non-hazardous
irreversible silica agglomeration). DO NOT ALLOW TO FREEZE.
Store at temperatures >40 degF.
Decomposition
Decomposition will not occur.
Polymerization
Polymerization will not occur.
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Animal Data
Amorphous Silica:
Oral LD50: >10,000 mg/kg in rats
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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Ecotoxicological Information
Amorphous Silica:
96 hour LC50 -
Fathead minnow: LC50: 5600 ppm
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Waste Disposal
Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be in
accordance with applicable Federal, State/Provincial, and Local
regulations. Do not flush to surface water or sanitary sewer
system.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
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U.S. Federal Regulations
All Ingredients in This Product are TSCA Listed/Reported.
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State Regulations (U.S.)
WARNING - SUBSTANCES KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO
CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM-
-1,4-Dioxane <0.000024%
-Formaldehyde <0.0006%
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OTHER INFORMATION
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# Additional Information
CoppeReady(R) is a registered trademark of Ashland Inc.
licensed to DuPont Air Products Nanomaterials L.L.C.
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The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the
specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in
combination with any other material or in any process.
Responsibility for MSDS : DuPont AirProducts Nanomaterials L.L.C
MSDS Coordinator
Telephone : (757) 686-8663 or (919) 248-5027
# Indicates updated section.
This information is based upon technical information believed to be
reliable. It is subject to revision as additional knowledge and
experience is gained.
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