MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: ZEOBRITE庐 Filter Granules
PART NUMBER:
GENERAL USE: Water filtration
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: Off-white / green granules, odorless
DATE PREPARED: December 8, 2005
MANUFACTURER'S NAME
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Zeotech Corporation January 3, 2000
SUPERSEDES:
ADDRESS (NUMBER, STREET, P.O. BOX) TELEPHONE NUMBER FOR INFORMATION
P.O. Box 1718 (800) 575-7877
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER
COUNTRY
(CITY, STATE AND ZIP CODE)
USA (817) 980-9072
Fort Worth, TX 76101
DISTRIBUTOR'S NAME
Same
TELEPHONE NUMBER FOR INFORMATION
ADDRESS (NUMBER, STREET, P.O. BOX)
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER
COUNTRY
(CITY, STATE AND ZIP CODE)
SECTION 2 - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Hazard RISK PHRASES
%
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS CAS # EINECS #
Symbol Full Text Section 16
(by weight)
12173-10-3 Not found R-20,36/37/38
Clinoptilolite Zeolite / Potassium, Calcium, Sodium 100 Xn
Aluminosilicate, Hydrated (a)
(a) Clinoptilolite (12173-10-3) is not listed on the Canadian DSL or NDSL.
SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Granular powder, airborne dust particles are irritating to respiratory tract. Contact with eyes and skin may cause irritation. May be harmful if
inhaled. Clinoptilolite with a particle size in the respirable range was tested for carcinogenicity in rats by intratracheal instillation. No significant
increase in the incidence of tumors was found. Hazard Symbols for this product: Xn. Risk Phrases - R 20, 36/37/38
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
INHALATION: Inhalation of airborne dust particles is harmful and irritating to respiratory tract.
SKIN: Contact with skin may cause irritation.
EYES: Contact with eyes may cause irritation.
INGESTION: May cause gastric distress, stomach pains, vomiting and diarrhea.
CARCINOGENICITY NTP? IARC MONOGRAPHS? OSHA REGULATED?
No No No
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SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
INHALATION: Remove affected person to fresh air; wash mouth and nasal passages with water repeatedly; if breathing difficulties persist seek
medical attention.
SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing; wash affected area with soap and water; launder contaminated clothing before reuse; if irritation
persists, seek medical attention.
EYES: Check for and remove contact lenses. Flush eyes with clear running water for 15 minutes while holding eyelids open; if irritation
persists, seek medical attention.
INGESTION: Give two glasses of water for dilution; DO NOT induce vomiting; never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person; seek
medical attention.
SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
GENERAL HAZARDS: Product is not considered flammable or combustible. Products of combustion include compounds of carbon, hydrogen
and oxygen, including carbon monoxide.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Carbon dioxide, water, water fog, dry chemical, chemical foam.
FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
None
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
None
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS
Smoke, fumes or vapors, oxides of carbon.
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Small spills - wash to sanitary sewer with plenty of water. Large
spills - Recover and segregate product for reuse; shovel product into approved container for disposal.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Keep container closed when not in use; protect containers from abuse; store
containers in cool, dry area. Keep this and other chemicals out of reach of children.
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
NIOSH ACGIH
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
TWA ppm TWA mg/m3 STEL ppm STEL mg/m3 TWA ppm TWA mg/m3 STEL ppm STEL mg/m3
Clinoptilolite Zeolite / Potassium, Calcium, Sodium 0.5 0.5
Aluminosilicate, Hydrated (a)
PERSONAL PROTECTION:
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: NIOSH approved respirator designed to remove airborne particulate present in excess of maximum allowable
concentrations due to secondary operations such as mixing, spraying, sanding, buffing, etc. Refer to 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard
EN 149 for regulations.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Neoprene or nitrile rubber gloves.
EYE PROTECTION: Chemical safety goggles. Refer to 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT: Safety eyewash station nearby.
WORK / HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Practice safe workplace habits. Minimize body contact with this, as well as all chemicals in general.
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SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE AND ODOR VAPOR PRESSURE
Off-white / green granules, odorless Not applicable
pH SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER = 1)
Not applicable 2.2 - 2.4
BOILING POINT / BOILING RANGE SOLUBILITY IN WATER
Not applicable Insoluble
FLASH POINT VISCOSITY
Non-flammable Solid
FLAMMABLE LIMITS VAPOR DENSITY (AIR = 1)
LEL: Not applicable UEL: Not applicable Not applicable
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE EVAPORATION RATE (WATER = 1)
Not determined Not applicable
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY UNSTABLE: CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid generating airborne dust.
STABLE: XXX
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): Strong oxidizers, strong acids.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS: Decomposition will not occur if handled and stored properly. In case of a fire, oxides of
carbon, hydrocarbons, fumes or vapors, and smoke may be produced.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION MAY OCCUR:
WILL NOT OCCUR: XXX
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
CAS # LD50 of Ingredient LC50 of Ingredient
Hazardous Components
EINECS # (Specify Species and Route) (Specify Species)
12173-10-3 Not established Not established
Clinoptilolite Zeolite / Potassium, Calcium, Sodium
Aluminosilicate, Hydrated (a) Not found
SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data are available on the adverse effects of this material on the environment. Neither COD nor BOD data are available. Based on the
chemical composition of this product it is assumed that the mixture can be treated in an acclimatized biological waste treatment plant system in
limited quantities. However, such treatment should be evaluated and approved for each specific biological system. None of the ingredients in
this mixture are classified as a Marine Pollutant.
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in accordance with Local, State, and Federal Regulations. Product is classified as non - hazardous,
however, non-hazardous materials may become hazardous waste upon contact with other products. Refer to "40 CFR Protection of
Environment Parts 260 - 299" for complete waste disposal regulations. Consult your local, state, or Federal Environmental Protection Agency
before disposing of any chemicals. According to the European Waste Catalogue, waste codes are application specific and should be assigned
by the user based on the application for which the product is used.
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Non - Hazardous for Transport
DOT HAZARD CLASS / Packaging Group: Not regulated IATA HAZARD CLASS / Packaging Group: Not regulated
REFERENCE: Not Applicable IMDG HAZARD CLASS: Not regulated
UN / NA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: None RID / ADR Dangerous Goods Code: Not regulated
LABEL: None Required UN TDG Class / Packaging Group: Not regulated
HAZARD SYMBOLS: None Hazard Identification Number (HIN): None
Note: Transportation information provided is for reference only. Client is urged to consult CFR 49 parts 100 - 177, IMDG, IATA, EU, United
Nations TDG, and WHMIS (Canada) TDG information manuals for detailed regulations and exceptions covering specific container sizes,
packaging materials and methods of shipping.
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SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA (USA - Toxic Substance Control Act)
All components of this product are listed on the U.S. Toxic Substances Control Act Chemical Inventory (TSCA Inventory) or are exempted
from listing because a Low Volume or Polymer Exemption has been granted in accordance with 40 CFR 723.50.
SARA TITLE III (USA - Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act)
311/312 Hazard Categories
Immediate health
313 Reportable Ingredients:
None
CERCLA (USA - Comprehensive Response Compensation and Liability Act)
None
California Prop 65, Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986
There are no chemicals present known to the state of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity.
CPR (Canadian Controlled Products Regulations)
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all the
information required by the Controlled Products Regulations. WHMIS Classification: Not controlled
IDL (Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List)
Components of this product identified by CAS number and listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List are shown in Section 2.
DSL / NDSL (Canadian Domestic Substances List / Non-Domestic Substances List)
Components of this product identified by CAS number are not listed on the DSL or NDSL, or are otherwise in compliance with the New
Substances Notification (NSN) regulations. Only ingredients classified as "hazardous" are listed in Section 2 unless otherwise indicated.
EINECS (European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances)
Components of this product identified by CAS numbers are on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances unless
indicated as "not found".
WGK Water Quality Index: nwg VbK Index: not applicable
SAFETY PHRASES:
SYMBOL(S) REQUIRED FOR
RISK PHRASES:
LABEL
R20 Harmful by inhalation. S22 Do not breathe dust.
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
and skin. plenty of water and seek medical advice.
Harmful
S36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
R20 Harmful by inhalation.
Notes & full R-Phrase text
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
HMIS HAZARD RATINGS HEALTH * = Chronic Health Hazard 2 = MODERATE
1
FLAMMABILITY 0 = INSIGNIFICANT 3 = HIGH
0
PHYSICAL HAZARD 1 = SLIGHT 4 = EXTREME
0
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Safety Glasses, Gloves, Dust Respirator
E
REVISION SUMMARY:
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The information contained herein is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be so. Data and calculations are based on information furnished by the
manufacturer of the product and manufacturers of the components of the product. Users are advised to confirm in advance of need that information is current,
applicable and suited to the circumstances of use. Vendor assumes no responsibility for injury to vendee or third persons proximately caused by the material if
reasonable safety procedures are not adhered to as stipulated in the data sheet. Furthermore, vendor assumes no responsibility for injury caused by abnormal use of
this material even if reasonable safety procedures are followed. Any questions regarding this product should be directed to the manufacturer of the product as
described in Section 1.
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