SECTION I: IDENTIFICATION OF PRODUCT
PRODUCT NAME: Salt Gel
PRODUCT USE: CAS No.
Oil Well Fluid Additive 63800-37-3
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Sepiolite
WORK PLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS)
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: D-2 (A)
WORK PLACE HAZARD: Potential Carcinogen; Contains Free Silica
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
INGREDIENT PERCENT CAS NUMBER LD(50) Oral-Rat OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
0.1 mg/m3 0.1 mg/m3
Crystalline Silica (S102) <1.0% 7631-86-9 N/A
15 mg/m3
Total dust N/A N/A N/A N. D.
5 mg/m3
Respirable N/A N/A N/A N. D.
Where cristobalite or tridymite are present use 1/2 or the PEL or TLV value for crystalline quartz.
SECTION III: TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
ROUTE OF ENTRY: [XX] SKIN [XX] EYE CONTACT [XX] INHALATION [XX] INGESTION
CONDITIONS Pulmonary function may be reduced by inhalation of respirable crystalline silica that may be
AGGRAVATED BY contained within Sepiolite Clay dust. Also lung scarring produced by such inhalation may lead
EXPOSURE: to progressive massive fibrosis of the lung which may aggravate other pulmonary tuberculosis.
Progressive massive fibrosis may be accompanied by right heart enlargement, heart failure,
and pulmonary failure. Smoking aggravates the effects of exposure.
EFFECTS OF May be harmful if inhaled in sufficient quantities. Prolonged exposure to Sepiolite Clay dust
OVEREXPOSURE: may cause a relatively benign lung disease, though there is a risk of the development of
massive fibrosis. Repeated/prolonged exposure to respirable crystalline quartz which may be
contained in Sepiolite Clay dust may cause delayed (chronic) lung injury (silicosis). Silicosis is
a form of disabling pulmonary fibrosis which can be progressive and may lead to death. Acute,
or rapidly developing silicosis has not been observed in Sepiolite Clay dust exposures.
EYE CONTACT: Mechanical irritant.
SKIN CONTACT: Possible drying resulting in dermatitis.
INGESTION: No adverse effects.
INHALATION: Acute exposure to dust levels exceeding the PEL may cause irritation of respiratory tract
resulting in a dry cough. Chronic exposure to free silica containing airborne sepiolite dust,
where levels are higher than TLV's, may lead to development of silicosis or other respiratory
problems. Persistent dry cough and laboured breathing upon exertion are symptomatic.
SECTION IV: FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN CONTACT: Wash with soap and water until clean.
EYE CONTACT: Flush with water until irritation ceases.
INGESTION: No adverse effects.
INHALATION: Move to area free from dust. If symptoms or irritation persist contact physician. Inhalation
may aggravate existing respiratory illness.
SECTION V: PHYSICAL DATA
APPEARANCE AND ODOUR: Light grey, tan or reddish tan, granular powder, earthy odour when wet
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.0 - 2.4 g/cc
BOILING POINT (掳C): >537掳C
MELTING POINT (掳C): N/A
pH: 7.0-8.3
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble
PERCENT VOLATILE BY VOLUME: N/A
SECTION VI: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT: N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Any media can be used for packaging.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Inorganic Mineral/Non-Flammable.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None. Product will not support combustion.
SECTION VII: REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable [XX] Unstable [ ]
INCOMPATIBILITY (CONDITIONS TO AVOID): Avoid chronic inhalation of dust
CONDITIONS OF REACTIVITY: None
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will Not Occur [XX] May Occur [ ]
VIII: PREVENTIVE MEASURES
SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: NIOSH/MESA approved respirators for silica bearing dust.
VENTILATION: Use local ventilation to maintain PEL's/TLV's.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Generally not necessary; personal preference.
EYE PROTECTION: Suggest goggles.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (Specify): None Required.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING
Avoid breathing dust; wear an approved respirator. Avoid eye contact. Use dustless system for handling, storage, and
clean up. Do not permit dust to collect on walls, floors, sills, ledges, machinery or equipment. Wash or vacuum clothing
which has become dusty. Material may become very slippery when wet.
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE THE MATERIAL IS SPILLED OR RELEASED
Use dustless methods (vacuum) and place into closable container for disposal, or flush with water. Do not dry sweep. Wear
protective equipment. Spilled material may become very slippery when wet with water, grease, oil, gasoline or solvents.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
Dispose of material in accordance with local ordinances.
SECTION IX: PREPARATION
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS GIVEN IN GOOD FAITH, BUT NO WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, IS MADE.
DATE PRINTED: June 5, 2006 BY: MILLENNIUM TECHNOLOGIES LTD.
DATE MODIFIED: May 17, 2004 APPROVED BY:
SUPERSEDES: October 1, 2003
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