BENTONE庐 MA Approval Date: March 6, 2001
PRODUCT NAME:
Supercedes: March 15, 1999
2. PRODUCT COMPOSITION
Product Classification: Rheological Additive
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES C.A.S. No. Percent
None as defined by 1910.1200.
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Warning: Protective Measures:
" May cause slight eye irritation. " Avoid contact with the eyes.
" Long term exposure to airborne dust concentrations " Use in well ventilated areas.
" Do not breathe dust.
above the recommended exposure guidelines may
cause lung damage.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Rinse immediately with water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye Contact:
Wash with soap and water.
Skin Contact:
Provide symptomatic treatment and seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
Remove person to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, provide oxygen
Inhalation:
and seek medical attention.
N.A.: Not Applicable 庐 Trademark of Elementis Specialties Inc. page: 1 of 4
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Elementis Specialities, Inc. Emergency Telephone No.
P.O. Box 700 CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300
Hightstown, NJ 08520 ELEMENTIS: (609) 443-2000
Customer Service: (800) 866-6800
BENTONE庐 MA Approval Date: March 6, 2001
PRODUCT NAME:
Supercedes: March 15, 1999
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
RELEASE RESPONSE
Minimize dusting. Caution: May cause a slippery condition when wet.
Sweep/shovel up and transfer into a drum for re-use or disposal.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Wear an air-purifying dust respirator and chemical resistant gloves.
Wear eye protection to prevent dust from entering the eyes.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING
Avoid high dust concentrations while handling through the use of ventilation or other suitable controls.
STORAGE
No special conditions.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL INFORMATION
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
ACGIH - TLV OSHA - PEL
8 hr. TWA - 10 mg/m3, total 8 hr. TWA - 10 mg/m3, total
Dust, not otherwise
8 hr. TWA - 5 mg/m3, respirable
classified:
ENGINEERING CONTROL MEASURES
Use local exhaust ventilation if airborne concentrations are above recommended exposure limits.
PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Use an air-purifying dust respirator if airborne concentration levels are above exposure
limits.
Hand: Use chemical resistant gloves.
Eye: Use safety glasses/goggles.
Other: None.
OTHER CONTROL MEASURES
Use good hygiene practices. Wash hands and face before eating or drinking.
N.A.: Not Applicable 庐 Trademark of Elementis Specialties Inc. page: 2 of 4
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Elementis Specialities, Inc. Emergency Telephone No.
P.O. Box 700 CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300
Hightstown, NJ 08520 ELEMENTIS: (609) 443-2000
Customer Service: (800) 866-6800
BENTONE庐 MA Approval Date: March 6, 2001
PRODUCT NAME:
Supercedes: March 15, 1999
9. PROPERTIES
Appearance: Off-White Powder Odor: None. pH: N.A.
Boiling Range: N.A. Melting Range: N.A. Specific Gravity: 2.7
Solubility: Insoluble in water. Vapor Density: N.A. Vapor Pressure: N.A.
% Volatile: N.A. Freezing Point: Not determined. Density at 20掳 C: Not measured.
10. REACTIVITY INFORMATION
Conditions to Avoid: None known.
Materials to Avoid: None known.
Hazardous Decomposition: None
Stability: Stable.
11. HEALTH/TOXICITY INFORMATION
HEALTH HAZARDS
Effects of Acute Exposure
Inhalation: May cause slight irritation.
Skin Contact: Not expected to cause irritation.
Skin Absorption: Can not be absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May produce mechanical irritation.
Ingestion: Not expected to produce adverse effects.
Effects of Chronic Over Exposure
As with any dust, long term exposure to concentrations above recommended exposure
guidelines may overload the lung clearance mechanism and cause adverse lung effects
and shortness of breath.
Listed as a suspected carcinogen on: IARC: No NTP: No OSHA: No
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Respiratory disorders.
TOXICITY INFORMATION
Based on this or a similar product: Oral LD50 (rat): > 5 g/kg;
Primary Skin Irritation (Rabbit): Non-Irritating (Draize - 0.0);
Primary Eye Irritation: Moderately irritating without washout.
N.A.: Not Applicable 庐 Trademark of Elementis Specialties Inc. page: 3 of 4
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Elementis Specialities, Inc. Emergency Telephone No.
P.O. Box 700 CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300
Hightstown, NJ 08520 ELEMENTIS: (609) 443-2000
Customer Service: (800) 866-6800
BENTONE庐 MA Approval Date: March 6, 2001
PRODUCT NAME:
Supercedes: March 15, 1999
ENVIRONMENTAL/DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
12. ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
None known.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Unadulterated material is not a hazardous waste. Dispose of in accordance with local
and federal regulations. Use a licensed waste handler.
14. TRANSPORTATION
Shipping Name: Not regulated. Label: N.A.
Hazard Class: N.A. Packing Group: N.A. UN#: N.A.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CHEMICAL INVENTORIES In compliance denotes that all components are on the inventory or exempt.
U.S. TSCA Inventory: In Compliance Japanese Inventory: In Compliance
European Inventory: On the EINECS (235-340-0) Australian Inventory: In Compliance
Canadian DSL: In Compliance Philippine Inventory: In Compliance
Japanese Inventory: In Compliance Korean Inventory: On the Inventory (KE-18198)
SARA 313 Information
Not regulated under SARA Section 313.
OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION