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MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name: SHAKE-N-CAST
MSDS No.: SNC42
I. Basic Information:
Manufacturer: US Gypsum
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Address:
City, ST Zip: Chicago, IL 60606
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Emergency Contact: CHEMTREC
Emergency Telephone Number: 800-424-9300
Contact: Sirchie Finger print Labs
Information Telephone Number: 919-554-2244
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Last Update: 2-27-2008 Expiration Date:
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Liquid Gas Solid
Chemical State:
B
Pure Mixture
Chemical Type: X
II. Ingredients:
Trade Secret (N/D = Not Disclosed)
EHS IARC SARA
313 OSHA ACGIH Other
% Range NTP SUB Z PEL TLV Limits
CAS No. Chemical Name
9069801 Ammonium naphthalene sulfonate 0-4 NE NE
1309371 Iron oxide colorant 0-2 NE NE
26499650 Plaster of Paris 90-100 mg/m3 mg/m3
9002895 Polyvinyl alcohol 0-4 NE NE
65997151 Portland cement 0-8 10 15/5
7778805 Potassium sulfate 0-1 NE NE
9005258 Starch 0-2 10 15/5
III. Hazardous Identification:
Hazard Category:
X Acute Chronic Fire Pressure Reactive
Hazardous Identification Information:
Non-flammable
ACUTE:
Eyes: Particles and Portland Cement may cause eye irritation.
Skin: When mixed with water this material hardens and then slowly becomes hot. Not to be used to make casts enclosing any
part of the body. Failure to follow these instructions may cause burns. Contact my dry skin.
Inhalation: Large amounts of dust may cause coughing, sneezing and nasal irritation.
Ingestion: See emergency first aid procedures below.
CHRONIC: None known
TARGET ORGANS: Lungs
IV. First Aid Measures:
Route(s) of Entry:
Eyes, inhalation, ingestion
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic):
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MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name: SHAKE-N-CAST
MSDS No.: SNC42
ACUTE: Irritation, CHRONIC: None known
Signs and Symptoms:
Coughing, sneezing, nasal irritation.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:
Pre-existing upper respiratory and lung disease such as, but not limited to bronchitis, emphysema and asthma.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes. Contact a physician if irritation persists.
SKIN: Wash contaminated area with water
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air.
INGESTION: Plaster hardens when wetted and, if ingested, may result in obstruction. Contact a physician.
Other Health Warnings:
May cause irritation to respiratory tract.
V. Fire Fighting Measures:
Flash Point: N/A Lower Explosive Limit: N/A Upper Explosive Limit: N/A
F.P. Method:
Fire Extinguishing Media: None specified. Non-flammable.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
N/A
Unusual Fire and Explosion:
N/A
VI. Accidental Release Measures:
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled:
Do not use water. Sweep or vacuum and dispose in accordance with local regulations. If washed into drains it may cause blockage.
If mixed with water, scrape up and wash down residue.
VII. Handling and Storage:
Precautions to be Taken:
Store at room temperature in a dry location. Product contains separate water capsule that will freeze.
Other Precautions:
N/A
VIII. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection:
Ventilation Requirements:
Provide general ventilation and local exhaust to meet TLV requirements. If handling dry powder, wear a dust mask and goggles to
guard against nuisance particles.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Not normally required if product is used according to directions.
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MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name: SHAKE-N-CAST
MSDS No.: SNC42
IX. Physical and Chemical Properties:
Boiling Point: Water-100 C Melting Point: 1450 C
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1): N/A Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.): N/A
Specific Gravity (H20 = 1): 2.70000 Vapor Density (AIR = 1): N/A
Solubility In Water: 0.2% Appearance and Odor:
Other Information: None
X. Stability and Reactivity:
Stability:
Stable
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid):
Acids
Decomposition/By Products:
Above 1450 C - Calcium Oxide, Sulfur dioxide
Hazardous Polymerization:
None known
XI. Toxicological Information:
N/A
XII. Ecological Information:
Prevent from entering streams and waterways. May be harmfull to some aquatic life.
XIII. Disposal Considerations:
Dispose of as solid waste in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
XIV. Transport Information:
Keep in closed container.
XV. Regulatory Information:
Not regulated.
XVI. Other Information:
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make
no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no
liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigation to determine the suitability of the information for their
particular purposes.
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MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name: SHAKE-N-CAST
MSDS No.: SNC42
Using this product under normal, properly instructed procedures should not be hazardous.
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