AMERICAN TALC COMPANY
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
EFFECTIVE DATE: February 20, 2008 PREVIOUS ISSUE: March 21, 2007
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE:
鈥? British Legislation, CHIP 鈥? Canadian WHMIS
鈥? EC-directive 93/112/EC & 91/155/EC 鈥? US OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1900.1200
鈥? EC 67/548 (R51) & (R53) 鈥? US OSHA Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1001
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE AND THE COMPANY
PRODUCT NAME: AMTAL
MANUFACTURER鈥橲 NAME: AMERICAN TALC COMPANY
ADDRESS: I-10 Exit 129, Allamore, TX 79855 USA TELEPHONE NO: (432) 283-2330
2. COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL NAME: Talc PRODUCTS NAMES: AMTAL-400-HB, AMTAL-400-MB, AMTAL-400-LB, AMTAL-500-HB, AMTAL-500-MB,
AMTAL-500-LB, AMTAL-600-HB, AMTAL-600-MB, AMTAL-600-LB, AMTAL-C-88, AMTAL-C-92, AMTAL-C-
98, AMTAL-C-300, AMTAL-200-LB, AMTAL 200-MB, AMTAL 200-HB, AMTAL CB-2773, AMTAL CB-40_60,
AMTAL GP-L, AMTAL GP-D, AMTAL C-80, AMTAL 400-MB-C, AMTAL C-80
**ANALYSIS OF AMERICAN TALC PRODUCTS BY TEM, SEM, PLM, AND EDX HAVE VERIFIED THERE ARE NO
ASBESTIFORM MINERALS PRESENT.
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Magnesium Silicate FORMULA: Mg3 Si4 O10 (OH) 2
CAS NO.: 14807-96-6
American talc is a naturally occurring mineral, which may contain varying amounts of the following minerals:
Chlorite: CAS # 1318-59-8, 0-2% Calcite: CAS # 13397-26-7,0-2%
Crystalline Silica (Quartz) SiO2 CAS # 14808-60-7, 0.1-2.0%
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
鈥? Talc is not listed as a carcinogen by OSHA, NTP or IARC. However Pioneer talc contains crystalline silica at levels greater than 0.1% but less
than 2 %. These levels are 鈥榯ypical鈥? and may change slightly with different lots
鈥? CARCINOGENICITY: This product contains crystalline silica. Repeated, prolonged inhalation of dust may cause delayed lung injury, which
may result in silicosis or pneumoconiosis. The International Agency For Research On Cancer in its publication, 鈥淚ARC Monographs On the
Evaluation Of The Carcinogenic Risk To Humans-Silica, Some Silicates, Coal Dust and Para-aramid Fibrils鈥?-Volume 68, 1997 has concluded
that there is sufficient evidence of the carcinogenicity of crystalline silica in humans, and has, therefore, classified crystalline silica in, Group 1,
Carcinogenic to Humans. The National Toxicology Program鈥檚 (鈥淣TP鈥檚鈥?) Ninth Annual Report on Carcinogens 2000, lists crystalline silica
(respirable) as a substance which is known to be a human carcinogen. In humans, a number of studies have found an association between
lung cancer and exposure to dust containing respirable crystalline silica. While the IARC working group concluded there was sufficient evidence
in humans for the carcinogenicity of inhaled crystalline silica in the form of quartz or crystobalite, it noted that carcinogenicity in human was not
detected in all circumstances studied.
鈥? Note: The state of California requires the following statements:
鈥淎irborne particles of respirable size of crystalline silica are known to the State of California to cause cancer鈥?
鈥? CRYSTALLINE SILICA (QUARTZ) SiO2 CAS NO. 14808-60-7
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
No special procedures are required. Some eye, mucous membrane and skin sensitivity may occur with allergic individuals. First aid consists of
washing away dust. In case of discomfort by dust, move to a ventilated area and consult a physician.
Eyes: Wash eyes with large amount of water or saline solution. If irritation or redness develops, get medical attention.
Ingestion: Give large quantities of water to induce vomiting, keep head lower than hips to prevent aspiration. Get medical help.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Talc is not flammable.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Talc waste is not reactive, flammable or biodegradable. Use conventional means; e.g. sweeping, vacuum, etc. Use caution on wet floor, as it may
be slippery.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Avoid dust formation. Keep container tightly closed.
DATE OF ISSUE: February 20, 2008
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTION
OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Table Z-3 RESPIRABLE DUST (TWA-8 Hours Period)
20 mppcf (2 mg/cu. meter) 2 mg/cu. meter
Quartz: (Respirable) 0.1 mg/cu. meter/% SiO2 (Respirable) 0.05 mg/cu. meter
The exposure limits of TALC are shown in Z-3-Mineral Dust, published by OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1000) USA.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: NIOSH approved duct respirator should by used when level exceeds TLV.
VENTILATION: Normal air circulation, use adequate ventilation for low TLV
LOCAL EXHAUST: Collect excessive dust at point of generation
PROTECTIVE GLOVES & EYE PROTECTION: Impermeable gloves and Eye protective glasses are recommended.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
DECOMPOSTION POINT: ~1000潞 C (1830潞 F) SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER=1): 2..5-2..8
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble % VOLATILE BY VOL: Non-Volatile
HARDNESS: 1 MOHS APPEARANCE: White to Off-white powder
ODOR: Odorless EVAPORATION RATE (BUTYL ACET.=1): N/A
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CHEMICAL STABILITY: Stable CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None
MATERIALS TO AVOID: Strong acids and alkalis
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS (ACUTE & CHRONIC): May cause eye and skin irritation. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea
and diarrhea.
Long-term exposure to high amount of talc without the approval dust mask may lead to chronic cough and dyspepsia.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity Effects: No known effect on environment expected under normal use.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Use normal solid waste, disposal methods to comply with Federal and local laws.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not classified as dangerous material by DOT. NO special precautions are required.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Canadian WHMIS: D2A
CANADIAN DOMESTIC SUBSTANCES LIST: As a naturally occurring substance, talc is considered to be on the Canadian DSL.
CERCLA: 40 CFR Par 302, Table 302.4 Talc is not listed. Notification of the spill is not required.
EPA-TCLP: 40 CFR Part 261-24, appendix II鈥擳able 1, No noticeable amount of Toxic substances leaches out.
RCRA: Talc is not classified as a hazardous waste under Section 3001 of RCRA, and under regulation 40 CFR Part 261.4 (b)(7).
SARA TITLE III: This product is not subject to SARA Title III
TSCA CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES INVENTORY: Talc is listed, CAS # 14807-96-6
Conformance of Talc to FDA regulations: Please note that talc meets the FDA criteria covering the safe use of talc in articles intended for food
contact use.
21 CFR 73.1550 Color Additive
21 CFR 175.300(b)(3)(xxvi) Resinous and Polymeric Coatings
21 CFR 182.70 &
21 CFR 182.90 Food Contact Surface Component
Talc meets Food Chemical Codex (FCC) specifications and can be used as a direct or indirect food additive.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
NPCA/CPMA HMIS Ratings:
HEALTH: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 0
REACTIVITY: 0 PERSONAL PROTECTION: E
17. LEGAL DISCLAIMER
While the information contained in this MSDS is believed to be reliable, no guarantee is made as to its accuracy or completeness. The conditions of
use, handling, storage, and disposal, and the suitability of the product are assumed by the user. We expressly disclaim all warranties of every kind
and nature, express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
DATE OF ISSUE: February 20, 2008
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