Interplastic Corporation
1225 Willow Lake Blvd
Vadnais Heights, MN 55110-5145
24-Hour Emergency Telephone (800) 424-9300
Revision Date: 04/20/92
ATTN: PLANT MGR/SAFETY DIR Issue Date: 09/17/02
MSDS File id: MSDSLT11
Customer No:
Whse No: 0001
This MSDS complies with 29 CFR 1910.1200 (The Hazard Communication Standard)
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I. IDENTIFICATION
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Product Name: Fumed Silica
Common Name: Silica Dioxide
Formula: SI02
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II. INGREDIENTS AND RECOMMENDED OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
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Component: Fumed Silica
% Weight: Approx. 100
CAS No.: 68611-44-9
Exposure Limits: OSHA-PEL: 6 mg/m3
Oral LD50: >5800 mg/kg (Rat)
Dermal LD50: None Determined
INGREDIENT HAZARD INFORMATION
No carcinogenicity designated by NTP, IAM, OSHA, or others.
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III. PHYSICAL DATA
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Boiling Point (oF): Not Applicable
Melting Point (oC): 1700
Vapor Pressure: Not Applicable
Vapor Density: Not Applicable
Appearance and Odor: White, fluffy powder; no odor
Specific Gravity (H2O=1) @ 25o/25: 2.1
pH: 3.6-4.3
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
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IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
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Flash Point: Non-flammable
Prevent high dust concentrations in the atmosphere. If not
feasible, protect atmosphere against electrostatic charges which
could lead to an explosion.
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V. REACTIVITY DATA
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Stable: Yes
INCOMPATIBILITY: None - Product is inert
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide
Polymerization will not occur.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
None known
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VI. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
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GENERAL: CERCLA/SARA requires notification to the appropriate
federal, state, and local authorities of releases of hazardous or
extremely hazardous quantities equal to or greater than the
Reportable Quantities (RQs) in 40 CFR 302.4 and 40 CFR 355. This
product contains no Reportable Quantities.
SARA Title 313 requires submissions of annual reports of releases
of toxic chemicals that appear in 40 CFR 372. Components present
in this product at a level which could require reporting under
the statute: None.
ACTION TO TAKE FOR SPILLS/LEAKS: See Sections V and VI for
hazards and exposure controls. For small spills, sweep or shovel
solids into proper container for disposal.
DISPOSAL METHOD: This material is non-hazardous (as per RCRA).
Dispose of waste in an authorized industrial landfill.
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VII. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
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EYE CONTACT: May cause eye discomfort. In case of contact,
flush eyes with water. Call a physician if discomfort persists.
SKIN CONTACT: May cause drying of the skin. In case of contact,
wash skin with soap and water. Call a physician if drying
persists.
SKIN ABSORPTION: Not expected to be absorbed through skin. In
case of contact, flush skin with soap and water.
INHALATION: May cause physical discomfort to the respiratory
tract. If inhaled and discomfort occurs, remove to fresh air.
If discomfort persists, call a physician.
INGESTION: Not expected to be toxic by ingestion.
CHRONIC EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: No chronic (long term) effects
are known.
OTHER HEALTH EFFECTS: Medical conditions which may be aggravated
by exposure to this product include: conjunctivitis of the eye,
dermatitis of the skin, asthma, and respiratory diseases.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Atmospheric levels should be maintained
below the exposure limits listed in Section III by using
engineering controls. If not feasible, use an approved air-
purifying respirator with approved filters and/or sorbents.
OTHER PROTECTION: If repeated or prolonged skin contact or
contamination is likely, protective clothing should be worn.
VENTILATION: Provide general and/or local exhaust ventilation to
maintain airborne levels below the exposure limits in Section
III. Refer to "Industrial Ventilation" by ACGIH for a manual of
recommended practices.
PERSONAL HYGIENE/WORK PRACTICES: Establish good personal hygiene
and work practices. Always wash hands and face before eating,
drinking, and smoking.
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VIII. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
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INHALATION: Remove from exposure. If breathing has stopped or
is difficult, administer artificial respiration (mouth-to-mouth)
or oxygen as indicated. Call a physician.
SKIN CONTACT: Remove contaminated clothing.l Wash skin
thoroughly with soap and plenty of water.
EYE CONTACT: Flush with large amounts of water for at least 15
minutes. Call a physician.
INGESTION: For large amounts, give 1-2 glasses of milk or water.
Induce vomiting by touching finger to the back of throat. Never
give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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IX. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
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EYE PROTECTION: Eye protection is recommended.
SKIN: The primary physiological effect of this product is a
drying of the skin, which can be eliminated by using the exposure
control measures recommended in Section VII and by applying
lotions and barrier creams to the skin.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE
Extremely flammable; keep away from heat, sparks, and fire. Keep
container closed. Store away from oxidizers. Bond and ground
containers for transfers of this product to prevent static
sparks.
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X. REGULATORY STATUS
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TSCA STATUS: This product (or its ingredients if it is a
mixture) appears on the Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory
(TSCA).
HMIS RATINGS (Hazardous Materials Identification System, Scale 0-
4):
Health: 2
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
NFPA RATINGS (National Fire Protection Association, Scale 0-4):
Health: 2
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
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