MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET MOLECULAR SIEVE 4A
PRODUCT CODE NUMBER(S): 5114-8, 5115-8
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION oxides at high temperatures to form glass. Sudden contact
with high concentrations of chemicals having high heats of
Chemical Name and Synonyms: Molecular sieve 4A; So- absorption should be avoided (eg. Olefins, HCl). The addi-
dium aluminosilicate, Zeolite tion of moisture without flooding can cause rise in
Chemical Family: Mineral temperature and contact with skin might result in burns.
Flooding will reduce temperature to safe limits. Aluminum
Chemical Formula: Al2O3, Na2O, MgO, SiO2
oxide reacts with halocarbons giving off heat that releases
Product Use: Laboratory reagent
toxic and irritating chlorinated compounds. It reacts violently
Manufacturer鈥檚 Name and Address: with chlorine trifluoride, with ignition. May polymerize with
Caledon Laboratories Ltd. ethylene oxide. May explode with oxygen difluoride. Vinyl
40 Armstrong Avenue acetate vapour may react vigorously with aluminum oxide.
Georgetown, Ontario L7G 4R9 Reactivity: Avoid generation of dust, high temperatures, all
incompatible materials.
Telephone No: (905) 877-0101
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Mix of oxides
Fax No: (905) 877-6666
would result if exposed to extreme high temperature. Hydro-
Emergency Telephone No: CANUTEC (613) 996-6666 carbons and other materials that contact the product during
use can be retained and may decompose forming toxic
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS OF MATERIALS products.
Ingredients % TLV Units CAS No. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
3
Silicon oxide <50 0.1 mg/m 7631-86-9 Flammability: Not combustible. Will not burn or support
<30 10 mg/m3 (as Al) combustion.
Aluminum oxide 1344-28-1
Extinguishing Media: Use an extinguisher appropriate to
Sodium oxide <30 Not established 1313-59-3
the surrounding material that is burning. Fight fire from up-
10 mg/m3
Magnesium oxide <5 1309-48-4 wind, from a safe distance. Firefighters must wear
protective equipment and clothing sufficient to prevent inha-
0.05 mg/m3
Quartz <3 14808-60-7
lation of dust or fumes and contact with skin and eyes.
PHYSICAL DATA Flash Point (Method Used): None
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Physical State: Solid
Upper Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not applicable
Odour and Appearance: Pale brown granules or pellets,
Lower Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not applicable
or white powder or cake, odourless
Hazardous Combustion Products: Used material may
Odour Threshold (ppm): Not applicable
contain hazardous residues. Fire fighters should be in-
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg): Not applicable
formed of such hazards.
Vapour Density (Air = 1): Not applicable Sensitivity to Impact: None identified
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable Sensitivity to Static discharge: None identified
Boiling Point (degrees C): Not applicable
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES AND HEALTH DATA
Melting Point (degrees C): Not applicable
pH: 8 to 11 (aqueous slurry)
Toxicological Data:
Specific Gravity: 2.1
LD50: Not available
Coefficient of Water/Oil distribution: Not available
LC50: Not available
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION
Effects of Acute Exposure to Product:
UN: Not regulated
Inhaled: Irritating. May cause coughing and chest pain.
T.D.G. Class: Not regulated
Silica may cause lung damage if inhaled in sufficient quanti-
Pkg. Group: Not regulated ties. Inhalation of large amounts of aluminum oxide dust
may cause metal fume fever, with fatigue, fever, pain in the
REACTIVITY DATA limbs, aching in the chest, and shortness of breath. These
symptoms occur several hours after exposure.
Chemical Stability: Stable below 870掳C; above that tem-
In contact with skin: Irritates (abrasive). Risk of skin ab-
perature, silica becomes tridymite.
sorption is slight. Becomes hot when first in contact with
Incompatibility with other substances: Silica can react
moisture; can cause burns.
violently or explosively with strong oxidizers, magnesium,
In contact with eyes: Can cause mechanical irritation
mangaese trifluoride, sodium, xenon hexafluoride. It is at-
(abrasive).
tacked by hydrofluoric acid. Combines with most metallic
MSDS MOLECULAR SIEVE 4A
CODE: 5114-8, 5115-8
Ingested: Not a normal route of exposure. May be irritat- empty. Protect from damage. Store away from incompati-
ing. No human or animal information available. ble materials.
FIRST AID MEASURES
Effects of Chronic Exposure to Product:
Prolonged or repeated exposure to aluminum oxide or to sil- Specific Measures:
ica may cause lung damage, pulmonary fibrosis or silicosis.
Eyes: Flush thoroughly with gently running water, holding
May cause respiratory sensitivity. Silicosis can cause se-
eyelids open while flushing, until all traces of chemical are
vere respiratory impairment, eventual cardiac failure. In-
removed. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
gestion of aluminum salts over long periods can cause
Skin: Wash skin with plenty of running water until no trace
phosphate deficiency, based on human and animal informa-
of chemical remains. Get medical attention if irritation de-
tion.
velops.
Carcinogenicity: Quartz is a known human carcinogen,
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen and get
(IARC, OSHA, NTP), suspected human carcinogen (ACGIH)
medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Teratogenicity: No information available.
Ingestion: Unlikely route of exposure. If the victim is alert
Reproductive Effects: No information available. and not convulsing, rinse mouth thoroughly with water and
Mutagenicity: Both positive and negative results have give 2 to 4 glasses of water to drink to dilute. If victim feels
been obtained in short-term in vitro tests with bacterial and unwell, or if a large amount has been ingested, get medical
cultured mammalian cells. attention.
Synergistic Products: None known.
REFERENCES USED
PREVENTIVE MEASURES CCINFO disc: MSDS鈥檚, February 2006
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation required. Budavari: The Merck Index, 12th ed., 1997
Respiratory Protection: Up to 30 mg/m3: NIOSH/MSHA Sax, Lewis: Hawley鈥檚 Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11th
approved dust/mist respirator. Up to 60 mg/m3: dust/mist ed., 1987
respirator, except single-use or quarter-mask, or supplied-air Sax: Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials, 5th ed.
respirator. Up to 150 mg/m3: continuous-flow supplied-air
1979
respirator, or powered, air-purifying respirator with dust/mist
Suppliers鈥? Material Safety Data Sheets
filter. Up to 300 mg/m3: full face-piece respirator with
high-efficiency particulate filters, or continuous-flow sup-
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
plied-air respirator with tight-fitting face-piece. Up to 3000
mg/m3: positive-pressure supplied-air respirator. Higher or
Date Issued: April 1993
unknown concentrations, or for fire or spill conditions,
Revision: February 2006
self-contained breathing apparatus, or full face-piece, posi-
tive-pressure supplied-air respirator with auxilliary MSDS: 5114-8, 5115-8
positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. Proposed WHMIS Designation: D2A
Eye Protection: Chemical safety glasses. Do not wear
contact lenses when working with chemicals. Prepared by: Caledon Laboratories Ltd. (905) 877-0101
Skin Protection: Rubber gloves. Other clean Caledon Laboratories Ltd. believes the information contained
body-covering clothing sufficient to prevent contact.
herein is reliable and accurate. Caledon makes no warranty
Other Personal Protective Equipment: Safety shower
with respect thereto and expressly disclaims all liability for reli-
and eye-wash fountain in work area.
ance thereon. Such information is solely for your consider-
Leak and Spill Procedure: Ventilate area. Cleanup per-
ation, investigation, and verification.
sonnel must be trained in the handling of hazardous
substances, and must wear protective equipment and cloth-
ing sufficient to prevent inhalation of dust and contact with
skin, eyes, and clothing. Gather up in a manner that does
not raise dust. Transfer carefully into container and arrange
removal by disposal company. Wash site of spillage thor-
oughly with water and detergent. Empty containers may
contain hazardous residues; treat with caution.
Waste Disposal: Follow all federal, provincial and local
regulations for disposal.
Handling Procedures and Equipment: Workers using this
mateiral must be thoroughly trained in its hazards and its
safe use, and must wear appropriate protective equipment
and clothing. Use the smallest amount possible for the pur-
pose, in a designated area with adequate ventilation.
Avoid generating fumes or dust. Avoid inhalation of dust.
Follow routine safe handling and good housekeeping proce-
dures to avoid generation of dust. Wash thoroughly after
handling.
Storage Requirements: Store in suitable, labelled contain-
ers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, out of direct sunlight.
Keep containers tightly closed when not in use and when
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