MATERIAL SAFETY 3M
DATA SHEET 3M Center
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Copyright, 1999, Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company.
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DIVISION: ABRASIVE SYSTEMS DIVISION
TRADE NAME:
3M Blue Grit Utility Cloth
ISSUED: August 24, 1999
SUPERSEDES: INITIAL ISSUE
DOCUMENT: 08-5596-5
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1. INGREDIENT C.A.S. NO. PERCENT
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CLOTH BACKING........................... Unknown 20 - 70
ALUMINUM OXIDE.......................... 1344-28-1 20 - 55
CURED ADHESIVE.......................... Unknown 5 - 20
FILLERS................................. Unknown 1 - 15
QUARTZ SILICA........................... 14808-60-7 0 - 1
Products included are: 3M311T, 3M341T
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2. PHYSICAL DATA
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BOILING POINT:................. N/A
VAPOR PRESSURE:................ N/A
VAPOR DENSITY:................. N/A
EVAPORATION RATE:.............. N/A
SOLUBILITY IN WATER:........... N/A
SPECIFIC GRAVITY:.............. N/D
PERCENT VOLATILE:.............. N/A
pH:............................ N/A
VISCOSITY:..................... N/A
MELTING POINT:................. N/A
APPEARANCE AND ODOR:
Solid abrasive product, no odor.
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Abbreviations: N/D - Not Determined N/A - Not Applicable CA - Approximately
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3. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
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FLASH POINT:................... N/A
FLAMMABLE LIMITS - LEL:........ N/A
FLAMMABLE LIMITS - UEL:........ N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE:...... N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Water, Carbon dioxide, Dry chemical, Foam
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Wear full protective clothing, including helmet, self-contained,
positive pressure or pressure demand breathing apparatus, bunker coat
and pants, bands around arms, waist and legs, face mask, and
protective covering for exposed areas of the head.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Not applicable.
NFPA HAZARD CODES: HEALTH: 1 FIRE: 0 REACTIVITY: 0
UNUSUAL REACTION HAZARD: none
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4. REACTIVITY DATA
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STABILITY: Stable
INCOMPATIBILITY - MATERIALS/CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Not applicable.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Dioxide.
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5. ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
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SPILL RESPONSE:
Observe precautions from other sections. Collect spilled material.
RECOMMENDED DISPOSAL:
Dispose of waste product in a sanitary landfill. Disposal
alternative: Incinerate in an industrial or commercial facility in
the presence of a combustible material.
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Abbreviations: N/D - Not Determined N/A - Not Applicable CA - Approximately
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5. ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION (continued)
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ENVIRONMENTAL DATA:
Not determined.
REGULATORY INFORMATION:
Volatile Organic Compounds: N/A.
VOC Less H2O & Exempt Solvents: N/A.
Since regulations vary, consult applicable regulations or authorities
before disposal. U.S. EPA Hazardous Waste Number = None (Not U.S.
EPA Hazardous).
OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION:
The substrate that was abraded must be considered as a factor in the
disposal method for this product.
EPCRA HAZARD CLASS:
FIRE HAZARD: No PRESSURE: No REACTIVITY: No ACUTE: Yes CHRONIC: No
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6. SUGGESTED FIRST AID
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EYE CONTACT:
Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water. Get immediate
medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT:
Flush skin with large amounts of water. If irritation persists, get
medical attention.
INHALATION:
If signs/symptoms occur, remove person to fresh air. If
signs/symptoms continue, call a physician.
IF SWALLOWED:
No need for first aid is anticipated.
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7. PRECAUTIONARY INFORMATION
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EYE PROTECTION:
Wear safety glasses to prevent eye contact with dust created from
grinding substrate.
SKIN PROTECTION:
Wear gloves to prevent skin contact with dust created from grinding
substrate.
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Abbreviations: N/D - Not Determined N/A - Not Applicable CA - Approximately
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7. PRECAUTIONARY INFORMATION (continued)
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RECOMMENDED VENTILATION:
Provide appropriate local exhaust for grinding, cutting or sanding
cured material. If exhaust ventilation is not adequate, use
appropriate respiratory protection.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
Avoid breathing of dust created by cutting, sanding or grinding.
Select one of the following NIOSH approved respirators based on
airborne concentration of contaminants and in accordance with OSHA
regulations: half-mask dust respirator, full-face dust respirator.
PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTAL INGESTION:
Wash hands after handling and before eating.
RECOMMENDED STORAGE:
Store under normal warehouse conditions.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION AVOIDANCE:
Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame, and other sources of
ignition.
EXPOSURE LIMITS
INGREDIENT VALUE UNIT TYPE AUTH SKIN*
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CLOTH BACKING........................ NONE NONE NONE NONE
ALUMINUM OXIDE....................... 1.0 FIBER/CC TWA CMRG
ALUMINUM OXIDE....................... 1.0 FIBER/CC TWA OSHA
PROPOSED
ALUMINUM OXIDE....................... 10 MG/M3 TWA OSHA
as dust
ALUMINUM OXIDE....................... 10 MG/M3 TWA ACGIH
as Al
CURED ADHESIVE....................... NONE NONE NONE NONE
FILLERS.............................. NONE NONE NONE NONE
QUARTZ SILICA........................ 0.1 MG/M3 TWA ACGIH
as quartz resp. dust
QUARTZ SILICA........................ 0.1 MG/M3 TWA OSHA
as quartz resp. dust
* SKIN NOTATION: Listed substances indicated with 'Y' under SKIN refer to
the potential contribution to the overall exposure by the cutaneous route
including mucous membrane and eye, either by airborne or, more particularly,
by direct contact with the substance. Vehicles can alter skin absorption.
SOURCE OF EXPOSURE LIMIT DATA:
- ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
- CMRG: Chemical Manufacturer Recommended Exposure Guidelines
- OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
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Abbreviations: N/D - Not Determined N/A - Not Applicable CA - Approximately
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EXPOSURE LIMITS (continued)
INGREDIENT VALUE UNIT TYPE AUTH SKIN*
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- NONE: None Established
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8. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
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EYE CONTACT:
Mechanical eye irritation: signs/symptoms can include irritation,
redness, scratching of the cornea and tearing.
Dust created by cutting, grinding, sanding, or machining may cause
eye irritation.
SKIN CONTACT:
Mechanical skin irritation: signs/symptoms can include itching and
redness.
INHALATION:
Dust from cutting, grinding, sanding or machining may cause
irritation of the respiratory system.
Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause:
Silicosis: signs/symptoms can include shortness of breath and
persistent coughing.
Irritation (upper respiratory): signs/symptoms can include
soreness of the nose and throat, coughing and sneezing.
IF SWALLOWED:
Ingestion is not a likely route of exposure to this product.
CANCER:
WARNING: Contains a chemical which can cause cancer. (14808-60-7)
(NTP anticipated human carcinogen, IARC 1 - human carcinogen, Calif.
Proposition 65)
OTHER HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION:
This product, when used under reasonable conditions or in accordance
with the 3M directions for use, should not present a health and
safety hazard. However, use or processing of the product in a manner
not in accordance with the product's directions for use may affect
the performance of the product and may present potential health and
safety hazards.
When determining the degree of health hazards, the material being
abraded must be considered.
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Abbreviations: N/D - Not Determined N/A - Not Applicable CA - Approximately
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