Updated June 15, 2007
MI CA BORDEAUX
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
Eye Contact : Dust may cause irritation and inflammation.
1. PRODUCT I DENTI FI CATI ON
Skin Contact: May causes skin irritation
Product Name: bordeaux mica I ngestion: No adverse health effects are expected from swalloing.
I NCI Name: mica + iron oxide
CAS Number: 12001-26-2 (mica), 1345-25-1 (iron oxide) 8. FI RST AI D MEASURES
EI NECS Number: 310-127-6 (mica), 215-721-8 (iron oxide)
Eyes: Irrigate eyes with a heavy stream of water for at least 15 to
Origin: natural, modified
20 minutes. If irritation persists get medical attention.
Skin: Wash exposed areas of the body with soap and water.
2. PHYSI CAL & CHEMI CAL PROPERTI ES I nhalation: Remove from area of exposure. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Melting Point: Decomposes
I ngestion: If large quantities are ingested, get medical advice. Not
Boiling Point: not applicable
a hazard under normal use conditions.
Freezing Point: not applicable
Particle Size: 20.8 m
9. FI RE FI GHTI NG MEASURES
Specific Gravity: 3.0
Solubility in w ater: insoluble Flammability Limits: not applicable
pH Value: 7 - 11 (4% solution) Flash Point: not applicable
Appearance & Odor: red powder, no odor Extinguishing Media: None does not burn. Use extinguishing
Composition: Mica 42-62%, iron oxide 38- media appropriate for surrounding.
54% Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full fire-
fighting turn-out gear (full Bunker gear) including NIOSH-approved
3. STABI LI TY & REACTI VI TY self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in
the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
Chemical Stability: stable under normal conditions
I ncompatibility: none known
10. TOXI COLOGI CAL I NFORMATI ON
Hazardous Decomposition Products: none known
Hazardous Polymerisation: will not occur Acute Toxicity: Mica: no data available; iron oxide: no data
available
4. HANDLI NG & STORAGE Carcinogenicity: Mica: not studied (OSHA, ACGIH); iron oxide:
not studied (OSHA), not classifiable as a human carcinogen
Avoid breathing dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid
(ACGIH).
contact with eyes. As with all chemicals, good industrial hygiene
practices should be followed when handling this material. Avoid
freezing or excessive heat. Do not handle or store near an open 11. DI SPOSAL CONSI DERATI ONS
flame, heat or other sources of ignition. Keep the container tightly
Storage and disposal must be in accordance with applicable local,
closed and in a cool, well-ventilated place.
state & federal disposal regulations. Characterization and com-
5. ACCI DENTAL RELEASE MEASURES pliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the
generator.
Isolate spill area immediately. Keep unauthorized personnel away.
Ventilate closed spaces before entering. Do not touch or walk 12. TRANSPORT I NFORMATI ON
through spilled material. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers,
DOT Shipping Name: not regulated
basements or confined areas. Surface may become slippery after
ADR/ RI C Code: Refer to corresponding hazard class
spillage. Use vacuum or broom sweeping and remove to disposal
Sea Transport I MDG Code: Refer to corresponding hazard class
container.
Air Transport I ATA: Refer to corresponding hazard class
6. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTI ON
13. DI SCLAI MER
Respiratory Protection: Where exposure likely exceeds accep-
This information relates only to the specific material designated and
table criteria, use NIOSH/ OSHA-approved respiratory equipment.
may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
Protective Clothing: Gloves, safety glasses, or face shield
other materials or in any other process. Such information is to be
recommended. Local exhaust ventilation recommended.
the best of the company s knowledge and believed accurate and
Exposure Cont rols of Respirable Dust: Mica: 3 mg/ m3 (OSHA),
reliable as of the date indicated. However, no representation,
3 mg/ m3 (ACGIH); iron oxide: 10mg/ m3 (OSHA, total particulate), 5
warranty or guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as
mg/ m3 (ACGIH, dust & fume).
to its accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume no
responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or
7. HAZARDS I DENTI FI CATI ON consequential, arising out of use. It is the user s responsibility to
satisfy himself as to the suitableness & completeness of such
I nhalation: May cause irritation to the respiratory tract. Prolonged
information for his own particular use.
or repeated exposure causes lung damage.
ALL DATA HEREIN ARE ALL AS PER OUR SUPPLIER.
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