Updated February 20, 2007
Diamond Cluster Mica
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
1. Product Identification Skin: May cause mild skin irritation. Symptoms include: itching and
redness after contact.
Product Name: Diamond Cluster Mica
INCI Name: MP-149 Diamond Cluster Cosmetic Pigment Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Symptoms in-
clude: coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath when inhaled.
Chemistry: Not applicable.
CAS Number: 12001-26-2 (mica), 13463-67-7 (titanium dioxide) Ingestion: Not an intended route of exposure. May be hazardous in
case of ingestion. Symptoms include: gastrointestinal tract upset and
EINECS Number: 310-127-6 (mica), 236-675-5 (titanium dioxide)
diarrhea.
2. Physical & Chemical Properties Cancer: Not known to cause cancer in animals or humans.
Melting Point: not available. Target Organs: Eyes, lungs, skin.
Boiling Point: not available. Developmental: No data available.
Non-Volatiles: not available. Pre-existing Medical Conditions: Repeated or prolonged inhala-
tion of any dust particulate may aggravate respiratory medical condi-
Viscosity: not available.
tions. Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may produce
Specific Gravity: mixture.
general deterioration of health by an accumulation in one or many
Solubility in water: insoluble
human organs.
Refractive Index: not available.
Appearance & Odor: Solid, odorless, grey-white, glimmering
powder. 8. First Aid Measures
Eyes: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact,
immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If
3. Stability & Reactivity
symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of storage and
handling. Skin: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water
for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and
Conditions to Avoid: None specified.
shoes. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Thoroughly
Incompatible Materials: Not applicable.
clean shoes before reuse. If symptoms develop, seek medical atten-
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Not applicable.
tion.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If symptoms
4. Handling & Storage
persist, seek medical attention.
Handling precautions: Do not ingest. Avoid generating dust. Avoid
breathing dust. Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid prolonged or Ingestion: Do no ingest. If this material is swallowed, call a physi-
repeated contact with skin. Avoid contact with the eyes. Keep container cian immediately. Do Not induce vomiting unless directed to do so
closed. Wash thoroughly after handling. by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an uncon-
scious person. Loosen tight clothing such as collar, tie, belt or waist-
Storage Precautions: Keep container dry. Keep container sealed until
ready for use. Keep container in a cool well ventilated place. band.
Other Precautions: none specified
9. Fire Fighting Measures
5. Accidental Release Measures Flash Point: Non-flammable.
Small Spill and Leak: Use a tool to scoop up solid or absorbed mate- Extinguishing Media: In case of fire, use water spray (fog), foam,
rial and place into appropriate labeled waste container. Finish cleaning dry chemical, or CO2.
by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of ac- Fire Fighting Procedures: Emergency personnel should wear self-
cording to local and regional regulatory requirements. contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Large Spill and Leak: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled material
into a labeled waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading 10. Toxicological Information
water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local Acute Oral Toxicity: (LD50) >16000 mg/kg (rat).
and regional regulatory requirements. Acute Effects: May cause skin, eye and respiratory irritation.
Spill Kit Information: No specific spill kit required for this product. Sensitization: Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance at
concentrations above the exposure limits may cause respiratory
tract and lung sensitization. The substance is toxic to lungs, upper
6. Exposure Controls & Personal Protection
respiratory tract, skin, eye, lens or cornea. Repeated or prolonged
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventila-
tion, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recom- exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
mended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist,
use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the 11. Disposal Consideration
exposure limit. This material is considered non-hazardous waste. Dispose of ac-
cording to all federal, state, and local regulations.
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask. Use additional appropriate respi-
ratory protection if there is the potential to exceed the exposure limits.
Protective Clothing: Lab coat, impervious gloves and safety glasses. 12. Transport Information
Other Protective Measures: In case of a large spill wear splash gog- DOT Shipping Name: not regulated
gles, synthetic apron, nitrile gloves, MSHA/NIOSH approved self- ADR/RIC Code: not regulated
contained breathing apparatus or equivalent and full protective gear. Sea Transport IMDG Code: not regulated
Air Transport IATA: not regulated
7. Hazards Identification
Eye: May cause irritation. Symptoms include: itching and redness after
contact.
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