MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1: CHEMICAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Manufacturer/Distributor : Kobo Products, Inc.
Address : 3474 So. Clinton Avenue
South Plainfield, NJ 07080, USA
Emergency Telephone # : (908) 757-0033
Facsimile Number : (908) 757-0905
Trade Name : GMS-NJE3
INCI : Mica (And) Jojoba Esters
Material Uses : Component in personal care products
Chemical Family : Inorganic mineral
SECTION 2: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient CAS # EINECS # EU Phrases
Mica 12001-26-2 310-127-6 S22/25/36/37
Jojoba Esters 61789-91-1 307-350-6 ---
SECTION 3: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Physical State and Appearance: Solid (odorless, off-white powder)
Emergency Overview: May cause respiratory tract, eye and skin irritation.
Routes of Entry: Eye contact and Inhalation. Ingestion (not anticipated).
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes: May cause eye irritation. Symptoms include itching and redness after contact.
Skin: May cause mild skin irritation. Symptoms include itching and redness after contact.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Symptoms include coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath when inhaled.
Ingestion: Not an intended route of exposure. May be hazardous in case of ingestion. Symptoms include gastrointestinal tract
upset and diarrhea.
Potential Chronic Health Effects
Additional information See Toxicological information (section 11)
Medical Conditions Overexposure: Aggravated by Repeated or prolonged inhalation of any dust particulate may aggravate
respiratory medical conditions.
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated
clothing and shoes. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. If symptoms
develop, seek medical attention.
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
Ingestion: Do not ingest. If this material is swallowed, call a physician immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting unless
directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammability: Non-flammable
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: In case of fire, use water spray (fog), foam, dry chemical, or CO2
Protective Clothing (fire): Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Small Spill and Leak: Use a tool to scoop up solid or absorbed material and place into appropriate labeled waste container. Finish
cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional
regulatory requirements.
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Large Spill and Leak: Use appropriate tools to put the spill material into a labeled waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional regulatory
requirements. Check TLV in section 8 of MSDS and with local authorities.
Spill Kit information: No specific spill kit required for this product.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Avoid generating dust. Avoid breathing dust. Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid prolonged or repeated
contact with skin. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep container closed. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage: Keep container dry. Keep containers sealed until ready for use.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Levels: OSHA TWA ACGIH TWA
3 mg/m3 3 mg/m3
Mica
Personal Protection:
Eye: Safety glasses with side shields or goggles
Body: Lab coat
Respiratory: Use NIOSH/MSHA approved air-purifying respirator as needed to control exposure.
Hand: Recommended: Gloves
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point (掳C) : N/A Percent Volatile By Vol. (%) : N/A
Freezing Point (掳C) : N/A Vapor Density (Air=1) : N/A
Melting Point (掳C) : > 1000 Evaporation Rate (Buac=1) : N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm hg) : N/A Solubility In Water : Insoluble
Bulk Density (g/cbi.) : N/A Appearance & Odor : Off-white powder. No odor
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stable: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: None
Incompatibility: Strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
The information is not available.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
The information is not available.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
EPA Waste Number Non-hazardous waste
Treatment Dispose of according to all federal, state and local regulations.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Classification Not regulated.
TDG Classification Not regulated.
IMO/IMDG Classification Not regulated.
ICAO/IATA Classification Not regulated.
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
This product or its components are on the following inventories: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemicals
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances
Japan Inventory of Existing & New Chemical Substances
Canada DSL Inventory
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SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
Hazardous Material Information System (U.S.A.) [Ratings Key: 4= Highest hazard, 0= Lowest hazard]
Health 1
Fire Hazard 0
Reactivity 0
Personal Protection E
EU S phrases : S22/25/36/37- Do not breathe dust, avoid contact with eyes, wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
Date Prepared : May 21, 2008
By Neringa Kontrimiene
Note: The statements made here are based upon technical data that Kobo Products Inc. believes to be reliable, are intended to describe
the product with regard to necessary safety precautions. They do not guarantee special characteristics. This information is
furnished without warranty, expressed or implied, except that it is accurate to the best of our current knowledge.
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