MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION 1: CHEMICAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Manufacturer/Distributor     : Kobo Products, Inc.

Address                      : 690 Montrose Avenue

                               So. Plainfield, NJ 07080

Emergency Telephone #        : (908) 757-0033

Facsimile Number             : (908) 757-0905

Trade Name              : Kemira AFDC

Chemical Name/ Synonyms : Titanium Dioxide

SECTION 2: COMPOSTION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Name                                    CAS #           EINECS #

Titanium Dioxide                             13463-67-7        2366755

SECTION 3: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

No particular danger

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

Effects and Symptoms:

    Effects of Overexposure:                               May cause mechanical irritation to eyes.

    Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure:             Persons with respiratory conditions maybe at increased risk.

    Primary Route(s) of Entry:                             Inhalation, Ingestion and eyes.

Emergency First Aid:

  Eye Contact:     Flush eyes with water for at least 15 min. See physician if irritation persists.

  Skin Contact:    Flush skin with soap and water for at least 15 min.

  Inhalation:      Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult give oxygen. See physician.

  Ingestion:      None needed for small amounts. For large amounts, if conscious, give water and call physician. Do not induce

                  vomiting.

SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Flash Point (Closed Cup)                :   N/A

Flammable Limits LEL/UEL %              :   N/A

Extinguishing Media                     :   Water, Dry Chemical, Foam, CO2

Special Fire Fighting Procedures        :   Self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.

Unusual Fire And Explosion Hazards:         Can burn in fire, releasing toxic vapors. Unusual fire or explosion hazards are not expected.

SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions             : Eye contact and inhalation.

Environmental Precautions:       : Prevent material from contaminating soil or entering sewerage and drainage systems.

Spill response                   : Use appropriate NIOHS/MSHA approved respirator. Wear chemical gloves, goggles, and lab coat.

                                   Carefully contain spilled material. Deposit spilled material in appropriate waste container. Wash

                                   spill area with soap and water.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling                : Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling and before

                          mealtimes. Follow all MSDS and label precautions even after container is emptied since it may contain

                          residual material.

Storage                 : Store containers closed in ambient location.

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure Levels:                 OSHA                        ACGIH

Component                      TWA PEL                    TWA      TLV

                                    15 mg/m3              10 mg/m3

Titanium Dioxide

Personal Protection:

Eye Protection               : Safety glasses with side shields or goggles

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Skin Protection              : Rubber gloves, wash at meals and end of shifts

Respiratory Protection       : Use NIOSH/MSHA approved air-purifying respirator as needed to control exposure.

Ventilation                  : Provide adequate general mechanical exhaust.

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Boiling Point (°C)           :   N/A       Percent Volatile By Vol. (%)      : N/A

Freezing Point (°C)          :   N/A       Vapor Density (Air=1)             : N/A

Melting Point (°C)           :   >1800     Evaporation Rate (Buac=1)         : N/A

Vapor Pressure (mm hg)       :   N/A       Solubility In Water               : Insoluble

Bulk Density (g/cbi.)        :   3.9       Appearance & Odor                 : white powder with no odor.

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stable:                                     Yes

Hazardous Polymerization               :    Will not occur

Conditions To Avoid                    :    Open flames and sparks, extreme heat, oxidizing materials

Incompatibility                        :    Oxidizing materials and strong caustic materials can cause a reaction.

Hazardous Decomposition Products       :    Incomplete combustion can form CO, CO2, and dense smoke

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

                            Titanium Dioxide*

Skin Irritation         : Dermal LD50 > 10 g/kg (Rabbit)

Acute Oral Toxicity     : Non-toxic, LD 50 > 25 g/kg (rat)

Inhalation LC 50        : >6.82 mg/L (4 hour)

*: Trochimowicz.. et. Al., J. Appl. Tox., 8, 383-385 (1998)

SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No data.

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS



Method of Disposal       : Dispose of in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Material may be sent to an

                           approved landfill or licensed treatment, storage, and disposal facility.

SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Not regulated as hazardous material.

SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

Not available

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION



HMIS Ratings             :   Health � 0   Flammability �0 Reactivity - 0

Ratings Key              :   4= Highest hazard 0= Lowest hazard



Date Prepared            : September 10, 2002

Note: The statements made here 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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