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Material Safety Data Sheet
Version: 4.0 Revision date: February 23, 2015
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product name:
Sierralite 252 HS Powder Sierralite 402 HS Powder Sierralite 603 HS Powder
CAS Registry Number: 1318-59-8 Product use: Functional mineral for use in paints. Chemical Formula: 3MgO2Al2O33SiO2H2O Chemical Name: Hydrous magnesium aluminum silicate Synonyms: Clinochlore Chemical Family: Silicate
Manufacturer Company name Address
Tel: Fax: E-mail:
Imerys Talc America, Inc. 767 Old Yellowstone Trail Three Forks, MT 59752 USA +1 406-285-5300 +1 406-285-3323 msds.talcamericas@imerys.com
Emergency telephone number: +1 303 623 5716
Section 2. Composition / Information on ingredients
Main constituents Chlorite
Talc Quartz
EINECS 215-285-9
238-877-9 238-878-4
CAS. 1318-59-8
14807-96-6 14808-60-7
Amount (%) >95
<5 <1.5
Section 3. Hazard Identification
Emergency Overview: Under normal conditions of use, this product is not expected to create any unusual emergency hazard. This product is NOT flammable, NOT reactive, NOT explosive, has No flash point, and poses no special hazards in the presence of fire.
Potential Health Effects
Route of Exposure: Inhalation is the primary route of exposure
Inhalation: Acute: Exposure to a large concentration of air-borne dust of this material may cause mechanical irritation of the mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Chronic: Repeated and prolonged exposure to large amount of talc dust might induce a mild pneumoconiosis. This is caused by lung overload exposure, a non-specific particle effect, rather than a specific intrinsic fibrogenic activity of talc.
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Skin Contact: Acute: Direct contact may cause dryness or mild irritation if an allergic predisposition exists Chronic: Prolonged contact may cause dryness of skin or mild irritation if an allergic predisposition exists
Eye Contact: Acute: Direct contact with dust may cause mechanical irritation of the eyes Chronic: Repeated exposure may cause conjunctive inflammation
Ingestion: Acute: This material is considered to be harmless and inert when ingested. Chronic: Repeated ingestion of large doses of talc for 13 and 10 successive days by rabbits and mice revealed negative teratogenic and carcinogenic results.
Section 4. First-aid Measures
Eye contact: Rinse with copious quantities of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin contact: No special first aid measures necessary.
Inhalation: No special first aid measures. Remove to fresh air and get medical attention in case of serious respiratory problems.
Ingestion: No first aid measures required.
Section 5. Fire-fighting Measures
Extinguishing media: All extinguishing media can be used.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: The product is not flammable, combustible or explosive. No hazardous thermal decomposition.
Advice for fire-fighters: No specific fire-fighting protection is required. Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Avoid airborne dust generation. If the generation of dust is likely, personal protective equipment should be worn in compliance with national legislation.
Environmental precautions: No special requirements. Contain spillage and clean up as indicated below.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up: Dry product should be cleaned with a shovel or vacuum cleaner while wearing personal protective equipment in compliance with national legislation. Washing the floor with water is not recommended since it may cause the floor to become slippery. However, if talc is already wet, and only in this case, the floor should be thoroughly flushed with water to remove all slipperiness. Talc is not considered a hazardous waste as defined by the US EPA RCRA (40 CFR 261) regulations. Observe all applicable federal, state and local regulations when handling, storing or disposing of this substance.
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Section 7. Handling and Storage
Precautions for safe handing: Avoid airborne dust generation. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where airborne dust is generated. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory protective equipment. Handle packaged products carefully to prevent accidental bursting. If you require advice on safe handling techniques, please contact your supplier.
Conditions for safe storage: Keep the product dry and in closed containers.
Section 8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Control parameters: Follow workplace regulatory exposure limits for all types of airborne dust (e.g. total dust, respirable dust, and respirable crystalline silica dust). In the U.S., the Occupational Exposure Limit (OEL) for talc containing no asbestos fibers and less than 1% crystalline silica is 2 mg/m3 respirable fraction (ACGIH) measured as an 8 hours TWA (Time Weighted Average). The OSHA exposure limit for talc is 20 mppcf Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) TWA. For the equivalent limits in other countries, please consult a competent occupational hygienist or the local regulatory authority.
Engineering controls: Minimise airborne dust generation. Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below specified exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne particles below the exposure limit. Apply organisational measures, e.g. by isolating personnel from dusty areas. Remove and wash soiled clothing.
Personal protection:
Eye protection: Wear safety glasses with side-shields in circumstances where there is a risk of dust generation which could lead to mechanical irritation of the eye.
Skin protection: No specific requirement. For hands, see below
Hand protection: Protective gloves are not necessary but recommended for those prone to skin irritation or dryness.
Respiratory protection: In case of overexposure to airborne dust concentrations, wear respiratory protective equipment that complies with the requirements of national legislation.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance: White, off white to light grey powder.
Odour: Odourless
pH: 9 - 9.5 (10% slurry in water)
Melting point: >1300C
Flammability (solid, gas): Not flammable.
Relative density: 2.7 - 2.8 g/cm3
Solubility: Solubility in water: Negligible Solubility in hydrofluoric acid: Yes
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Decomposition temperature: >1000C
Explosivity: Not explosive
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity: Inert, not reactive
Chemical stability: Chemically stable.
Possibility of hazardous reactions: No hazardous reaction.
Conditions to avoid: None.
Incompatible materials: None known.
Hazardous decomposition products: None.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
NIOSH registry number: WW2710000
SAX toxicity evaluation: THR: Not available
Carcinogenic Status: IARC: In 2006, IARC concluded that inhaled talc not containing asbestos or asbestiform fibers is not classifiable as a human carcinogen (Group 3).
IARC: In 2006, IARC ruled that there is limited evidence that the use of talc-based body powder for perineal dusting is a possible risk factor for ovarian cancer (Group 2B). This is not a route of exposure relevant to workers and applies only to one specific use of talc.
OSHA: Not listed
ACGIH: A4 not classified as a human carcinogen
WHMIS: Class D-2A
NTP: Not listed. A 2-year inhalation study demonstrated clear evidence of carcinogenic activity in female rats at exposure levels of 18 mg/m3. Some evidence of carcinogenic activity was observed in male rats at the same level. No evidence of carcinogenic activity was found in mice (NTP TR-421).
Tumorigenic Data TCLo: ihl-rat 11 mg/m3/1Y-1 TDLo: imp-rat 200 mg/kg
Other Toxicity Data: Skin and eye irritation data: skn-hmn 300 ug/3D-I MLD
Teratogenicity (reproductive effects data): Repeated ingestion of large doses of talc for 13 and 10 successive days by rabbits and mice revealed negative teratogenic and carcinogenic results
Mutation Data: Not available
Section 12. Ecological Information
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Toxicity: No data are available on this product. No specific adverse effects known.
Persistence and degradability: No data are available on this product. Product is an inorganic substance and therefore is not considered biodegradable.
Other adverse effects: No specific adverse effects known.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste disposal information: Talc is not considered a hazardous waste as defined by the US EPA RCRA (40 CFR 261) regulations. Observe all applicable federal, state and local regulations when handling, storing or disposing of this substance.
Disposal guidelines: Where possible, recycling is preferable to disposal. Recycling and disposal of packaging should be carried out by an authorized waste management company. Recycling and disposal of packaging should be carried out in compliance with local regulations. Responsibility for proper waste disposal lies with the owner of the waste.
Section 14. Transport Information
US Department of Transportation (DOT): No classification assigned Canadian Transportation of Dangerous Goods: No classification assigned Land Transport ADR/RID: No classification assigned Air Transport IATA/ICAO: No classification assigned Maritime Transport IMDG: No classification assigned Harmonized Tariff Code: Talc crushed or powdered. 2526.20.00 (stat suffix 00) EPA TSCA 12(B) Export Notification: Not listed
Section 15. Regulatory Information
Chemical Inventories: The following inventories have been investigated as to the publicly available portion of the lists:
MINERAL
Talc Chlorite Dolomite Magnesite Quartz
CAS No.
14807-96-6 1318-59-8 16389-88-1 546-93-0 14808-60-7
EINECS (EU)
238-877-9 215-285-9 240-440-2 208-915-9 238-878-4
AICS (Australia)
Yes No Yes Yes Yes
CEPA (DSL/NDSL)
(Canada)
Yes (DSL) Yes* (DSL) Yes (NDSL) Yes (DSL)
Yes
KECI Korean Gazette No. (Korea)
KE-32773
KE-05489
KE-13036
KE-22686
KE-29983
ENCS/ISHL/MITI (Japan)
Yes* Yes* Yes* Yes Yes
MINERAL
Talc Chlorite Dolomite Magnesite Quartz
IECSC (China)
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
PICCS (Philippines)
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
TSCA (USA)
Yes Yes* Yes Yes Yes
Swiss ID No. (Switzerland)
G-6939 Not listed G-8431 G-7477
No
NZIoC (New Zealand)
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes*: There exists a broad category for naturally occurring chemicals, so these minerals are covered by definition, but not specifically listed.
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Other Pertinent Classifications/Regulations:
California PROP 65 Status: talc not listed State Right-To-Know: Talc listed in IL, MA, NJ, PA, FL Clean Air Act Ozone depleting chemicals (ODC): None CONEG Approved Packaging: Yes National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Ratings (0-4 scale):
Health = 0 Fire = 0 Reactivity = 0
National Paint and Coating Association (NPCA) Hazardous Material Identification System (HMIS) Health: 1* (chronic potential) Flammability: 0 Physical: 0 Personal protection: dust respirator, safety glasses or goggles, gloves
Section 16. Other Information
References and sources:
1. Baan, R, Straif K, Secretan B, Ghissassi FE and Cogliano V. (2006), On behalf of the WHO International Agency for Research on cancer Monograph Working Group. Carcinogenicity of carbon black, titanium dioxide and talc. The Lancet Oncology. 7:295-296.
2. Wild, P.; "Lung cancer risk and talc not containing asbestiform fibers: a review of the epidemiological evidence". Occup. Environ. Med. 2006; 63, 4-9.
3. Cohrssen, B. and Powell C.H. (2001). Talc. In Patty's Toxicology, 5th ed., Bingham, E., Cohrssen, B., and Powell, C.H., eds., John Wiley & Sons, Inc. NY. pp. 519-538.
4. IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Humans. Vol. 42. Silica and some silicates pp.185-224, International Agency for Research on Cancer, Lyon, France, 1987, 1 vol., 289 p.
5. WILD, P. et coll; ,,Effects of talc dust on respiratory health: results of a longitudinal survey of 378 French and Austrian talc workers", Occup. Environ. Med. 2008; 65, 261-267.
6. USEPA 1992. Health Assessment Document for Talc, Environmental Criteria and Assessment Office, Office of Health and Environmental Assessment, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Research Triangle Park, NC. EPA 600/8-91/217, March 1992.
Glossary
ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer IATA International Air Transport Association ICAO International Civil Aviation Organisation IMDG International Maritime Dangerous Goods NIOSH - National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health NTP National Toxicological Program OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Association OEL Occupational Exposure Limit PEL Permissible Exposure Limit RID/ADR The European Agreements Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail (RID) and by Road (ADR) TLV Threshold Limit Value
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TWA Time Weighted Average WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (Canada)
Revisions
Version 2.0- Section 15: corrected CEPA listing for dolomite to NDSL. Version 3.0- Section 15: added Quartz. Version 4.0- Section 15: corrected typo
Notice to reader
This material safety data sheet complements the technical data sheets but does not replace them. The information it contains is based on our present knowledge of the product on the date indicated. It is given in good faith. Users should be warned about the risks associated with using the product for a different purpose than that for which it was developed, and particularly for uses for which we are not qualified to give advice.
These regulatory prescriptions are provided with a view to helping users meet their obligations when using this product. This list should not be considered exhaustive and does not exempt users from ensuring that they are not required to comply with any further prescriptions other than those mentioned above concerning product possession and handling for which they are solely responsible.
Only the original English version is authoritative.
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