MSDS Number: M3189
Product Name:VANTALC® 6H
Supplier: R. T. VANDERBILT COMPANY, INCORPORATED
30 WINFIELD STREET NORWALK, CT 06855
Synonyms: Artic Mist ; Industrial talc
Chemical Name: Hydrous magnesium silicate mineral.
Chemical Family: Phylosilicates (structural)
Manufacturer: R. T. Vanderbilt Company, Inc., 30 Winfield Street, Norwalk, CT 06855
Material Uses: Additive in paints and ceramics
Code: 69641
CAS# See Section II
In Case of Emergency: (203) 853-1400
-
-
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
------------------------------
Not an acute hazard. May cause mechanical eye or skin irritation in high concentrations. As with all mineral spills, minimize dusting during clean-up. Do not breathe dust. Prolonged inhalation may cause lung injury. Product can become slippery when wet.
Target organs: Pulmonary System (chronic risk).
Eyes: Flush with plenty of flowing water. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin: Wash off with water.
Ingestion: Unlikely to be toxic by ingestion.
Inhalation: Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area if high concentration is inhaled and mechanical irritation or discomfort occurs. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
-
Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable.
Autoignition temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Flammable limits: Not applicable.
Products of Combustion: Not applicable.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not considered to be flammable.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: None
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Product will not burn, use appropriate extinguishing media for surrounding fires.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
Small Spill: Use a vacuum to clean up spillage. If appropriate, use gentle water spray to wet down and minimize dust generation. Place in a sealed container.
Large Spill: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system. Avoid excessive dust generation. Use respiratory protection in high dust conditions.
No special storage considerations. Handle in ways which minimize dust generation.
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits.
If local exhaust ventilation is used, a capture velocity of 150-200 fpm is recommended.
Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Any NIOSH approved filler dust respirator. No special skin protection required. Wash skin if mechanical irritation is experienced.
Appearance: White powder
Molecular Weight: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Melting/ Sublimation Point: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 2.85 (Water = 1)
Volatility: Non-volatile.
Odor: None
Solubility: Insoluble in cold water.
Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not applicable
Conditions of Instability: None known
Incompatibility with Various Substances: Non reactive.
Corrosivity: Not available.
-
Routes of Entry: Inhalation. Ingestion.
ACUTE EFFECTS
Eye contact: Not a primary eye irritant. May cause mechanical irritation.
Skin contact: Mechanical skin irritation is possible but unlikely. Not absorbed through skin. Possible granuloma formation in open wounds (requires repeated, massive applications).
Sensitization: Not a sensitizer.
Ingestion: Not an ingestion hazard.
Inhalation: Inhalation of high concentrations may cause mechanical irritation and discomfort. Repeated exposure may cause chronic effects.
Remarks: No additional remark.
CHRONIC EFFECTS
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: See remarks.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: None known.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: None known.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: None known.
Remarks TALC:TALC: Prolonged exposure to excessive airborne concentrations of talc can result in scarring of the lungs (pneumoconiosis) or of the covering of the lungs (pleural thickening). Pneumoconiosis may produce symptoms of cough or shortness of breath. Pleural thickening usually produces no symptoms. Conditions can be determined by chest radiographic examination and pulmonary function test (FEV and FVC). Bronchial irritation may cause sputum production.
Excessive exposure to any dust may aggravate pre-existing respiratory conditions.
Ecotoxicity: None known.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Products of Biodegradation: None known.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: None known.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
-
Waste Information: Not a US RCRA hazardous waste. Dispose of in accordance with state and local regulations.
DOT: Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
Maritime Transportation: Not applicable.
TSCA: Listed.
Federal and State Regulations:TSCA 8(b) inventory: VANTALC® 6H
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Hazardous Material Information System (U.S.A.)
Health Hazard: *1
Fire Hazard: 0
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: E
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.)
Health: 0
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
* Chronic Potential
References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Talc PEL: The current OSHA PEL remains 20 mppfc. Due to antiquated particle counting technique, the gravimetric (ACGIH) limit is recommended.
Validated by Sue Kelly on 3/1/2005. Verified by Sue Kelly.
Previous Validation Date 3/1/2005.
Printed 3/11/2005.
Information Contact: John Kelse (203) 853-1400 ext. 217, Corporate Risk Management
Notice to Reader: Information presented herein has been compiled from sources considered to be dependable and is accurate and reliable to the best of our knowledge and belief but is not guaranteed to be so. Nothing herein is to be construed as recommending any practice or any product in violation of any patent or in violation of any law or regulation. It is the user's responsibility to determine for himself the suitability of any material for a specific purpose and to adopt such safety precautions as may be necessary. We make no warranty as to the results to be obtained in using any material and, since conditions of use are not under our control, we must necessarily disclaim all liability with respect to the use of any material supplied by us.
|