Calcium Carbonate - CaCO3

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H318, H335

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Hazard Classification: Eye Damage Category - 0, Skin Irritation Category - 0, Specific Organ Single Exposure Category – 0 (Respiratory System), Carcinogen Category – 0 Emergency Overview: Pulverized Calcium Carbonate (PCC) / Ground Calcium Carbonate (GCC) are odorless and white or grayish in color. Contact with PCC or GCC can cause irritation to the eyes, skin, respiratory system and gastrointestinal tract Potential Health Effects Eyes: Particles in eyes may cause irritation Skin: Contact to pulverized limestone or limestone dust MAY cause dryness and irritation of the skin Ingestion: May cause discomfort of constipation is swallowed. If large quantities are swallowed, it may cause nausea, hypocalcaemia or hemorrhage

Precautionary statements

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Calcium Carbonate dust is a physical irritant of the eyes, nose, mucous membranes and skin of humans. If in eyes: Irritation may result. Immediately and thoroughly flush eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Recommended not to wear contacts, however if contacts are being work - Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention immediately. In Inhaled: Exposure to large amounts of this substance may cause coughing, sneezing, and nasal irritation. Remove person(s) to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Have victim blow his or her nose, or use a soft tissue to remove particulates or residues from the nostrils. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell. If on skin; Irritation may exist. Immediately and thoroughly wash contaminated skin with soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If exposed or concerned: Seek medical advice. Dispose of contents or containers in accordance with applicable regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

Not a dangerous substance according to GHS classification criteria.

Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity

NA

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Category – 0 (Respiratory System), Carcinogen Category – 0. Emergency Overview: Pulverized Calcium Carbonate (PCC) / Ground Calcium Carbonate (GCC) are odorless and white or grayish in color. Contact with PCC or GCC can cause irritation to the eyes, skin, respiratory system and gastrointestinal tract. Potential Health Effects Eyes: Particles in eyes may cause irritation Skin: Contact to pulverized limestone or limestone dust MAY cause dryness and irritation of the skin. Ingestion: May cause discomfort of constipation is swallowed. If large quantities are swallowed, it may cause nausea, hypocalcaemia or hemorrhage. Inhalation: Pulverized Limestone is not listed by MSHA, OSHA, or IARC as a carcinogen, but this product may contain trace amounts of crystalline silica in the form of quartz or crystobalite, which has been classified by IARC as (Group I) carcinogenic to humans when inhaled. Inhalation of silica can also cause a chronic lung disorder, silicosis. Wear NIOSH N-95 particulate respirators if airborne concentration exceeds PEL. Inhalation of pulverized limestone or limestone dust may cause irritation of the respiratory system resulting in coughing and/or sneezing. Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Contact may aggravate disorders of eyes and respiratory system. Potential Environmental Effects: This material is slightly alkaline and if released into water or moist soil may cause an increase in pH. Provide general ventilation for dust control to meet TLV requirements. Provide appropriate dust respirators for non-routine exposure for non-routine use above TLV Signal Word: Danger! 1 Hazard Statements: Danger! Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. May cause cancer through inhalation. May cause respiratory irritation. Symbols