General Information
Revision date
2016-08-28
Product name
Blue Silica Gel
Product Synonyms
Silica, amorphous Silica, precipitated and gel (OSHA)
CAS No.
112926-00-8
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Company Information
company name
Arrow Pneumatics, Inc
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview TOXIC (see hazard warning label) SAFETY DATA Rating (Provided here for your convenience) Health Rating: Moderate Flammability Rating: None Reactivity Rating: None Date of Issue 28'08/2016 Contact Rating: Slight Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT; VENT HOOD; PROPER GLOVES
Storage
Color code Orange (General Storage)
Potential health effects
This product contains synthetic amorphous silica; not to be confused with crystalline silica such as quartz, cristobalite or tridymite or with diatomaceous earth or other naturally occurring forms of amorphous silica that frequently contain crystalline forms. Inhalation: May cause dryness and irritation to mucous membranes, nose, and throat. Symptoms may include coughing, sore throat, and wheezing. Ingestion: No adverse effects expected. Skin Contact: May cause irritation with dryness and abrasion. Eye Contact: May cause irritation, redness and pain. Chronic Exposure: Repeated exposure may cause symptoms similar to those listed for acute effects. Synthetic amorphous silica does not produce silicosis >Prolonged exposure to cobalt has been shown to cause cancer in laboratory animals. Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: No information found.
