Plastic Concrete

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This product is delivered as a ready-mixed cement mud, so there is no dust hazard from the wet material. Crystalline silica exposure can occur after the material is hardened, if it is cut, ground, or otherwise abraded. The most immediate and likely hazard is irritation or burns from direct contact with the plastic cement, which is alkaline. Applicable hazard statement based on cement content Danger. Causes serious eye damage Causes skin irritation Applicable hazard statement based on crystalline silica content Danger. May cause cancer from inhaling dust. Causes damage to respiratory system (silicosis) through prolonged or repeated exposure to inhaled dust. Danger: Crystalline silica may cause cancer when inhaled. Crystalline silica causes damage to lungs through prolonged or repeated exposure from inhaling dust.

Hazard categories

1 It is categorized as a Health Hazard (serious eye damage/eye irritation - Category 1 and skin irritation – Category 2) because it contains Portland cement. Applicable hazard statements: May cause cancer from inhaling dust. Causes damage to respiratory system (silicosis) through prolonged or repeated exposure to inhaled dust. Applicable Precautionary Statements Based on crystalline silica content: Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dusts Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Wear eye protection If exposed or concerned, or if you feel unwell: Get medical advice. Store locked up. Dispose of contents in accord with local regulations Based on cement content: Wear skin and eye protection (water resistant protective gloves. Goggles recommended to prevent any dust in eyes). Wash any exposed skin thoroughly after handling material Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a doctor if any eye irritation or discomfort develops IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs, get medical attention. Section 3: Hazardous Ingredients/Composition Ingredient Typical Percentage CAS # Portland Cement ............................................... 20-30% 65997-15-1 Sand, which includes silica sand (as quartz) ................................... 10-20% 14808-60-7 Calcium oxide ...................................................... 1-10% 1305-78-8 Gravel ................................................................ 40-50% none Fly Ash .................................................................. 0-8% 68131-74-8 Blast furnace slag .................................................. 0-8% none