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General Information
Revision date
2013-11-26
Product name
US Product Line:Canadian Product Line
Chemical name
Gypsum, Calcium sulphate dihydrate a naturally occurring mineral. Analyses of gypsum samples
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Gypsum panels and decorative molding for interior and exterior applications
Manufacturer Name
CertainTeed Gypsum, Inc
Emergency telephone
1-800-327-7455
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Company Information
company name
CertainTeed Gypsum, Inc
Section 2
Appearance/Odor
Solid composite article. Gypsum core boards or decorative molding covered with various colored paper finished surfaces.
Potential health effects
ACUTE (short term): see Section 8 for exposure controls
Principle Routes of Exposure
Inhalation Inhalation, Skin contact, Eye contact High concentrations of dust from cutting, sawing, sanding or machining, may cause coughing and mild, temporary irritation following a short-term exposure. Long-term inhalation exposure to dusts can have respiratory effects (see Chronic health effects below). Ingestion Skin Eye Avoid ingesting this product. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal problems. May cause irritation as an abrasive on the skin. AirRenew Extreme Impact product contains Fiberglass which can be irritating to the skin and cause a skin rash. Direct contact with the eyes may cause temporary irritation as a foreign object in the eye.
Long term hazards
see Section 11 for additional toxicological data Heavy prolonged industrial exposure to high airborne concentrations of dust may cause impaired lung function. Chronic bronchitis and respiratory tract lesions have also been reported with high level inhaled dust exposures.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Skin contact may aggravate an existing dermatitis. Exposure
Interactions with other chemicals
Tobacco smoking in combination with long-term high dust exposures may increase both smoking and dust-related pulmonary health problems.
Environmental effects
No adverse effects known.
