Pulverized Limestone

Hazard statements (CLP)

H372

Code

Statements

H372

Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

CAS# 1317-65-3 OSHA Hazard Classification Eye Damage Category – 0, Skin Irritation Category -0, Specific Organ Single Exposure Category – 0, Carcinogen Category – 0

Signal word

Danger Emergency Overview: Pulverized Limestone (Rock Dust) is odorless and white or grayish in color. Contact to pulverized limestone of limestone dust can cause irritation to the eyes, skin, respiratory system and gastrointestinal tract. Danger

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: Inhalation of pulverized limestone or limestone dust may cause irritation of the respiratory system resulting in coughing and/or sneezing.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Contact may aggravate disorders of eyes and respiratory system

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

Hazard statements

May causes skin irritation. May cause eye irritation, May cause respiratory irritation May cause cancer through inhalation. Causes damage to lungs through prolonged or repeated exposure. 1

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 worn - Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention immediately. If Inhaled: Exposure to large amounts of this substance may cause coughing, sneezing, and nasal irritation. Do not breathe dust. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product, 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; Dryness and/or irritation may exist. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Immediately and thoroughly wash contaminated skin with soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: 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

NA

Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity

NA

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Category – 0, Carcinogen Category – 0.