Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
14808-60-7
Name of the chemical
Silica, crystalline
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2012-07-07
Product name
SUPER FLO-TOP
supplier name
Euclid Canada
Emergency telephone
(613) 996-6666
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Euclid Canada
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview Gray. Powder. Dust may irritate nose and throat. Dust irritating to the respiratory tract. Leave area to breathe fresh air. Avoid further overexposure. If symptoms persist, get medical attention. Acute Potential Health Effects/ Routes of Entry Inhalation Dust may irritate nose and throat. Dust irritating to the respiratory tract. Eyes Direct contact may cause severe irritation. May cause mechanical irritation or abrasion, and possible chemical burns. May cause temporary injury. Ingestion May cause irritation to the mouth, throat and stomach. May cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, and vomiting. Skin May cause severe irritation. May cause dryness, cracking, irritation, and chemical burns. May produce cement dermatitis due to primary irritation from alkaline, hydroscopic and abrasive properties.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Pre-existing eye, skin and respiratory disorders may be aggravated by exposure.
Potential chronic health
Inhalation of crystalline silica (quartz) can cause cancer based on animal data, and IARC concludes sufficient evidence in humans (Group 1). Prolonged and repeated overexposure to free crystalline silica dust above the TLV level may cause scarring of the lungs with cough and shortness of breath. A delayed lung injury, silicosis may result from breathing free silica.
