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EC/CAS
14808-60-7
Name of the chemical
Silica, crystalline
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2010-03-22
Product name
UltraWhite Granules
Product Synonyms
None
Chemical name
None
CAS No.
14808-60-7
Manufacturer Name
Firestone Building Products Company
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Company Information
company name
firestone building products
Section 2
Principle Routes of Exposure
Inhalation Signs and Symptoms of May cause eye irritation if dust gets into eyes. Breathing of Exposure: this product's dust may cause respiratory system irritation.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
None Known. by Exposure:
Potential chronic health
Prolonged and repeated exposure to crystalline silica containing dust can result in injury to the lungs. This condition is known as silicosis. Silicosis is characterized by the shortness of breath, decreased expansion of the chest, dry cough, leading to fatigue, dyspnea, and cyanosis, loss of appetite, pleuritic pain and decreased work capacity. Carcinogenicity: Crystalline silica is listed by IARC as a class 1, carcinogenic to humans, listed by NTP as a known to be a human carcinogen, and listed by NIOSH as a carcinogen. SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES First Aid Procedures: In case of eye contact, immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water. Call a physician if irritation persists. If the dust of this product is breathed in large amounts, remove to fresh air. If this material is ingested, give the individual one to two glasses of water. If discomfort is experienced, call a physician. SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use media proper to extinguish the primary cause of the fire. Hazardous Combustion Products: Not Applicable Recommended Fire Fighting Not Applicable Procedures: Unusual Fire and Explosion Not Applicable Hazards: SECTION 6: PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE