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EC/CAS
61790-53-2
Name of the chemical
diatomaceous earth
Concentration
100%
General Information
Version
3
Revision date
2018-01-19
Product name
Celatom�
Product Synonyms
Infusorial earth; Diatomaceous earth
CAS No.
61790-53-2
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Warning Hazard Statements Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear eye/face protection Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
Response
Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
None identified
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system. Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Label Elements
