General Information
Revision date
2006-02-23
Product name
Silica, amorphous; Silica, precipitated and gel
Product Synonyms
Silica, amorphous; Silica, precipitated and gel (CAS
CAS No.
63231-67-4
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300
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Company Information
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From: Mallinckrodt Baker, Inc
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview CAUTION! MAY CAUSE IRRITATION TO'SKIN, EYES, AND RESPIRATORY TRACT. SAF-T-DATA ™ Ratings (Provided here for your convenience) Health: Flammability: Reactivity: Contact: 2 - Moderate 0 - None 1 - Slight 1 - Slight Lab Protection Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT; VENT HOOD; PROPER GLOVES
Storage
Color Code Green (General Storage)
Potential health effects
This product contains synthetic amorphous silica, not to be confused with crystalline silica such as quartz, cristobalite or tridymite or with diatomaceous earth or other naturally occurring forms of amorphous silica that frequently contain crystalline forms. Inhalation: May cause dryness and irritation to mucous membranes, nose, and throat. Symptoms may include coughing, sore throat, and wheezing. Ingestion: No adverse effects expected. Skin Contact: May cause irritation with dryness and abrasion. Eye Contact: May cause irritation, redness and pain. Chronic Exposure: Repeated exposure may cause symptoms similar to those listed for acute effects. Synthetic amorphous silica does not produce silicosis. Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: No information found.
