Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
14808-60-7
Name of the chemical
Silica, crystalline
Concentration
0.1-1
General Information
Revision date
2007-06-08
Product name
Glass Mat Faced Gypsum Panels
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Patented water and mold resistant boards for exterior and interior walls and ceilings, interior floors, countertops, roof decks, elevator shafts and stairwells FIREGUARD® panels can be used in fire-rated assemblies and area separation walls
Emergency telephone
(800) 424-9300
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Company Information
company name
Georgia-Pacific Gypsum LLC
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW CAUTION Cutting, sanding, or otherwise working with this product may generate large amounts of dust. Dust can be irritating to the eyes, skin, and respiratory system.
Principle Routes of Exposure
Skin contact, eye contact, and inhalation
Potential health effects
Eye: Dust may cause eye irritation. Symptoms may include discomfort or pain, excess blinking and tear production, with possible redness and swelling. Skin: Dust and glass fibers may produce itching, rash, and redness. Handling can cause dry skin. Ingestion: Not applicable under normal conditions of use. May result in obstruction and temporary irritation of the digestive tract. Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Because of irritating properties, dust and glass fibers may aggrevate preexisting skin, eye, and respiratory conditions. Target Organs: Skin, eyes and respiratory system.
