Indu-Crete Part C

Hazard statements (CLP)

H314, H317, H318, H335, H350, H372

Code

Statements

H314

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

29 CFR 1910.1200) Emergency Overview Portland cement When in contact with moisture in eyes or on skin, or when mixed with water, portland cement becomes highly caustic (pH > 12) and will damage or burn (as severely as third-degree) the eyes or skin. Inhalation may cause irritation to the moist mucous membranes of the nose, throat and upper respiratory system or may cause or may aggravate certain lung diseases or conditions. Use exposure controls or personal protection methods described in Section 8. Crystalline silica (quartz) is not known to be an environmental hazard. Crystalline silica (quartz) is incompatible with hydrofluoric acid, fluorine, chlorine trifluoride or oxygen difluoride. OSHA Regulatory Status: This material is considered hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communications Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

CARCINOGENICITY – Category 1A SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE) – Category 2 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION – Category 1C SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/EYE IRRITATION – Category 1 SKIN SENSITIZATION – Category 1 May cause cancer by inhalation. Causes damage to lungs through prolonged or repeated exposure by inhalation.

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H318 - Causes serious eye damage H335 - May cause respiratory irritation H350 - May cause cancer (Inhalation) H350 - May cause cancer. H372 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary statements

P201 - Obtain special instructions before use. P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260 - Do not breathe dust. P264 - Wash hands, forearms, and exposed areas thoroughly after handling. P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection, eye protection. P301+P330+P331 - IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303+P361+P353+P352 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all hazard contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304+P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338 - If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P321 - Specific treatment (see Section 4). P333+P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362+P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P403+P233 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 - Store locked up. P501 - Dispose of contents/container according to local, regional, state, national, territorial, provincial, and international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Inhalation can cause serious, potentially irreversible lung/respiratory tract tissue damage due to chemical (caustic) burns, including third degree burns. Individuals with lung disease (e.g. bronchitis, emphysema, COPD, pulmonary disease) or sensitivity to hexavalent chromium can be aggravated by exposure. Unknown Acute Toxicity (GHS-US) Not available General Information: This product does contains carcinogens according to IARC, ACGIH, NTP and/or OSHA in concentrations of 0.1 percent or greater. Prolonged contact may result in chemical burns and permanent damage. Repeated or prolonged contact causes sensitization, asthma and eczemas. Read the entire SDS for a more thorough evaluation of the hazards.