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EC/CAS
1309-48-4
Name of the chemical
magnesium oxide
Concentration
>89 1305-788 <4
General Information
Revision date
2025-08-08
Product name
Construction Quicklime (CQL)
Product Synonyms
HiCal Quicklime, Hot Lime, Lime, Pebble Lime, Lime Fines, Rice Lime, Cal 85, Hi Cal Quicklime - Small Pebble, Hi Cal Quicklime Fines, Hot Lime, Quicklime Fines, CQL, Pulverized Quicklime, PQL
CAS No.
1309-48-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Water treatment, caustic agent, pH adjustment, acid gas absorption, construction
Emergency telephone
(800) 255-3924
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Company Information
company name
Mintek Resources
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H315, H318, H335
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H315
Causes skin irritation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification
Physical hazards
None
Health hazards
Skin Irritation Category 2 Eye Damage Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Single Exposure Category 3 Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Repeated Exposure Category 1
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Causes serious eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause cancer through inhalation. Causes damage to lungs through prolonged or repeated exposure by inhalation. Reacts violently with water, releasing heat which can ignite combustible materials.
Precautionary statements
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep container tightly closed Do not breathe dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves, clothing and eye protection Do not use water on material spills.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Physical Hazards None Health Hazards Skin Irritation Category 2 Eye Damage Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Single Exposure Category 3 Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Repeated Exposure