Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
14808-60-7
Name of the chemical
Silica, crystalline
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2013-05-01
Product name
BIRM
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Filter media
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Northern Filter Media
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview: Granulated powder, airborne dust particles are harmful and irritating to respiratory tract. Contact with eyes may cause irritation. Silica crystalline quart indicates carcinogenic classification – NTP: anticipated carcinogen, IARC Monographs: Group 1. “Carcinogenic to Humans”. Hazard symbols Xn.
Hazard statements
R20. 36/37. 40
Potential health effects
INHALATION: May cause breathlessness, wheezing, coughing and sputum production. Pulmonary function may be reduced by inhalation of respirable crystalline silica. SKIN: None expected, however prolonged contact may cause irritation. EYES: Contact may cause irritation. INGESTION: May cause gastric distress, stomach pains, vomiting and diarrhea. CARCENOGENICITY: Silica crystalline quart indicates carcinogenic classification – NTP: anticipated carcinogen, IARC Monographs: Group 1. “Carcinogenic to Humans”.
