OMEGABOND 400 Air Set Cement

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA This MSDS contains information and recommendations based upon our present knowledge and data believed to be reliable. All data shown here are subject to reasonable variation and are *Emergency Overview: This material is non-flammable and when handled using appropriate supplied as an accommodation to the buyer. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for personal protection equipment presents no health hazard. When disposed of properly it any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship. presents no hazard to the environment. This MSDS applies only to the product in its “as manufactured” state, since the application to which the product is subjected may change its characteristics. The buyer is responsible for

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determining the safety, toxicity, and suitability of the product under the conditions of their use of Health 2 the product. Buyers also have the responsibility for insuring that the MSDS is available to their Flammability 0 employees, product users, and handlers.

Physical hazards

0 NAV = Not Available NE = Not Established NA = Not Applicable ND = Not Determined EV = Under Evaluation Personal Protection G The information contained herein is based upon data considered true and accurate. However, OMEGA makes no warranties, express or implied, as to the accuracy or adequacy of the information contained herein or the results

Potential chronic health

The adverse health effects - silicosis, lung cancer, autoimmune and to be obtained from the use thereof. This information is offered solely for the user's consideration, investigation chronic kidney diseases, tuberculosis, and non-malignant respiratory diseases - are chronic and verification. Since the use and conditions of use of this information and the material described herein are not effects. within the control of OMEGA, OMEGA assumes no responsibility for injury to the user or third persons. The material described herein is sold only pursuant to OMEGA's Terms and Conditions of Sale, including those limiting warranties and remedies contained herein, it is the responsibility of the user to determine whether any use LUNG CANCER: Crystalline Silica (Quartz) inhaled from occupational sources is classified as of this data and information is in accordance with applicable federal, state or local laws and regulations carcinogenic to humans. © Copyright 2012 OMEGA ENGINEERING, INC., ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 8 of 8 1 of 8 (CONT’D) SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION TUBERCULOSIS: Silicosis increases the risk of tuberculosis. Crystalline silica (quartz) is not a hazardous material for purposes of transportation under the AUTOIMMUNE AND CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASES: Some studies show excess numbers of US Department of Transportation Table of Hazardous Materials, 49 CFR 172.101. cases scleroderma, connective tissue disorders, lupus, rhemuatoid arthritis, chronic kidney DOT I.D. NO.: Not Regulated diseases and end stage kidney disease in workers exposed to respirable crystalline silica. DOT SHIPPING NAME: NA DOT HAZARD CLASS: Not Regulated NON-MALIGNANT RESPIRATORY DISEASES (OTHER THAN SILICOSIS): Some studies DOT LABEL: None show an increased incidence in chronic bronchitis and emphysema in workers exposed to OTHER: NA respirable crystalline silica. NMF CLASSIFICATION: High Temperature Bonding Mortar THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE: NE EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: Since this product is a mixture, there is no exposure limit SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION established for it. Hazardous components and their associated permissible exposure limits are listed in the section titled “Composition and Data on Components. Specific health hazards from the various ingredients include: Irritation or burns to eyes and stomach. U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS: TSCA Status: Components are included in the EPA Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) EYE: Pain, redness, and tearing Chemical Substances Inventory. SKIN: Itching or burning will occur with repeated or prolonged contact - May exacerbate SARA TITLE III: existing skin conditions. Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: None above detection limits. Section 311/312 (40 CFR 370) Hazardous Categories: Carcinogen, Irritant Section 313: Toxic categories (40 CFR 370) Toxic chemicals above "De Minimis" level are: There are no listed chemicals above detection limits in this compound. CERCLA: None SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES STATE REGULATIONS California Proposition 65 substances (components) known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity and subject to warning and discharge requirements under the “Safe Drinking Act of 1986”. EYE CONTACT: Check for and remove all contact lenses. Flush eyes immediately with water or Silica, Crystalline 14808-60-7 physiological saline for at least 15 minutes while lifting upper and lower lids. Do not use eye It has not been determined and cannot be ascertained that this product would not expose users ointment. Seek medical attention. to the listed chemicals at the very low levels prescribed in the regulations. Therefore, it is the INGESTION: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Give large quantities of water. Seek medical user's responsibility to determine if the percent of hazardous/carcinogenic ingredients listed attention immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. elsewhere in the MSDS comply with State of California regulations. INHALATION: Dust exposure. CANADA: This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required by CPR. SKIN CONTACT: Wash contact area thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated CANADA DSL Components included on inventory clothing. Launder before reuse. Seek medical attention if erythema develops. WHMIS HAZARD CLASS (ES) Class C, Division 2, Subdivision A Materials cause other toxic effects, very toxic material. WHMIS TRADE SECRET REGISTRY NUMBER(S): Not Applicable WHMIS SYMBOLS: Stylized T SECTION 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES EUROPEAN ECONOMIC COMMUNITY (EEC) EINECS Inventory: Components included on inventory AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: NA EEC SYMBOL(S): Irritant EINECS NO. 238-878-4 IARC Crystalline silica (quartz) is classified in IARC Group 1 EXPLOSION DATA: Not sensitive to mechanical impact or static discharge. TSCA No.: Crystalline sicilia (quartz) appears on the EPA TSCA inventory under the CAS No. EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: NA 14808-60-7 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: NA RCRA: Crystalline silica (quartz) is not classified as a hazardous waste under the resource FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: NA conservation and recovery act, or its regulations, 40 CFR 261 et seq. FLAMMABILITY: Not flammable in presence of open flame, sparks, excessive heat and static discharge. CERCLA: Crystalline silica (quartz) is not classified as a hazardous substance under regulations of the comprehensive environmental compensation and liability act (CERCLA), 40 CFR 302. FLAMMABLE LIMITS LEL: NA EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT TO KNOW ACT (SARA TITLE III): FLAMMABLE LIMITS UEL: NA Crystalline silica (quartz) is not an extremely hazardous substance under section 302 and is not FLASHPOINT: NA a toxic chemical subject to the requirements of section 313. 2 of 8 7 of 8 SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (CONT’D) SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Skin Irritant: Yes CLEAN-UP PROCEDURE: Spill area may become slippery; use care to avoid falls. Flush spill D. Tuberculosis: Individuals with silicosis are at increased risk to develop pulmonary with plenty of water. For spill quantities greater than 100 gallons: isolate, dike and store tuberculosis, if exposed to persons with tuberculosis. The following may be consulted for further discharged material, if possible. Collect with dry sand, clay or other absorbent. Flush cleaned information Occupational Lung Disorders, Third Edition, Chapter 12, entitled “Silicosis and areas with water. Observe environmental regulations. Wear PPE - gloves, rubber boots, and Related Diseases.” Parkes, W. Raymond (1994); “Risk of Pulmonary Tuberculosis Relative to safety glasses. Silicosis and Exposure to Silica Dust in South African Gold Miners,” Occup. Environ Med., Volume 55, pp. 496-502 (1998). E. Kidney Disease: Several studies have reported excess cases of kidney diseases, including end stage renal disease, among silica-exposed workers. For additional information on the SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE subject, the following may be consulted: “Kidney Disease and Silicosis”, Nephron, Volume 85, pp. 14-19 (2000). Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. F. Non-Malignant Respiratory Diseases: The reader is referred to section 3.5 of the NIOSH For industrial use only! special hazard review cited below, for information concerning the association between exposure May cause irritation. to crystalline silica and chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and small airways disease. There are Wear chemical splash goggles, gloves, and protective clothing. studies that disclose an association between dusts found in various mining operations and non- Wash thoroughly after handling. malignant respiratory diseases, particularly among smokers. It is unclear whether the observed

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. Always mix well associations exists only with underlying silicosis, only among smokers, or result from exposure before using. to mineral dusts generally (independent of the presence or absence of crystalline silica, or the Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. Always mix well associations exists only with underlying silicosis, only among smokers, or result from exposure before using. to mineral dusts generally (independent of the presence or absence of crystalline silica, or the

Precautionary statements

During Handling and Use Do not breathe dust. Keep airborne dust level of crystalline silica in dust). concentrations below permissable exposure limit (PEL). Do not rely on your sight to determine if dust is in the air. Respirable crystalline silica dust may be in the air without a visible dust cloud. Do not permit dust to collect on walls, floors, sills, ledges, machinery, or equipment. Maintain, During Handling and Use Do not breathe dust. Keep airborne dust level of crystalline silica in dust). concentrations below permissable exposure limit (PEL). Do not rely on your sight to determine if dust is in the air. Respirable crystalline silica dust may be in the air without a visible dust cloud. Do not permit dust to collect on walls, floors, sills, ledges, machinery, or equipment. Maintain, S22 Do not breathe dust. S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes Toxic S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical SILICA, CRYSTALLINE 14808-60-7 0.025 MG/M3 TWA 0.1 MG/M3 STEL <50% advice. S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves, and eye and face protection. S38 ALUMINA 1344-28-1 10 MG/M3 TWA NE STEL <10% In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. S7/8 Keep container SARA Rep. tightly closed and dry. NOTES: Exposure values shown for guidance only. Please follow applicable regulations.

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

clean, and fit test respirators in accordance with OSHA regulations. Maintain and test ventilation and dust collection equipment. Wash or vacuum clothing that has become dusty. AqUATIC TOXICITY: Sodium silicate solution has low toxicity (96-hr LD50=500-5,000mg/liter. The 96 hr TLM in mosquitofish is 2,320mg/liter. High pH (alkalinity) of undiluted material is SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION harmful to aquatic life. Crystalline silica (quartz) is not know to be an environmental hazard. Crystalline silica (quartz) is not know to be ecotoxic; i. e., there are no data that suggest that See Section 2 for the components that have limit values that require monitoring at the crystalline silica (quartz) is toxic to birds, fish, invertebrates, microorganisms, or plants. workplace.* This product contains encapsulated silica. By OSHA letter of interpretation, the silica is not considered respirable in either the cement paste form or cured cement form. However, if the SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS cured cement is polished, ground or chipped during the processing, handling or use, the silica may be released as an airborne respirable particle. In these instances appropriate personal protection equipment and local ventilation controls must be employed. GENERAL: The packaging and material may be landfilled; however, material should be Crystalline Silica (Quartz) - ACGIH TLV/TWA - 0.025 mg/m3 - NIOSH REL/TWA 0.025 mg/m3 covered to minimize generation of airborne dust. The OSHA PEL for crystalline silica as trydimite or cristobalite is one half of the OSHA PEL for RCRA: Crystalline silica (quartz) is not classified as a hazardous waste under the Resource crystalline silica (quartz). Conservation and Recovery Act, or its regulations, 40 CFR 261 et seq. EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses with side shields, chemical-type goggles, or face shield. WASTE DISPOSAL: Comply with federal, state, and local regulations. If approved, flush with Contact lenses should not be worn. water to chemical sewer. For large quantities, neutralize with dilute acid and landfill solids or RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: No special requirements under ordinary conditions of use and flush neutral liquid to sewer with plenty of water. with adequate ventilation. EUROPEAN COMMUNITY WASTE DISPOSAL KEY: Not known SKIN PROTECTION: Suitable protective gloves (neoprene, butyl rubber, or FKM). Clothing UNCLEANED PACKAGINGS: Disposal must be made according to official regulations. should be clean, long-sleeved workclothes. Synthetic apron. Boots. Wash thoroughly before eating, smoking, applying cosmetics, etc. Thoroughly launder work clothes before reuse. Safety shower nearby. VENTILATION: Normal ventilation for good working conditions should be used. OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Avoid floor spills. 6 of 8 3 of 8 SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (CONT’D) SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES A. Silicosis: The major concern is silicosis caused by the inhalation and retention of respirable % VOLATILE BY VOLUME: NA crystalline silica dust. Silicosis can exist in several forms, chronic (or ordinary), accelerated, or acute. clean, and fit test respirators in accordance with OSHA regulations. Maintain and test ventilation and dust collection equipment. Wash or vacuum clothing that has become dusty. AqUATIC TOXICITY: Sodium silicate solution has low toxicity (96-hr LD50=500-5,000mg/liter. The 96 hr TLM in mosquitofish is 2,320mg/liter. High pH (alkalinity) of undiluted material is SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION harmful to aquatic life. Crystalline silica (quartz) is not know to be an environmental hazard. Crystalline silica (quartz) is not know to be ecotoxic; i. e., there are no data that suggest that See Section 2 for the components that have limit values that require monitoring at the crystalline silica (quartz) is toxic to birds, fish, invertebrates, microorganisms, or plants. workplace.* This product contains encapsulated silica. By OSHA letter of interpretation, the silica is not considered respirable in either the cement paste form or cured cement form. However, if the SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS cured cement is polished, ground or chipped during the processing, handling or use, the silica may be released as an airborne respirable particle. In these instances appropriate personal protection equipment and local ventilation controls must be employed. GENERAL: The packaging and material may be landfilled; however, material should be Crystalline Silica (Quartz) - ACGIH TLV/TWA - 0.025 mg/m3 - NIOSH REL/TWA 0.025 mg/m3 covered to minimize generation of airborne dust. The OSHA PEL for crystalline silica as trydimite or cristobalite is one half of the OSHA PEL for RCRA: Crystalline silica (quartz) is not classified as a hazardous waste under the Resource crystalline silica (quartz). Conservation and Recovery Act, or its regulations, 40 CFR 261 et seq. EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses with side shields, chemical-type goggles, or face shield. WASTE DISPOSAL: Comply with federal, state, and local regulations. If approved, flush with Contact lenses should not be worn. water to chemical sewer. For large quantities, neutralize with dilute acid and landfill solids or RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: No special requirements under ordinary conditions of use and flush neutral liquid to sewer with plenty of water. with adequate ventilation. EUROPEAN COMMUNITY WASTE DISPOSAL KEY: Not known SKIN PROTECTION: Suitable protective gloves (neoprene, butyl rubber, or FKM). Clothing UNCLEANED PACKAGINGS: Disposal must be made according to official regulations. should be clean, long-sleeved workclothes. Synthetic apron. Boots. Wash thoroughly before eating, smoking, applying cosmetics, etc. Thoroughly launder work clothes before reuse. Safety shower nearby. VENTILATION: Normal ventilation for good working conditions should be used. OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Avoid floor spills. 6 of 8 3 of 8 SECTION 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (CONT’D) SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION TUBERCULOSIS: Silicosis increases the risk of tuberculosis. Crystalline silica (quartz) is not a hazardous material for purposes of transportation under the AUTOIMMUNE AND CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASES: Some studies show excess numbers of US Department of Transportation Table of Hazardous Materials, 49 CFR 172.101. cases scleroderma, connective tissue disorders, lupus, rhemuatoid arthritis, chronic kidney DOT I.D. NO.: Not Regulated diseases and end stage kidney disease in workers exposed to respirable crystalline silica. DOT SHIPPING NAME: NA DOT HAZARD CLASS: Not Regulated NON-MALIGNANT RESPIRATORY DISEASES (OTHER THAN SILICOSIS): Some studies DOT LABEL: None show an increased incidence in chronic bronchitis and emphysema in workers exposed to OTHER: NA respirable crystalline silica. NMF CLASSIFICATION: High Temperature Bonding Mortar THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE: NE EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: Since this product is a mixture, there is no exposure limit SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION established for it. Hazardous components and their associated permissible exposure limits are listed in the section titled “Composition and Data on Components. Specific health hazards from the various ingredients include: Irritation or burns to eyes and stomach. U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS: TSCA Status: Components are included in the EPA Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) EYE: Pain, redness, and tearing Chemical Substances Inventory. SKIN: Itching or burning will occur with repeated or prolonged contact - May exacerbate SARA TITLE III: existing skin conditions. Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: None above detection limits. Section 311/312 (40 CFR 370) Hazardous Categories: Carcinogen, Irritant Section 313: Toxic categories (40 CFR 370) Toxic chemicals above "De Minimis" level are: There are no listed chemicals above detection limits in this compound. CERCLA: None SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES STATE REGULATIONS California Proposition 65 substances (components) known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity and subject to warning and discharge requirements under the “Safe Drinking Act of 1986”. EYE CONTACT: Check for and remove all contact lenses. Flush eyes immediately with water or Silica, Crystalline 14808-60-7 physiological saline for at least 15 minutes while lifting upper and lower lids. Do not use eye It has not been determined and cannot be ascertained that this product would not expose users ointment. Seek medical attention. to the listed chemicals at the very low levels prescribed in the regulations. Therefore, it is the INGESTION: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Give large quantities of water. Seek medical user's responsibility to determine if the percent of hazardous/carcinogenic ingredients listed attention immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. elsewhere in the MSDS comply with State of California regulations. INHALATION: Dust exposure. CANADA: This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required by CPR. SKIN CONTACT: Wash contact area thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated CANADA DSL Components included on inventory clothing. Launder before reuse. Seek medical attention if erythema develops. WHMIS HAZARD CLASS (ES) Class C, Division 2, Subdivision A Materials cause other toxic effects, very toxic material. WHMIS TRADE SECRET REGISTRY NUMBER(S): Not Applicable WHMIS SYMBOLS: Stylized T SECTION 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES EUROPEAN ECONOMIC COMMUNITY (EEC) EINECS Inventory: Components included on inventory AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: NA EEC SYMBOL(S): Irritant EINECS NO. 238-878-4 IARC Crystalline silica (quartz) is classified in IARC Group 1 EXPLOSION DATA: Not sensitive to mechanical impact or static discharge. TSCA No.: Crystalline sicilia (quartz) appears on the EPA TSCA inventory under the CAS No. EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: NA 14808-60-7 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: NA RCRA: Crystalline silica (quartz) is not classified as a hazardous waste under the resource FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: NA conservation and recovery act, or its regulations, 40 CFR 261 et seq. FLAMMABILITY: Not flammable in presence of open flame, sparks, excessive heat and static discharge. CERCLA: Crystalline silica (quartz) is not classified as a hazardous substance under regulations of the comprehensive environmental compensation and liability act (CERCLA), 40 CFR 302. FLAMMABLE LIMITS LEL: NA EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY RIGHT TO KNOW ACT (SARA TITLE III): FLAMMABLE LIMITS UEL: NA Crystalline silica (quartz) is not an extremely hazardous substance under section 302 and is not FLASHPOINT: NA a toxic chemical subject to the requirements of section 313. 2 of 8 7 of 8 SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION (CONT’D) SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION CLEAN AIR ACT: Crystalline silica (quartz) used by Omega Engineering, Inc. is not processed PRODUCT NAME: OMEGABOND® 400 Air Set Cement with or does not contain any Class I or Class II ozone depleting substances. SUPPLIER: FDA: Silica is included in the list of substances that may be included in coatings used in food OMEGA Engineering, Inc. ADDRESS: contact surfaces, 21 CFR 175.300(b) (3) (xxvi). PO Box 4047 NTP: Respirable crystalline silica, primarily quartz dusts occurring in industrial and occupational TELEPHONE: settings, is classified as know to a human carcinogen. (203) 359-1660 OSHA CARCINOGEN: Crystalline silica (quartz) is not listed ITEM NUMBER: CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 "WARNING This product contains a chemical, crystalline ITEM DESCRIPTION: Electric Resistor Cement Powder silica known to the state of California and other state and regional authorities to cause cancer.

Appearance/Odor

Creamy, White paste, no appreciable odor. Chronic or Ordinary Silicosis: (Ofter refered to as Simple Silicosis) is the most common form of BOILING POINT: 212°F (100°C) silicosis, and can occur after many years of exposure to relatively low levels of airborne COEFFICIENT OF WATER/OIL DISTRIBUTION: NA respirable crystalline silica dust. It is further defined as either simple or complicated silicosis. EVAPORATION RATE: (N-Butyl Acetate =1) Less than 1 Simple silicosis is characterized by lung lesions (shown as radiographic opacities) less than 1 MELTING POINT: NA centimeter in diameter, primarily in the upper lung zones. Often, simple silicosis is not ODOR THRESHOLD: Not available associated with symptoms, detectable changes in lung function or disability. PH: 11.5 Simple silicosis may be progressive and may develop into complicated silicosis or progressive SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 2.01 massive fibrosis (PMF). Complicated silicosis or PMF is characterized by lung lesions (shown SOLUBILITY IN WATER: as radiographic opacities) greater than 1 centimeter in diameter. Although there may be no <80 symptoms associated with complicated silicosis or PMF, the symptoms, if present, are VAPOR DENSITY: (Air = 1): Same as water vapor. shortness of breath, wheezing, cough and sputum production. Complicated silicosis or PMF VAPOR PRESSURE: Vapor is water may be associated with decreased lung function and may be disabling. Advanced complicated silicosis or PMF may lead to death. Advanced complicated silicosis or PMF can result in heart disease secondary to the lung disease (cor pumonale). SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Accelerated Silicosis can occur with exposure to high concentrations of respirable crystalline silica over a relatively short period; the lung lesions can appear within five (5) years of initial CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Flammable hydrogen gas may be produced on prolonged contact exposure. Progression can be rapid. Accelerated silicosis in similar to chronic silicosis, except with metals such as aluminum, tin, lead, and zinc. that lung lesions appear earlier and progression is more rapid. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Not Known HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur. Acute Silicosis can occur with exposure to very high concentrations of respirable crystalline silica INCOMPATIBILITY: (Materials to avoid) Acids, salts, or alcohols may cause gel formation (non- over a relatively short period; sometimes as short as a few months. The symptoms of acute silicosis hazardous) include progressive shortness of breath, fever, cough, and weight loss. Acute silicosis is fatal. STABILITY: Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage. B. Cancer: IARC: The International Agency for Research and Cancer (“IARC”) concluded that there was “sufficient evidence in humans for the carcinogenicity of crystalline silica in the forms of quartz Creamy, White paste, no appreciable odor. Chronic or Ordinary Silicosis: (Ofter refered to as Simple Silicosis) is the most common form of BOILING POINT: 212°F (100°C) silicosis, and can occur after many years of exposure to relatively low levels of airborne COEFFICIENT OF WATER/OIL DISTRIBUTION: NA respirable crystalline silica dust. It is further defined as either simple or complicated silicosis. EVAPORATION RATE: (N-Butyl Acetate =1) Less than 1 Simple silicosis is characterized by lung lesions (shown as radiographic opacities) less than 1 MELTING POINT: NA centimeter in diameter, primarily in the upper lung zones. Often, simple silicosis is not ODOR THRESHOLD: Not available associated with symptoms, detectable changes in lung function or disability. PH: 11.5 Simple silicosis may be progressive and may develop into complicated silicosis or progressive SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 2.01 massive fibrosis (PMF). Complicated silicosis or PMF is characterized by lung lesions (shown SOLUBILITY IN WATER: as radiographic opacities) greater than 1 centimeter in diameter. Although there may be no <80 symptoms associated with complicated silicosis or PMF, the symptoms, if present, are VAPOR DENSITY: (Air = 1): Same as water vapor. shortness of breath, wheezing, cough and sputum production. Complicated silicosis or PMF VAPOR PRESSURE: Vapor is water may be associated with decreased lung function and may be disabling. Advanced complicated silicosis or PMF may lead to death. Advanced complicated silicosis or PMF can result in heart disease secondary to the lung disease (cor pumonale). SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Accelerated Silicosis can occur with exposure to high concentrations of respirable crystalline silica over a relatively short period; the lung lesions can appear within five (5) years of initial CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Flammable hydrogen gas may be produced on prolonged contact exposure. Progression can be rapid. Accelerated silicosis in similar to chronic silicosis, except with metals such as aluminum, tin, lead, and zinc. that lung lesions appear earlier and progression is more rapid. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Not Known HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur. Acute Silicosis can occur with exposure to very high concentrations of respirable crystalline silica INCOMPATIBILITY: (Materials to avoid) Acids, salts, or alcohols may cause gel formation (non- over a relatively short period; sometimes as short as a few months. The symptoms of acute silicosis hazardous) include progressive shortness of breath, fever, cough, and weight loss. Acute silicosis is fatal. STABILITY: Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage. B. Cancer: IARC: The International Agency for Research and Cancer (“IARC”) concluded that there was “sufficient evidence in humans for the carcinogenicity of crystalline silica in the forms of quartz

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

or cristobalite from occupational sources” and that there is “sufficient evidence in experimental animals for the carcinogenicity of quartz cristobalite.” The overall IARC evaluation was that “crystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz or cristobalite from occupational sources is ACGIH NOT AVAILABLE carcinogenic to humans (Group 1). The IRAC evaluation noted that “carcinogenicity was not IARC YES detected in all industrial circumstances studies. Carcinogenicity may be dependent on inherent EFFECTS OF ACUTE EXPOSURE: Refer to Section 3. characteristics of the crystalline silica or on external factors affecting its biological activity or EFFECTS OF CHRONIC EXPOSURE: Refer to Section 3. distribution of its polymorphs.” For further information on the IARC evaluation, see IARC MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: If not addressed in Section 3, the data is not available. Monographs on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risk to Humans, Volume 68, “Silica, Some REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY: If not addressed in Section 3, the data is not available Silicates...” (1997) or cristobalite from occupational sources” and that there is “sufficient evidence in experimental animals for the carcinogenicity of quartz cristobalite.” The overall IARC evaluation was that “crystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz or cristobalite from occupational sources is ACGIH NOT AVAILABLE carcinogenic to humans (Group 1). The IRAC evaluation noted that “carcinogenicity was not IARC YES detected in all industrial circumstances studies. Carcinogenicity may be dependent on inherent EFFECTS OF ACUTE EXPOSURE: Refer to Section 3. characteristics of the crystalline silica or on external factors affecting its biological activity or EFFECTS OF CHRONIC EXPOSURE: Refer to Section 3. distribution of its polymorphs.” For further information on the IARC evaluation, see IARC MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: If not addressed in Section 3, the data is not available. Monographs on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risk to Humans, Volume 68, “Silica, Some REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY: If not addressed in Section 3, the data is not available Silicates...” (1997)

Teratogenic Effects

If not addressed in Section 3, the data is not available NAME(S) OF TOXICOLOGICALLY SYNERGISTIC PRODUCTS AND EFFECTS: If not NPT: The National Toxicology Program, in its Ninth Annual Report on Carcinogens, classified addressed in Section 3, data is not available. “silica, crystalline (respirable)” as a know human carcinogen. If not addressed in Section 3, the data is not available NAME(S) OF TOXICOLOGICALLY SYNERGISTIC PRODUCTS AND EFFECTS: If not NPT: The National Toxicology Program, in its Ninth Annual Report on Carcinogens, classified addressed in Section 3, data is not available. “silica, crystalline (respirable)” as a know human carcinogen.

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Crystalline Silica (Quartz) is encapsulated in liquid as a paste OSHA: Crystalline Silica (Quartz) is not regulated by the US Occupational Safety and Health EYE IRRITANT: Yes Adminstration as a carcinogen. INGESTION IRRITANT: Yes INHALATION IRRITANT: Yes C. Autoimmune Diseases: Several studies have reported excess cases of several RESPIRATORY SENSITIZER: No autoimmune disorders - scleroderma, systemic lupus erytheamtosus, rheumatoid arthritis - The method of exposure to crystalline silica that can lead to the adverse health effects among silica-exposed workers. For a review of the subject, the following may be consulted: described on following page is inhalation. “Occupational Exposure to Crystalline Silica and Autoimmune Disease”, Environmental Health Perspectives, Volume 107, Supplement 5, pp. 793-803 (1999); “Occupational Scleroderma”. Current opinion in Rheumatology, Volume 11, pp. 490-494. (1999). 4 of 8 5 of 8 SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (CONT’D) SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES A. Silicosis: The major concern is silicosis caused by the inhalation and retention of respirable % VOLATILE BY VOLUME: NA crystalline silica dust. Silicosis can exist in several forms, chronic (or ordinary), accelerated, or acute. Crystalline Silica (Quartz) is encapsulated in liquid as a paste OSHA: Crystalline Silica (Quartz) is not regulated by the US Occupational Safety and Health EYE IRRITANT: Yes Adminstration as a carcinogen. INGESTION IRRITANT: Yes INHALATION IRRITANT: Yes C. Autoimmune Diseases: Several studies have reported excess cases of several RESPIRATORY SENSITIZER: No autoimmune disorders - scleroderma, systemic lupus erytheamtosus, rheumatoid arthritis - The method of exposure to crystalline silica that can lead to the adverse health effects among silica-exposed workers. For a review of the subject, the following may be consulted: described on following page is inhalation. “Occupational Exposure to Crystalline Silica and Autoimmune Disease”, Environmental Health Perspectives, Volume 107, Supplement 5, pp. 793-803 (1999); “Occupational Scleroderma”. Current opinion in Rheumatology, Volume 11, pp. 490-494. (1999). 4 of 8 5 of 8 SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (CONT’D) SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Skin Irritant: Yes CLEAN-UP PROCEDURE: Spill area may become slippery; use care to avoid falls. Flush spill D. Tuberculosis: Individuals with silicosis are at increased risk to develop pulmonary with plenty of water. For spill quantities greater than 100 gallons: isolate, dike and store tuberculosis, if exposed to persons with tuberculosis. The following may be consulted for further discharged material, if possible. Collect with dry sand, clay or other absorbent. Flush cleaned information Occupational Lung Disorders, Third Edition, Chapter 12, entitled “Silicosis and areas with water. Observe environmental regulations. Wear PPE - gloves, rubber boots, and Related Diseases.” Parkes, W. Raymond (1994); “Risk of Pulmonary Tuberculosis Relative to safety glasses. Silicosis and Exposure to Silica Dust in South African Gold Miners,” Occup. Environ Med., Volume 55, pp. 496-502 (1998). E. Kidney Disease: Several studies have reported excess cases of kidney diseases, including end stage renal disease, among silica-exposed workers. For additional information on the SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE subject, the following may be consulted: “Kidney Disease and Silicosis”, Nephron, Volume 85, pp. 14-19 (2000). Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. F. Non-Malignant Respiratory Diseases: The reader is referred to section 3.5 of the NIOSH For industrial use only! special hazard review cited below, for information concerning the association between exposure May cause irritation. to crystalline silica and chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and small airways disease. There are Wear chemical splash goggles, gloves, and protective clothing. studies that disclose an association between dusts found in various mining operations and non- Wash thoroughly after handling. malignant respiratory diseases, particularly among smokers. It is unclear whether the observed

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Electric Resistor Cement Powder OB-400 CALIFORNIA INHALATION REFERENCE EXPOSURE LEVEL (REL): California established a CHEMICAL FAMILY: Sodium Silicate Cement chronic REL of 3 ug for silica (crystalline, respirable). A chronic REL is an airborne level of a Revision Date: 01/19/12 substance at or below which no adverse health effects are anticipated in individuals indefinitely PRODUCT USE: High temperature bonding/adhesive compounds exposed to the substance at that level. MASSACHUSETTS TOXIC USE REDUCTION ACT: Silica, crystalline (respirable size, <10microns) is toxic for purposes of the Massachusetts Toxic Reduction Act. PENNSYLVANIA WORKER AND COMMUNITY RIGHT TO KNOW ACT: Quartz is a hazardous SECTION 2. COMPOSITION AND DATA ON COMPONENTS WITH LIMITS substance under the act, but it is not a special hazardous substance or an environmental hazardous substance. R36/37/38 EEC RISK PHRASES: Irritating to the eyes, respiratory system, and skin. R40 COMPONENT CAS # ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL % WT Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. R48/20 HARMFUL: Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation. ALUMINOSILICATE 1302-76-7 TWA 2 MG/M3 (AL) 10 MG/M3 <50%

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SECTION 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION This MSDS contains information and recommendations based upon our present knowledge and data believed to be reliable. All data shown here are subject to reasonable variation and are *Emergency Overview: This material is non-flammable and when handled using appropriate supplied as an accommodation to the buyer. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for personal protection equipment presents no health hazard. When disposed of properly it any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship. presents no hazard to the environment. This MSDS applies only to the product in its “as manufactured” state, since the application to which the product is subjected may change its characteristics. The buyer is responsible for *HMIS rating determining the safety, toxicity, and suitability of the product under the conditions of their use of Health 2 the product. Buyers also have the responsibility for insuring that the MSDS is available to their Flammability 0 employees, product users, and handlers. Physical Hazard 0 NAV = Not Available NE = Not Established NA = Not Applicable ND = Not Determined EV = Under Evaluation