Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
14808-60-7
Name of the chemical
Silica, crystalline
Concentration
98.7-99.9
EC/CAS
13463-67-7
Name of the chemical
Reaction mass of titanium dioxide and silver chloride
Concentration
<0.1
General Information
Product name
Silica Sand and Ground Silica
Product name
Silica Sand and Ground Silica
Identification on the label/Trade name
Sand and Ground Silica Sand (flour) sold under various names: ASTM TESTING SANDS •GLASS SAND • FLINT SILICA • DM-SERIES • F-SERIES • FOUNDRY SANDS • FJ-SERIES •H-SERIES • L-SERIES • N-SERIES • NJ SERIES • OK-SERIES • P-SERIES • T-SERIES •HYDRAULIC FRACING SANDS • MIN-U-SIL Fine Ground Silica • MYSTIC WHITE • 1 DRY •1 SPECIAL • PENN SAND • Q-ROK • SIL-CO-SIL Ground Silica • Supersil •MASON SAND • GS SERIES • PER-SPEC
Product Synonyms
Silicon Dioxide (SiO2). Sand, Silica Sand, Quartz, Crystalline Silica, Flint, Ground Silica (flour).White or tan sand or ground silica with no odor
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Main Applications (non-exhaustive list): abrasives, brick, ceramics, foundry castings, glass, grout, hydraulic frac (proppant) sand, mortar, paint and coatings, silicate chemistry, silicone rubber, thermoset plastics
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Producer
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) 2.1. EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: The U. S. Silica Company material is a white or tan sand, or ground sand. It is not flammable, combustible or explosive. It does not cause burns or severe skin or eye irritation. A single exposure will not result in serious adverse health effects. 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. Page 2 of 11
Potential health effects
2.3.1. Inhalation: a. Silicosis: Respirable crystalline silica (quartz) can cause silicosis, a fibrosis (scarring) of the lungs. Silicosis may be progressive; it may lead to disability and death. b. Lung Cancer: Crystalline silica (quartz) inhaled from occupational sources is classified as carcinogenic to humans. c. Tuberculosis: Silicosis increases the risk of tuberculosis. d. Autoimmune and Chronic Kidney Diseases: Some studies show excess numbers of cases of scleroderma, connective tissue disorders, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic kidney diseases and end-stage kidney disease in workers exposed to respirable crystalline silica. e. Non-Malignant Respiratory Diseases (other than silicosis): Some studies show an increased incidence in chronic bronchitis and emphysema in workers exposed to respirable crystalline silica. 2.3.2. Eye Contact: Crystalline silica (quartz) may cause abrasion of the cornea. 2.3.3. Skin Contact: Not applicable. 2.3.4. Ingestion: Not applicable.
Potential chronic health
The adverse health effects -- silicosis, lung cancer, autoimmune and chronic kidney diseases, tuberculosis, and non-malignant respiratory diseases-- are chronic effects. 2.3.6. Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Generally, there are no signs or symptoms of exposure to crystalline silica (quartz). 2.3.7. Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: The condition of individuals with lung disease (e.g., bronchitis, emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) can be aggravated by exposure. See Section 11, Toxicological Information, for additional detail on potential adverse health effects. Page 3 of 11
