Ceramic Tile

Hazard statements (CLP)

H335, H350, H372

Code

Statements

H335

May cause respiratory irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification Tile products are mixtures of predominantly clays, silica sand, and other natural occurring minerals that have been mixed with water and fired in a high temperature kiln. The finished, fired tiles are odorless, stable, non-flammable, and pose no immediate hazard to health. Respiratory, hand and eye protection may be needed to prevent excess exposure to airborne particulates if dust is produced by cutting tiles during installation or if dust is produced by any other operations, including demolition/removal projects. Emergency Overview: Danger! Lung injury and Cancer Hazard

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Global Harmonized Standard Classification) Carcinogenicity Category 1A (H350) Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation - Category 3 (H335) Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure - Category 1A (H372) GHS Label, Hazards and Precautionary Statements

Hazard pictograms

Crystalline Silica: Category 3 (Respiratory tract irritation) (H335) Categories 1A(Carcinogenicity)(H372) Label Signal Word: Danger

Hazard statements

H350) May cause CANCER (inhalation) (H335) May cause respiratory irritation (H372) Causes damage to organs (lung/respiratory) through prolonged or repeated exposure (inhalation) 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (CONT)

Precautionary statements

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. (P202) Do not breathe dust/spray. (P260 + P261) Wash skin thoroughly after handling. (P264) Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. (P270) Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection. (P280)

Potential health effects

Inhalation: Do not breathe dust. See “Health Hazards” in Section 11 for more details.