EdgeCrete

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Silica, Portland cement Carcinogen – Category 1A Skin Corrosion – Category 1B Skin Sensitization – Category 1B Specific Target Organ Toxicity Repeat Exposure – Category 1 Specific Target Organ Toxicity: Single Exposure – Category 3

Signal word

DANGER! Danger

Hazard statements

May cause cancer through chronic inhalation Causes severe skin burns and serious eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes damage to lungs through prolonged or repeated inhalation May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear impervious gloves, such as nitrile. Wear eye protection, and protective clothing. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe dust. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If on skin (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. Rinse skin or hair with water. If significant skin irritation or rash occurs: get medical advice or attention. Immediately seek medical advice or attention if symptoms are significant or persist. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Dispose of contents/containers in accordance with all regulations.

Additional information

The Portland cement in this product can cause serious, potentially irreversible damage to skin, eye, respiratory and digestive tracts due to chemical (caustic) burns. Burns from Portland cement may not cause immediate pain or discomfort. You cannot rely on pain to alert you to cement burns. Therefore precautions must be taken to prevent all contact with Portland cement. Cement burns can become worse even after contact has ended. If there is contact with this product, immediately remove all product from body and thoroughly rinse with water. If you experience or suspect a cement burn or inflammation you should immediately see a health care professional. Skin burns and irritation may be caused by brief exposure. Interaction of Portland cement with water or sweat releases a caustic solution which produces the burns or irritation. Any extended exposure should be treated as though a burn has occurred until determined otherwise. Skin contact with Portland cement can also cause inflammation of the skin, called dermatitis. Signs and symptoms can include itching, redness, swelling, blisters, scaling, and other changes in the normal condition of the skin. Signs and symptoms of burns include the above and whitening, yellowing, blackening, peeling or cracking of skin. The Portland cement in this product may cause allergic contact dermatitis in sensitized individuals. This overreaction of the immune system can lead to severe inflammation. Sensitization may result from a single exposure to the low levels of Cr(VI) in Portland cement or repeated exposures over months or years. Sensitization is long lasting and, after sensitization, even very small quantities can trigger the dermatitis. Sensitization is uncommon. Individuals, who experience skin problems, including seemingly minor ones, are advised to seek medical attention. Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS) may cause cancer. Sand and gravel contains varying quantities of quartz (Crystalline Silica). Sand and gravel may be subjected to various natural or mechanical forces that produce small particles (dust) which may contain Respirable Crystalline Silica (particles less than 10 micrometers in aerodynamic diameter). Repeated inhalation of Respirable Crystalline Silica (quartz) may cause lung cancer according to IARC and NTP; ACGIH states that it is a suspected cause of cancer.

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable Unknown Acute Toxicity: None

WHMIS Classification

Class D2B – Skin/Eye Irritant Class D2A – Chronic Toxic Effects – Carcinogen Class E – Corrosive Material

2.2 Label elements

According To WHMIS