China Clay (Polywhite B)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

1272/2008 Classification of the substance or mixture

Environmental hazards

The product is not expected to be hazardous to the environment Physical and Chemical Hazards This product should be handled with care to avoid dust generation

2.2 Label elements

Not Classified

2.3 Other hazards

This substance is not classified as PBT or vPvB according to current EU criteria.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This product should be handled with care to avoid dust generation. 2.2 Label elements Not Classified 2.3 Other hazards This substance is not classified as PBT or vPvB according to current EU criteria. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Name: KAOLIN Chemical Name: Hydrated aluminium silicate CAS: 1332‐58‐7 EC No.: 310‐194‐1 Classification EC 1272/2008: Not classified REACH Registration notes: Exempted in accordance with Annex V.7 Ingredient notes: This product is 100% Kaolin, which is a UVCB substance sub‐type 4. Composition comments: This product contains less than 1% quartz (fine fraction) Quartz: CAS‐No.: 14808‐60‐7, EC No.: 238‐878‐4. 4. FIRST AID MEASURES 4.1 Description of first aid measures General information No acute and delayed symptoms and effects are observed. Consult a physician for all exposures except for minor instances. Inhalation Move affected person to fresh air and keep warm and at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. Skin contact No special first aid measures necessary. Eye contact Do not rub eye. Rinse with copious quantities of water and seek medical attention if irritation persists. Ingestion No special treatment required. Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. 4.2 Most import symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed The severity of the symptoms described will vary dependent on the concentration and the length of exposure. 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Notes for the doctor No specific recommendations. 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 5.1 Extinguishing Media Suitable extinguishing media: The product is non‐combustible. No specific extinguishing media is needed. Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire. Unsuitable extinguishing media: No restriction on the extinguishing media to be used. 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Specific hazards: Non‐combustible. No hazardous thermal decomposition. 5.3 Advice for fire‐fighters Special Fire Fighting Procedures: No specific fire‐fighting protection is required. Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire. Product on floor when wetted will become slippery and may present a hazard; wear anti‐slip boots. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Avoid airborne dust generation, wear personal protective equipment in compliance with national legislation. 6.2 Environmental precautions Do not discharge into drains or watercourses or onto the ground. 6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Avoid dry sweeping and use water spraying or vacuum cleaning systems to prevent airborne dust generation. Alternatively shovel into bags.