Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
68855-54-9
Name of the chemical
diatomaceous earth, soda ash flux-calcined
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
14464-46-1
Name of the chemical
Cristobalit (s. u. TRGS 906)
Concentration
35-50
General Information
Version
6
Revision date
2025-12-18
Product name
Infusorial Earth
Product Synonyms
Siliceous earth; Diatomaceous earth; Diatomaceous silica
CAS No.
68855-54-9
Manufacturer Name
Fisher Scientific
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H350, H372
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H350
May cause cancer
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May cause cancer Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 1 Target Organs - Lungs.
