Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
14807-96-6
Name of the chemical
Talc
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
14808-60-7
Name of the chemical
Silica, crystalline
Concentration
0.1-1.0
General Information
Version
This safety data sheet was created pursuant to the requirements of Canada
Revision date
2025-12-18
Product name
Talc
Product Synonyms
Talcum; Soapstone (Powder/USP/Laboratory)
CAS No.
14807-96-6
Manufacturer Name
Fisher Scientific
Emergency telephone
1-800-234-7437, 800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements May cause cancer
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Storage
Store locked up
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