Vermiculite, All Grades - Uline Grades Grade 4, Grade 3, Grade 2, Grade 1

Hazard statements (CLP)

H316

Code

Statements

H316

Causes mild skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture Eye Irritant – Category 2 B Skin Irritation – Category 3 Respiratory Irritant

Product definition

Vermiculite (Exfoliated) - CAS# 1318-00-9

Signal word

Symbol(s) Hazard statement(s): May cause mild skin irritation. May cause eye irritation Respiratory Irritant.

Prevention

Treat as a nuisance dust. Avoid creating dust. Use adequate ventilation. NIOSH approved respirator or dust mask recommended. NIOSH approved dust goggles recommended.

Response

Flush eyes with clean water. Wash skin with mild soap and water. Remove to fresh air. Supplemental Instructions, based on route of entry

Principle Routes of Exposure

Skin contact: Repeated or prolonged contact may cause drying. Natural moisture can be easily restored with skin lotion. Skin absorption: N/A Eye contact: May irritate or injure eyes, mechanically 1 Inhalation Upper Respiratory Mechanical Irritant May aggravate pre-existing respiratory conditions. Long-term inhalation of respirable crystalline silica can cause disabling lung disease (silicosis). Ingestion: LD50 not established Sensitization: Non-sensitizing Emergency Overview: Fine particle size products represent inhalation hazards that can readily be controlled with appropriate dust protection equipment. Avoid processes that generate unnecessary dust.

Potential health effects

See above regarding long term exposure skin drying, silicosis and eye irritation

Other hazards which do not result in classification

N/A

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Eye Irritant – Category 2 B Skin Irritation – Category 3 Respiratory Irritant 2.2 Product Identifier: Vermiculite (Exfoliated) - CAS# 1318-00-9 Signal Word: WARNING Symbol(s): Hazard statement(s): May cause mild skin irritation. May cause eye irritation.