Durock Cement Board (with or without EdgeGuard)

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation

Environmental hazards

Not classified. OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause cancer. May cause respiratory irritation.

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. Avoid breathing dust. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace.

Response

If exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention. If inhaled Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call poison center/doctor.

Storage

Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

Disposal

Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

Not applicable.