General Information
Revision date
2018-01-15
Product name
Crystalline Silica in the form of Quartz - various grades
Product Synonyms
PG&E Sand, Utility Sand, Quartz, Crystalline Silica, Silicon Dioxide
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Building Materials, construction
Emergency telephone
510-638-7188
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
ARGENT MATERIALS
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H315, H317, H318, H335, H350, H372
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H315
Causes skin irritation
Section 2
Classification (GHS-US)
Skin Irrit. 2 H315 Eye Dam. 1 H318 Skin Sens. 1 H317 Carc. 1A H350 STOT SE 3 H335 STOT RE 1 H372
Hazard statements
see section 16 : H315-Causes skin irritation. H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction. H318-Causes serious eye damage. H335-May cause respiratory irritation H350-May cause cancer. H372-Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
2.2 Label elements
GHS-US Labeling
Signal word
Danger
Precautionary statements
P202-Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260-Do not breathe dust. P264—Wash hands, forearms, and other exposed areas thoroughly after handling P270-Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271-Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272-Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. P280-Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection. P302+P352-If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340-If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338-If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308+P313-If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P314-Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P321-Specific treatment (see section 4 on this SDS). P333+P313-If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention P362+p364-Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P403+P233-Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P501-Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, territorial , provincial, and international regulations.
2.3 Other hazards
Exposure may aggravate those with pre-existing eye, skin, or respiratory conditions. Repeated or prolonged exposure to respirable (airborne) crystalline silica dust will cause lung damage in the form of silicosis. Symptoms will include progressively more difficult breathing, cough, fever, and weight loss.
Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity
No Data Available
