Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
14808-60-7
Name of the chemical
Silica, crystalline
Concentration
0.8-1.3
General Information
Revision date
2025-12-08
Product name
VANSIL W-40 In case of emergency
Product Synonyms
Wollastonite
Chemical name
Calcium silicate mineral (calcium metasilicate)
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Ceramic additive
Emergency telephone
1-203-295-2140
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Vanderbilt Minerals, LLC
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
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May cause cancer. (inhalation) Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. (respiratory tract) (inhalation)
Precautionary statements
Read label before use. Keep out of reach of children. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. Avoid excessive dust generation. Avoid breathing dust. Use only with adequate ventilation.
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use. Wear protective gloves. Wear protective clothing. Wear eye or face protection Recommended splash goggles. Do not breathe dust. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention.
Storage
Store locked up. Store in a dry place.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.
2.3 Other hazards
May cause mechanical eye or skin irritation in high concentrations. Product may become slippery when wet. Wollastonite is a naturally occurring mineral which may contain impurities in its natural form. Vanderbilt Minerals, LLC specifically tests its wollastonite ore to ensure there is no detectible asbestos. The detection limit for these tests is 0.006%.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE) - Category 1
