ComposiStone

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WARNING! Contact with wet or dry ComposiStone is dangerous and may cause severe skin irritation, chemical burns, as well as damage to human tissue, including eyes and other organs, in addition, breathing dust over a period of time may in some cases result in cancer and other diseases.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION — Category 1B SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION — Category 1 SKIN SENSITIZATION — Category 1B CARCINOGENICITY/INHALATION — Category 1A SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) [Respiratory tract irritation] — Category 3 (EXTENDED EXPOSURE) ) [Respiratory tract irritation] — Category 1

Signal word

DANGER! DANGER!

Hazard statements

May cause cancer through chronic inhalation Causes severe skin burns and serious eye damage May cause an allergic skin reaction Causes damage to lungs through prolonged or repeated inhalation May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements

Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear impervious gloves, such as nitrile. Wear eye protection, and protective clothing. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe dust. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If on skin (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. Rinse skin or hair with water. If significant skin irritation or rash occurs: get medical advice or attention. Immediately seek medical advice or attention if symptoms are significant or persist. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Dispose of contents/containers in accordance with all regulations.

Additional information

The Portland cement in this product can cause serious, potentially irreversible damage to skin, eye, respiratory and digestive tracts due to chemical (caustic) burns, including third degree burns. Burns from Portland cement may not cause immediate pain or discomfort. You cannot rely on pain to alert you to cement burns. Portland cement can cause dermatitis or sensitization. Therefore precautions must be taken to prevent all contact with Portland cement. Cement burns can become worse even after contact has ended. If there is contact with this product, immediately remove all product from body and thoroughly rinse with water. If you experience or suspect a cement burn or inflammation you should immediately see a health care professional. Skin burns and irritation may be caused by brief exposure, though often are caused by extended exposure of 15 minutes, an hour, or longer. Interaction of Portland cement with water or sweat releases a caustic solution which produces the burns or irritation. Any extended exposure should be treated as though a burn has occurred until determined otherwise. Skin contact with Portland cement can also cause inflammation of the skin, referred to as dermatitis. Signs and symptoms of dermatitis can include itching, redness, swelling, blisters, scaling, and other changes in the normal condition of the skin. Signs and symptoms of burns include the above and whitening, yellowing, blackening, peeling or cracking of skin. The Portland cement in this product may cause allergic contact dermatitis in sensitized individuals. This overreaction of the immune system can lead to severe inflammation. Sensitization may result from a single exposure to the low levels of Cr (VI) in Portland cement or repeated exposures over months or years. Sensitization is long lasting and, after sensitization, even very small quantities can trigger the dermatitis. Sensitization is uncommon. Individuals who experience skin problems, including seemingly minor ones, are advised to seek medical attention.

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable OSHA REGULATORY STATUS: (Complies with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200). Unknown Acute Toxicity: None

WHMIS Classification

Class D2B – Skin/Eye Irritant Class D2A – Chronic Toxic Effects – Carcinogen Class E – Corrosive Material