SA F E T Y D A T A SH E E T SIL IC A G E L (S E L F IN D IC A T IN G )

1. I D E N T I FI C A TI O N O F TH E S U B ST A N C E/P R EP A R A TI O N A N D TH E C O M P A N Y :

PR O DU CT NA M E : P A R T N o .: S U P PL IE R :

SILICA GEL (SELF INDICATING) RM233 J M Loveridge plc Southbrook Road, Southampton Hampshire SO15 1BH Tel: 023 8022 2008 Fax: 023 8022 2117

2. C O M P O S IT IO N /I N F O R M A TI O N O N IN G R E D I EN TS :

C O M P O SI T IO N C O M M E N TS :

Contains amorphous silica and iron compounds (~5%) as indicating agent.

3. H A ZA R D S ID EN T IF I C A TI O N :

Not regarded as a health hazard under current legislation. The material is very absorbent and may have a drying effect on skin and eyes. May contain minimal amounts of inhalable amorphous silica. Inhalation of dust may cause transient irritation to the respiratory system.

4. F I R S T A ID M EA S U R ES :

G E NE R AL : IN H A LA T IO N : IN G E ST I O N :

IN ALL CASES OF DOUBT OR WHEN SYMPTOMS PERSIST, ALWAYS SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION Remove affected person from exposure, rest and keep warm. If recovery not rapid or complete seek medical attention. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. In case of spontaneous vomiting, be sure that vomit can freely drain because of danger of suffocation. Only when conscious, rinse mouth with plenty of water and give plenty of water to drink - (approx 500ml). Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with plenty of soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eye lids. Get medical attention immediately. Continue to rinse.

S K IN : E YE S :

5. F I R E FI G H TI N G M E A S U R E S :

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E X T IN G U IS H IN G M E D I A :
Non combustible or flammable and normally not a fire risk.

6. A C C I D EN TA L R E LE A S E M E A S U R E S:

P E R S O N A L P R E C A U TI O N I N S P IL L : S P IL L C L E A N U P M E T H O D S:

Avoid breathing dust. Vacuum or wet-sweep and place into a suitable closable, labelled container for disposal.

7. H A N D LI N G A N D S T O R A G E :

U S A G E P R E C A U T IO N S :

HANDLING - Product should be used in accordance with good industrial principles for handling and storing of hazardous chemicals. Minimise creation of air-borne dust by application of good occupational hygiene principles, appropriate control measures and extraction techniques. Avoid contact with skin or eyes. In (original) container securely sealed to avoid dusting.

S TO R A G E P R E C A U T IO N S :

8. E X PO S U R E C O N T R O LS A N D P ER S O N A L PR O TEC TI O N :
INGREDIENT NAME: SILICA GEL (SELF INDICATING) CAS No.: STD OES LT EXP 8 Hrs 6 mg/m3 ST EXP 15 Min

IN G R ED IE N T C O M M E N T S : V E N TI L A T I O N : R E S P IR A T O R S: P R O TE C T IV E G L O V ES : E Y E P R O T EC T IO N : O T H E R P R O T E C T IO N : H Y G IE N IC W O R K P R A C T IC E S:

Above quoted limit refers to exposure for Silica (amorphous) as total inhalable dust, corresponding value for respirable dust for same ref. period is 2.4 mg.m3. Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. If unable to control dust emissions below OES limits, an approved dust protection to P2 level of protection is recommended. For prolonged or repeated skin contact use suitable protective gloves. Use eye protection if eye contact is likely. Wear suitable personal protective equipment appropriate to the task. SKIN PROTECTION - apply barrier cream to hands and exposed skin. Regularly vacuum dust to minimise the potential of air-borne exposure.

9. P H Y S I C A L A N D C H EM I C A L PR O P E R TI E S :

A P P EA R A N C E : C O LO U R : D E N SI T Y /S PE C I FIC G R A V I TY (g/ m l): S O L U B IL I TY D E S C R IP T I O N :

Amorphous or crystalline solid. Deep orange or amber.

B ul k de nsity: ~ 2 .50
Insoluble in water.

T em pera tu re (C ):

10. S T A BI LI T Y A N D R EA C TI V I TY :

S TA B IL I TY :

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11. T O X I C O LO G I C A L I N F O R M A TI O N :

IN H A LA T IO N : S K IN : E YE S : H E AL T H W AR NING S :

May cause transient irritation to the respiratory system. Non irritant on incidental contact. May cause transient eye irritation and discomfort. On (prolonged) contact may cause mild drying (and/or cracking) of skin and eye irritation. Inhalation of high concentration of dust may cause a mechanical overburdening of the respiratory system.

12. E C O L O G IC A L IN FO R M A T IO N :

E C O L O G IC A L IN F O R M A T IO N :

No specific data or information available regarding environmental impact. Insoluble in water, material will be separated at every filtration and sedimentation process.

13. D IS P O S A L C O N S I D E R A TI O N S :

D I S P O SA L M E T H O D S:

Via authorised/licenced waste disposal contractor to an approved waste disposal site, observing all local and national regulations.

14. T R A N SP O R T I N F O R M A T I O N :

G E NE R AL :

Not classified as hazardous for transport.

15. R EG U L A T O R Y IN F O R M A TI O N :

U K R E G U L A T O R Y R E F E R E N C E S:

Classification, Packaging and Labelling Regulations 1984. Chemicals (Hazard Information & Packaging) Regulations 1993. The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 1988. This product does not require classification, however the following is suggested for supply - Avoid breathing dust.

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16. O TH ER I N F O R M A T I O N :

IN F O R M A T IO N SO U R C E S: R E V IS IO N C O M M E N TS :

This product has been classified in accordance with CHIP3 regulations. Edition 01; Revised item(s):

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IS S U E D B Y : S D S N o .: DA T E : DIS CL AIM E R:
MK 419 12/07/02 The foregoing data has been compiled for safety information only and does not form part of any selling specification. Information contained in this Data Sheet is to the best of JMLs knowledge correct at the time of publication. Customers should always satisfy themselves, that the product which they have selected is entirely suitable for their purpose under their conditions of use and in compliance with current regulations. For any further information, please contact the supplier.

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