MSDS

MATERIAL SAFETY
DATA SHEET
HTH DE FILTER AID
REVISION DATE : 09/27/2010 Page 3 of 12
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CAS OR CHEMICAL NAME CAS # % RANGE
DIATOMITE, FLUX CALCINED 68855-54-9 - 100
MAY CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING FORMS OF
SILICON DIOXIDE:
CRISTOBALITE (SIO2) 14464-46-1
QUARTZ (SIO2) 14808-60-7
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: IF INHALED: Remove individual to fresh air. Seek medical attention if breathing
becomes difficult or if respiratory irritation develops. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. Call for medical assistance.
Skin Contact: IF ON SKIN: Flush skin with water for 15 minutes. Take off all contaminated
clothing. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
Eye Contact: IF IN EYES: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical
attention if irritation develops.
Ingestion: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately drink water to dilute. Seek medical attention if
symptoms develop. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammability Summary (OSHA): Product is not known to be flammable, combustible or pyrophoric.
Flammable Properties
Flash Point: Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Fire / Explosion Hazards: Material will not ignite or burn.
Extinguishing Media: Not Applicable. - Choose extinguishing media suitable for
surrounding materials.
Fire Fighting Instructions: In case of fire, use normal fire-fighting equipment and the personal
protective equipment recommended in Section 8 to include a NIOSH
approved self-contained breathing apparatus.