SDS

Safety Data Sheet
Complies with OSHA CFR 1910.1200
Portland Cement-based Waterproofing Coatings
Revision date: 18 AUG 2022 Page: 4/10
Version: 2.2 US/English
Section IV. First-Aid Measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
General advice:
First aid personnel should pay attention to their own safety. Remove contaminated clothing.
If inhaled:
After inhalation of dust, keep patient calm, remove to fresh air. If breathing difficulties occur, provide oxygen and obtain
medical attention. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If unconscious, place onto side position for transport.
If on skin:
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water and pH-neutral soap or mild detergent. Under no
circumstances should organic solvent be used. If irritation develops, seek medical attention.
If in eyes:
Wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open. Remove contact lenses if
applicable. Consult an eye specialist.
If swallowed:
Rinse mouth immediately and then drink plenty of water, seek medical attention. Do not induce vomiting unless told to by
a poison control center or doctor.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated inhalation.
This product contains crystalline silica. Prolonged or repeated inhalation of respirable silica from this product can cause
silicosis.
Skin Contact: 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. Pre-
cautions 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 seek medical help
Skin burns and irritation may be caused by brief exposure, though often are caused by extended exposure of 15 minutes,
1 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. After
sensitization, even a very small quantity can trigger the dermatitis. Sensitization is uncommon. Individuals who
experience skin problems, including seemingly minor ones, are advised to seek medical attention.
Eye Contact: Causes serious eye damage. Symptoms may include discomfort or pain, excess blinking and tear
production, with marked redness and swelling of the conjunctiva.