SDS

SDS – Diatomaceous Earth Crawling Insect Killer Page 3
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
EXPOSURE LIMITS
OSHA PEL
ACGIH TLV
Supplier OEL
Chemical Name
ppm
mg/m3
ppm
mg/m3
ppm
mg/m3
Diatomaceous Earth (DE) (Uncalcined)
6
10
(total
dust)
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Adequate ventilation to keep dust level below PELs.
Eye Protection: Recommended: Safety glasses w/side shields
Skin Protection: No special protection
Respiratory Protection: No special protection required. Use with adequate ventilation.
When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Regular cleaning of equipment, work area and clothing is recommended.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Powder
Appearance and Odor: White, free-flowing, Odorless
pH: 7.5-9.0 (1% Solution)
Freezing Point: N/A
Boiling Point: N/A
Flash Point: N/A
Evaporation Rate: N/A
Flammability: N/A
Upper/Lower Explosive limits: N/A
Vapor Pressure: N/A
Vapor Density (20°C): N/A
Specific Gravity (Water=1): 2.2
Solubility: partially miscible in water/alcohol
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid dust generation. Avoid exposure to moisture.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products
should not be produced.
Incompatible Materials: Acids (specifically, Hydrofluoric Acid), Alkalis