MSDS

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• IDENTIFICATION
IDENTITY:
JT EATON KILLS BEDBUGS AND CRAWLING INSECTS POWDER
EPA Registration No.
56-67
GENERIC NAME: Natural Diatomaceous Earth
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Amorphous Silica
Manufacturer's Name:
J.T. EATON & CO., INC.
1393 East Highland Road
Twinsburg, Ohio 44087
Prepared by: Bart Baker Date Prepared: June 18, 2012
HMIS Rating:
Health: 1*
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: Dust Mask such as 3M 9900 or
equivalent. Goggles.
*Chronic Effects
Emergency Telephone Number: 1-800-664-9042 or
National Pesticide Telecommunications Network at 1-800-858-7378
Telephone Number for Information:
9 AM to 5 PM EST - 330-425-7801
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COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS CAS NUMBER % PEL and TLV (except as noted)
Natural Diatomaceous Earth (DE) -
Amorphous Silica 61790-53-2 100 DIATOMACEOUS EARTH (UNCALCINED)
6 mg/M
3
TOTAL DUST, MSHA
Common names: Diatomaceous silica, diatomite, 10 mg/M
3
TOTAL DUST, ACGIH
diatomaceous earth.
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• FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT (Method Used) - NONFLAMMABLE
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: N/A LEL: N/A UEL: N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: N/A
NFPA Flammable/Combustible Liquid Classification: N/A
AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE: N/A
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: None.
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None.
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• HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
SUMMARY: Prolonged and repeated exposure to excessive concen-
trations of this product’s dust, or any nuisance dust, can cause
CHRONIC pulmonary disease. Dust contact with eyes may cause
temporary scratchiness or redness. This product has not been
classified as a carcinogen by NTP or IARC.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing
upper respirato
ry and lung disease such as, but not limited to
bronchitis, emphysema and asthma.
TARGET ORGANS(S): Lungs, eyes.
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS: Transitory upper respiratory or eye
irritation.
JT EATON KILLS BEDBUGS AND CRAWLING
INSECT S POWDER
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS: Prolonged and repeated exposures to
excessive concentrations of product dust, in excess of the PEL/TLV, can
cause chronic pulmonary disease.
PRIMARY ENTRY ROUTES: Inhalation, dust contact with eyes.
INHALATION: Irritation and soreness in throat and nose. In extreme
exposures some congestion may occur.
EYES: Temporary irritation or in
flammation.
SKIN CONTACT: N/A
SKIN ABSORPTION: N/A
INGESTION: Not hazardous when ingested.
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• FIRST AID MEASURES
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air, Drink water to clear throat and blow
nose to evacuate dust.
EYES: Temporary irritation or inflammation.
SKIN CONTACT: N/A
SKIN ABSORPTION: N/A
INGESTION: N/A
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• ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PROCEDURES FOR SPILL/LEAK: Vacuum clean dust with equipment fitted with
HEPA filter. Us a dust suppressant such as water if sweeping is necessary.
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• HANDLING AND STORAGE
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid breathing dust, avoid
contact with eyes. Seal broken bags immediately. Continue to follow all
MSDS/LABEL warnings when handling empty containers.