SDS

SDS No. GB-5002
Safety Data Sheet Ready Mix Joint Compounds
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Raw materials in this product contain respirable crystalline silica as an impurity. The OSHA PEL respirable crystalline silica has
been lowered to 0.05 mg/m3, effective June 23, 2016 with compliance dates of September 23, 2017 for construction and June
23, 2018 for general industry. Testing of this product and its constituents suggests that under normal conditions the expected
use of this product will not result in exposure to respirable crystalline silica that exceeds the OSHA PEL. Because every jobsite is
different, NGC cannot provide customers with any documentation that would exempt a customer from OSHA investigating the
customer’s jobsite for respirable silica. Actual exposures to respirable crystalline silica on a given jobsite must be determined by
workplace hygiene testing.
Inhalation Remove exposed individual to fresh air immediately. If breathing difficulty persists, seek medical attention.
Eye contact Do not rub or scratch eyes. Immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes.
Remove contact lenses (if applicable). Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin contact Flush and wash skin with soap and water. Utilize lotions to alleviate dryness if present. Seek medical
attention if irritation persists.
Ingestion This product is not expected to be hazardous and no harmful effects are expected upon ingestion of small
amounts. Larger amounts may cause abdominal discomfort or possible obstruction of the digestive tract.
Seek medical attention if problems persist.
Medical Conditions aggravated by exposure
Pre-existing upper respiratory and lung diseases such as, but not limited to, bronchitis, emphysema and asthma. Pre-existing skin
diseases such as, but not limited to, rashes and dermatitis.
Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, foam, water, or extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
Mixture poses no fire-related hazard.
Special hazards arising from the mixture
None known
Special Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters
A SCBA is recommended to limit exposures to combustion products when fighting any fire.
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
No special precautions required.
General recommendations:
Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment. (See Section 8)
Maintain proper ventilation.
Environmental precautions
This product does not present an ecological hazard to the environment.
Dispose of in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Shovel or scoop spilled material back into container for use, if possible, or disposal.
Maintain proper ventilation to minimize dust.
Avoid washing material down drains. This material will eventually set and can cause clogs.
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid breathing vapors when opening container.
Avoid breathing dust.
Minimize generation of dust.
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.
Section 4: First-Aid Measures
Section 5: Fire-Fighting Measures
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Section 7: Handling and Storage