MSDS
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SHEETROCK® Lightweight All Purpose Joint Compound
Ready Mixed Plus 3 with Dust Control
MSDS #61-362-001
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Ingestion
This product is not intended to be ingested or eaten. If gastric disturbance occurs, call physician.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS WHICH MAY BE AGGRAVATED: 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.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN: Treatment should be directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical condition.
SECTION 5
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Fire Hazards
None known
Extinguishing Media
Water or use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. See section 8.
Unusual Fire/ Explosion Hazards
None known
Hazardous Combustion Products
Above 800º C – limestone may decompose to calcium oxide (CaO) and
carbon dioxide (CO2). Above 175º C – polyvinyl acetate may decompose
to H2O, CO2, CO, and acetic acid, could produce vinyl acetate monomers.
Flash Point
Not Determined
Auto Ignition
Not Applicable
Method Used
Not Applicable
Flammability
Classification
Not Applicable
Upper Flammable Limit (UFL)
Not Determined
Lower Flammable Limit (LFL)
Not Determined
Rate of Burning
Not Applicable
SECTION 6
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
CONTAINMENT: No special precautions. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. See section 8.
CLEAN-UP: Use normal clean up procedures. No special precautions.
DISPOSAL: Follow all local, state, provincial and federal regulations. Never discharge large releases directly into
sewers or surface waters.
SECTION 7
HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Avoid dust contact with eyes and skin. Wear the appropriate eye and skin protection against dust (See
Section 8). Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid breathing dust. Wear the appropriate respiratory
protection against dust in poorly ventilated areas and if TLV is exceeded (see Sections 2 and 8). Use good safety and
industrial hygiene practices.
STORAGE: Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from sources of heat, moisture and incompatibilities (see
Section 10). Do not use if material has spoiled, i.e., there is a moldy appearance or an unpleasant odor. Close
container and discard properly. Keep tightly sealed following use.