MSDS
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SHEETROCK® Topping Joint Compound Ready Mixed
MSDS #61-370-001
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^The weight percent for silica represents total quartz and not the respirable fraction.
SECTION 4
FIRST AID MEASURES
FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air. Leave the area of exposure and remain away until coughing and other symptoms
subside. Other measures are usually not necessary, however if conditions warrant, contact physician.
Eyes
In case of contact, do not rub or scratch your eyes. To prevent mechanical irritation, flush thoroughly
with water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, consult physician.
Skin
Wash with mild soap and water. If irritation persists, consult physician.
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.
Above 1450º C - decomposes to calcium oxide (CaO) and sulfur dioxide
(SO2).
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.