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SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA

Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation? Yes Skin? Yes Eye? Yes Ingestion? Yes

Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic): Inhalation of dust may cause sneezing,

coughing, and nose irritation.

Excessive exposure above 1mg/m

can give mild pulmonary irritation. The

abrasiveness of the material may cause skin irritation and eye irritation. The

material may cause mild irritation of the gastrointestinal tract.

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure:

Inhalation: Excessive sneezing or coughing.

Eye Contact: Mild irritation.

Skin Contact: Dryness and/or mild irritation.

Ingestion: Mild irritation. Not absorbed by the body.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing chronic

respiratory, skin, or eye diseases may be aggravated. Smoking aggravates the

effects of exposure.

Emergency and First Aid Procedures: For the material in eyes and skin contact,

wash/flush immediately with plenty of water. If irritation persists, seek medical

attention. For gross inhalation, remove person immediately to fresh air, give

artificial respiration as needed, and seek medical attention as needed. If a large

amount of the material is ingested, and the person is conscious, give large

quantities of water to induce vomiting and seek medical attention.

SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE

Steps to be taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled:

Spills: For powdered materials, use dustless methods (vacuum) and place into

closable container for disposal. Avoid contact with acids. Do not flush into

drains. In case of an accidental major discharge into drains, flush with copious

amounts of water to dilute any acidic conditions which may prevail.

Waste Disposal Method:

Dispose in accordance with Federal, State, and Local regulations. It should not

be washed into wastewater or drains. It should not be disposed of where there

is a risk of contact with acids.

Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storing:

Do not mix with acids. Avoid breakage of bagged material or spills of bulk

material. Store the material in a cool, dry area.