Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Possibility of hazardous
reactions
Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Conditions to avoid
None known.
Incompatible materials
None known.
Hazardous decomposition
products
Above 1472°F (800°C) limestone (CaCO3) can decompose to lime (CaO) and release carbon
dioxide (CO2).
11. Toxicological information
Information on likely routes of exposure
Ingestion
May cause discomfort if swallowed.
Inhalation
Airborne dust may irritate throat and upper respiratory system causing coughing.
Skin contact
May cause allergic skin reactions especially in individuals with pre-existing skin disease such as
eczema. (See Section 16).
Eye contac
t
Airborne dust may cause mechanical eye irritation.
Symptoms related to the
physical, chemical and
toxicological characteristics
Dust may irritate eyes and mucous membranes of the nose, throat and upper respiratory system
causing sneezing and/or coughing.
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicit
y
Not expected to be a hazard under normal conditions of intended use.
Skin corrosion/irritation
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause drying, cracking, or irritation.
Serious eye damage/eye
irritation
Direct contact with eyes may cause temporary irritation.
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Respiratory sensitization
Not a respiratory sensitizer.
Skin sensitization
The product contains a small amount of sensitizing substance which may provoke an allergic
reaction among sensitive individuals after repeated contact.
For detailed information, see section 16.
Germ cell mutagenicity
Data does not suggest that this product or any components present at greater than 0.1% are
mutagenic or genotoxic.
Carcinogenicit
y
This product is not expected to increase the risk of cancer.
IARC Monographs. Overall Evaluation of Carcinogenicity
Attapulgite (CAS 12174-11-7) 2B Possibly carcinogenic to humans.
3 Not classifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans.
Reproductive toxicity
Not expected to be a reproductive hazard.
Specific target organ toxicity -
single exposure
No data available, but none expected.
Specific target organ toxicity -
repeated exposure
Not classified.
Aspiration hazard
Not an aspiration hazard.
Chronic effects
Prolonged exposure may cause chronic effects. For detailed information, see section 16.
12. Ecological information
Ecotoxicity
The product is not classified as environmentally hazardous. However, this does not exclude the
possibility that large or frequent spills can have a harmful or damaging effect on the environment.
Persistence and degradability
No data available.
Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulation is not expected.
Mobility in soil
No data available.
Other adverse effects
None expected.
13. Disposal considerations
Disposal instructions
Dispose in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Recycle responsibly.
Local disposal regulations
Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
Hazardous waste code
Not regulated.
Waste from residues / unused
products
Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
SHEETROCK® Brand Lightweight All Purpose Joint Compound with Dust Control SDS US
918466 Version #: 01 Revision date: - Issue date: 04-February-2014
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