MSDS

Material Safety Data Sheet
Date of issue
09/23/10
Product name
Sweeping Compound
Product code
HDSWEEP
Supersedes
06/21/07
Emergency Telephone Numbers
For MSDS Information:
Compliance Services 404-352-1680
For Medical Emergency
[phone] Toll Free - All Calls Recorded
For Transportation Emergency
CHEMTREC: [phone] - All Calls Recorded
In the District of Columbia [phone]
Prepared By
Compliance Services
1420 Seaboard Industrial Blvd.
Atlanta, GA 30318
Zep Commercial Sales & Service
A unit of Zep Inc.
1310 Seaboard Industrial Blvd.
Atlanta, GA 30318
1-888-805-HELP (4357)
www.ze
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commercial.com
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Emergency overview
CAUTION
CAUSES EYE IRRITATION.
Contains material which can cause cancer.
*Hazard Determination System (HDS): Health, Flammability, Reactivity
Acute Effects
Eyes
Skin
Inhalation
Ingestion
Routes of Entry
Inhalation.
Causes eye irritation. Dust may cause mechanical irritation to eye. Inflammation of the eye is
characterized by redness, watering and itching.
N
o known acute effects of this product resulting from skin contact.
Inhalation not likely under normal use conditions. Avoid breathing dust.
N
o data on acute toxicity of the product when ingested.
NOTE: MSDS data pertains to the product as delivered in the original shipping container(s). Risk of adverse effects are lessened by following all
prescribed safety precautions, including the use of proper personal protective equipment.
Carcinogenicity Contains material which can cause cancer. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of
exposure.
Contains crystalline silica, which may cause lung disease and/or cancer. Repeated inhalation of
dust can produce varying degrees of respiratory irritation or lung damage. Prolonged or repeated
contact may dry skin and cause irritation.
Additional Information: See Toxicological Information (Section 11)
Section 2. Hazards Identification
10 0
Name of Hazardous Ingredients CAS number % by Weight
PARAFFIN OIL; blend of heavy and light naphthenic petroleum distillate 64742-52-5 1 - 10
CRYSTALLINE SILICA-QUARTZ; silicon dioxide; flint; chalcedony 14808-60-7 <1
Section 3. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Eye Contact
Skin Contact
Inhalation
Ingestion
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Check for and
remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
Wash with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Move exposed person to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. If irritation persists, get medical attention.
Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. If vomiting occurs, the head should be
kept low so that vomit does not enter the lungs. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get
medical attention immediately.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
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