Material Safety Data Sheet
MSDS-3
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Product Identification3
Group 1 Synonym: Alumina Fiber Product, Alumina Insulation
Product Types: BusterA , Buster Blanket and Mat, Buster CementMolecular Formula: Al2O3 SiO2 Group 2 Synonym: Alumina Fiber Product, Alumina Insulation
Product Types: BusterM, Buster Alumina PaperMolecular Formula: Al2O3 SiO2 Group 3 Synonym: Alumina Cement, Alumina Rigidizer
Product Types: Buster CEM, Buster RIGMolecular Formula: Al2O3 SiO2: -
Compositiong
Component Formula CAS Number Group 1 & 3 % by Weight Group 2 % by Weight Alumina (Aluminum Oxide) Al2O3 1344-28-1 95-99 60-90 Silica (amorphous) SiO2 7631-86-9 1-5 10-40 -
Composition, Physical/Chemical Propertiesction
Group 1 & 2 Group 3 Form Solid Liquid Appearance White: Fiberous White liquid Odor Odorless Slightly Acidic Solubility in H2O Insoluble Soluble S.G.( g/cc) Not Applicable 1.5 Melting Point >1871° C (3400°F) >1871 C (3400 F) % Volatile 0 50% water pH Not Applicable 4.5 -
Hazard Identification
Target Organs: Skin, eyes, and lungs
Caution: Handling or machining of these products may produce respirable dust particles. Dust may irritate eyes, skin and respiratory tract.
Inhalation: Dust may cause irritation or soreness of throat and nose.
Eye Contact: Dust may cause temporary irritation or inflammation.
Skin Contact: May cause temporary dryness, irritation or rash.
Ingestion: Ingestion is unlikely. May cause gastrointestinal disturbances. Never induce vomiting without the advise of a physician.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Respiratory effects may be aggravated by smoking. Pre-exiting respiratory problems may be aggravated by dust.After Service Information: As produced these products contain amorphous silica. The small percentage of amorphous silica is not sufficient to produce free silica upon heating. Dusts are therefore considered of the inert (nuisance) type and would not be expected to cause permanent damage to tissues. After normal use at elevated temperatures, alumina and amorphous silica will react to form non-hazardous mullite and alpha alumina. Alumina dusts cause no systemic or pathological problems. The material is inert in the body. Some individuals may experience allergic reactions to these materials.
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Exposure Guidelines
Aluminum Oxide Group 1,2 & 3 OSHA PEL as 8 hr TWA 5/15 mg/m3 Total Dust / Respirable Fraction NIOSH PEL as 8 hr TWA 5mg/m3 ACGIH PEL as 8 hr TWA 10 mg/m3 Inhalable particulate with no asbestos and < 1% crystalline silica Canadian PEL as 8 hr TWA 5mg/m3 Carcinogenicity by ACGIH Group A4, not classifiable as a human carcinogen Silica (amorphous) Group 1,2 & 3 OSHA PEL as 8 hr TWA 20 mppcfa, 80mg/m3 NIOSH PEL as 8 hr TWA 6mg/m3 Canadian PEL as 8 hr TWA 2/5 mg/m3 Total Mass/ Respirable Mass ILDH Level by SCPC 3000 mg/m3 Carcinogenicity by ACGIH Group 3 -
Exposure Controls
Engineering Controls: Use dust suppression. Local exhaust ventilation, point of generation dust collection, and/or down-draft work stations to minimize airborne dust generation is recommended when machining product.
Respiratory Protection: Use appropriate protection pursuant to OSHA 29CFR 1910.134 and 29CFR 1926.103. The following information is provided as a guide and reflects industry recommendations for control of dust:
PPE < 1.0 /cc: No specific recommendation, use personal protective equipment based on local conditions.
PPE 1.0 f/cc to 5.0 f/cc: Half-face, air purifying respirator equipped with a high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter cartridge.
PPE 5.0 to 25 f/cc: Full-face , air purifying respirator equipped with a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter cartridge.
PPE > 25 f/cc: Full-face, positive pressure, supplied air respirator
PPE Other: Work clothes should be washed separately and the washing machine rinsed following use. If possible, do not take work clothes home following machining or removal activities that produce significant amounts of dust.
Skin Protection: Wear gloves and full body clothing to prevent skin irritation. Store work clothes and street clothes separately.
Eye Protection: Wear safety glasses or goggles. Do not wear contact lenses without goggles. Do not get into eyes. Have eye wash available.
Note: These products are generally not hazardous during normal use. These guidelines are provided for special circumstances involved in machining, use and / or after service removals. -
First Aid
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Rinse mouth to clear throat and expel liquid. Blow nose to evacuate dust. Consult a physician if irritation persists.
Eye Contact: Do not rub eyes. Keep hands or contaminated body parts away from eyes. Remove contact lenses. Flush with water. If irritation persists, consult a physician.
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. For dryness, a skin cream may be helpful. Do not apply anything to a rash. Consult a physician if irritation persists.
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Fire Fighting Measures
Materials are not combustible.
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Accidental Release Measures
Spill Procedures: Clean up procedures should minimize formation of airborne dusts. Remove dust by vacuuming using HEPA filtration where possible. Release
into Air: Prevent release of airborne particulates where possible. Not a regulated hazardous substance.
Release into Water: Release into water is not appropriate. Not a regulated hazardous substance. Landfill dusts and debris consistent with local regulations. -
Handling & Storage
Storage: These materials are stable and may be stored indefinitely. Physical abrasion may produce small amounts of respirable dusts.
Normal Use: Materials are stable under normal use and are not expected to produce significant hazardous by-products or emissions.
Machining and Cutting: These materials may produce respirable and nuisance dusts when machined or cut.
High Temperature Conditions: Service significantly above the product design temperature may increase friability and the possibility of generating airborne fibers or particulates. While not considered problematic during use, airborne fibers may complicate removal activities. It is recommended that product use be carefully matched to design parameters.
After Service: Product removal must consider the possibility of usage above design temperatures.o -
Stability & Reactivity
Stability: Materials are stable.
Chemical Incompatibilities: Powerful oxidizers; fluorine, chlorine trifluoride, manganese trioxide, oxygen difluoride, etc.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None. -
Disposal Information
Disposal: Consult with local, state and federal regulations. In most cases these materials may be land filled safely.
Hazardous Waste Classification: Not listed as a RCRA Hazardous Waste (40 CFR 261.31). Not listed under SARA, CERCLA, or the Clean Air Act.
Empty Containers: Empty containers may contain product dust or residue. Do not re-use. Disposal regulations vary. Consult with all applicable regulations prior to disposal. -
Transportation Information
Not regulated hazardous substances, no specific regulations apply
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Toxicology & Ecological Information
Toxicological Information: No Information available
Epidemiology: No Information Available
Distribution: Zirconia and silica are naturally occurring and are widely distributed in igneous rock. Deposits in sedimentary rock may be found.
Chemical Fate Information: The relative inertness of this material indicate that it may be highly persistent in the environment. No information regarding any negative effects of this persistence has been noted. -
Regulatory Information
Regulated Constituent: Silica (amorphous)
Mass. CENTER to Know: none
N.J. CENTER to Know: listedRegulated Constituent: Aluminum Oxide
Mass. CENTER to Know: listed
N.J. CENTER to Know: noneNew Jersey CENTER to Know Note: The listed substance is found on the New Jersey Hazardous substance list and is subject to reporting under SARA and the New Jersey Worker and Community CENTER to Know Act.
Mass. CENTER to Know Note: Items on the Massachusetts List of Hazardous Substances require specific hazard labeling in the workplace.
WHMIS Status: (Groups 1 and 4) This is a Class D2 controlled product based on an IARC 2B Classification for ceramic fibers.
California Proposition 65: (Groups 1 and 4) On July 1, 1990 the state of California added "ceramic fibers (airborne particles of respirable size)" to the list of Proposition 65 chemicals which are "known to cause cancer" by the state. Proposition 65 lists all substances classified by the IARC as a Category 1, 2A or 2B carcinogen.
After Service Information: Precautions to be taken after service and upon removal: As manufactured this product may contain silica,. Upon heat treatment (temperatures greater than 1000 deg. C for extended periods of time), cristobalite, as form of crystalline silica, may form from the devitrification of amorphous silica. Removal of this product after use may generate dust. Prolonged or repeated inhalation of respirable free crystalline silica dust may cause delayed lung injury. (silicosis). The IARC has classified crystalline silica as group 2A, probable human carcinogen. There is sufficient evidence of carcinogenicity in animals, but limited evidence in humans. The recommended TLV for respirable cristobalite is 0.05 mg/m³. Appropriate ventilation and respiratory protection should be provided in compliance with OSHA standards. Strict adherence to recommended safe work practices is advised.
SARA Section 313 Supplier Notification: This product does not contain toxic chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 Section 313 (40 CFR 372).
TSCA Statement: All ingredients are listed in the TSCA Inventory. -
Other
The information contained herein is based on data considered to be accurate as of the preparation or revision date. It is provided in good faith and in compliance with state and federal regulations. No warranty or representation, express or implied is made as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Other national, state and/or local regulations may apply.
