DIATOMACEOUS EARTH (UNCALCINED) | ICSC: 0248 (March 2001) |
Amorphous diatomaceous earth Diatomite, uncalcined Diatomaceous earth, natural |
CAS #: 61790-53-2 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Dry skin. Roughness. | Protective gloves. | Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
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PACKAGING | |
DIATOMACEOUS EARTH (UNCALCINED) | ICSC: 0248 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: SiO2 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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MAK: (inhalable fraction): 4 mg/m3; pregnancy risk group: C |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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Literature suggests that the fibrosis may be due to crystalline contaminants. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. Another synonym is Kieselguhr. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations