Materials Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration requires that MSDSs be available to employees for potentially harmful substances handled in the workplace under the Hazard Communication regulation. The MSDS is also required to be made available to local fire departments and local and state emergency planning officials
SECTION 1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION
PRODUCT NAME:
AAC (Autoclaved Aerated Concrete)
PRODUCT BRAND:
PAC (Precast Aerated Concrete)
PRODUCT USE:
Load-Bearing And None-Load Bearing Components For Interior And Exterior Walls,
And Floor And Roof Slabs
MANUFACTURED BY:
ESPAC COMPANY
2833 - St.49th (St.67th X St.166th)
2nd Industrial city
Dammam 34324-7333
Saudi Arabia
Tel +966 13 863 1111
Fax +966 13 863 2222
MSDS Request Phone +966-55-840 3000
SECTION 2. COMPOSITION INFORMATION ON INGREDIENT
| COMPONENT |
% BY WT. |
CAS NO. |
OSHA PEL |
ACGIH TLV |
| Quartz Sand |
60-80 |
14808-60-7 |
(as crystalline silica) |
0.1mg/m3 |
| Ca5 (Si6O18H2)·4H2O
|
20-40 |
|
|
% SiO2 + 2 |
SECTION 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
DESCRIPTION: ESPAC COMPANY PRODUCTS
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Grinding or cutting of these products may generate nuisance dusts. Acute exposure to dust may cause minor upper respiratory tract, lung, eye, nasal, and skin irritation.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
INHALATION: Prolonged exposure to respirable crystalline silica has been known to cause silicosis, a lung disease which may be disabling. ESPAC COMPANY PAC Products generates product dusts and granules which are classified as non-quartzifereous indicating that there is no real danger for contracting silicosis when exposed to nuisance dusts generated by ESPAC COMPANY PAC Products.
SIGNS/SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE
EYE CONTACT: Dust can cause mechanical eye irritation.
SKIN CONTACT: Handling may cause dry skin.
INGESTION: Not applicable under normal use. May result in obstruction and temporary irritation of the digestive tract if large quantities are consumed.
INHALATION: Irritation of nose and upper respiratory tract, shortness of breath.
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURE
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If persistent irritation, severe coughing, or breathing difficulty occurs seek medical attention.
EYE CONTACT: Remove contact lenses. Flush eyes, including under eyelids, with large amounts of water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash affected areas with soap and water. If irritation persists seek medical attention.
INGESTION: May result in obstruction if ingested. Seek medical attention.
SECTION 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT : Not applicable
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS : None
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: Not combustible
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not applicable
FIRE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Not applicable
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTIAL RELEASE MEASURES
To prevent obstruction, do not wash down drain. Sweep, vacuum, or otherwise place material into
a waste container for disposal. If needed, use water spray to wet down and minimize dust generation. Wear approved respirator, if necessary.
SECTION 7. STORAGE AND HANDLING
Allow material to remain in protective covering until use. Store in a dry area.
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Wear NIOSH approved respirator when permissible exposure limit to dust may be exceeded during cutting or grinding operations.
EYE PROTECTION: Recommend eye goggles or safety glasses for nuisance dust
when cutting or grinding.
SKIN PROTECTION: Protective gloves may be desirable to prevent drying or irritation of hands.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: White or gray blocks or panels. Little or no odor.
PHYSICAL STATE: Solid
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O = 1): 0.4-0.7
BOILING POINT Not applicable
PH: 10-11
MELTING POINT: Not applicable
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Not soluble
VAPOR PRESSURE: Not applicable
VAPOR DENSITY: Not applicable
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): None
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None
HAZARDOUS PLOYMERIZATION: Not applicable
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
CRYSTALLINE SILICA: Crystalline silica is classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer as a probable human carcinogen (Group 2A) with animal evidence sufficient. Respirable crystalline silica has been classified by the National Toxicology Program (NTP) as a substance which may reasonably be anticipated to be a carcinogen. Crystalline silica is not considered to be
a carcinogen by OSHA.
SECTION 12. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
This product is not considered hazardous waste. Dispose of inert solids in landfill or by other procedures in accordance with local regulations.
SECTION 13. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
This product is not a DOT hazardous material.
SECTION 14. PRODUCT LIST
The following is a list of all ESPAC COMPANY PAC Products:
PAC Standard Block
PAC Tongue and Groove Block
PAC U-Block
PAC Clean Out Block
PAC Lintel
PAC Interior Wall Panel
PAC Load-Bearing Wall Panel
PAC Floor Panel
PAC Roof Panel
IMPORTANT: The information and data herein are believed to be accurate and have been compiled from sources believed to be reliable. It is offered for your consideration, investigation, and verification. The buyer assumes all risk of use storage, and handling of the product in compliance with applicable local laws and regulations. Espac company, makes no warranty of any kind, express or implied, concerning the accuracy or completeness of the information and data herein. The implied warranties of mechantability and fitness for a particular purpose are specifically excluded. Espac company will not be liable for any claims relating to any party’s use of or reliance on information and data contained herein regardless of whether it is claimed that the information and data are inaccurate, incomplete, or otherwise misleading.