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Health Effects
Warnings:
CAUTION: AVOID CONTACT WITH SKIN AND EYES. Wash thoroughly after handling. In case of eye contact, flush immediately with water for 15 minutes and call a physician immediately. Contains Alkaline Sodium Silicate. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. NOT FOR INTERNAL CONSUMPTION. (Silicate Cement, Black in caulk tube) Bar Code: 0 75339 00466 1
Acute Health Effects:
From MSDS
Inhalation of dust generated from dried product is not likely, but may cause respiratory irritation.
Chronic Health Effects:
From MSDS
Overexposure to dusts containing quartz may result in respiratory dysfunction. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause mild skin and eye irritation.
Carcinogenicity:
From MSDS
The ingredients in this product are not identified as carcinogens by NTP (Fifth Annual Report on Carcinogens).