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Health Effects
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From MSDS
It is recommended that a NIOSH approved respirator, for toxic dusts, be worn whenever working with this product results in airborne dust exposure exceeding the prescribed limits.
Skin Contact: Continued and prolonged contact may cause transient irritation to the skin.
Eye Contact: Direct contact may cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: Target Organ: respiratory system
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:
Overexposure would generally aggravate respiratory system dysfunctions.
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From MSDS
Continued and prolonged exposure to airborne dust concentrations in excess of the PEL/TLV may result in cough, dyspnea, wheezing, and impaired pulmonary function.
Continued and prolonged contact may cause transient irritation to the skin.
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From MSDS
Quartz (crystalline silica) -The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies crystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz or cristobalite from occupational sources as carcinogenic to humans, Group 1. The National Toxicology Program (NTP) classifies respirable crystalline silica as a substance which may be reasonably anticipated to be a carcinogen. OSHA does not regulate crystalline silica as a human carcinogen.
Attapulgite clay -IARC classifies attapulgite (long fiber) as possibly carcinogenic to humans, Group 2B. Attapulgite is not classified as a carcinogen by NTP or OSHA.
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From MSDS
Eye: Immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes and get medical attention.
Skin: Flush and wash skin with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
Breathing: Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. If not breathing initiate pulmonary resuscitation. Get medical attention.
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Handling/Disposal
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From MSDS
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storing
Keep from freezing to preserve usefulness.
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Method
Not a hazardous waste. Dispose of in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
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Ingredients from MSDS/Label
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