Product Identification

2. Composition / Information on Ingredients

EXPOSURE GUIDELINES:

UK limits (EH40/99)	Long term (8h TWA)	Short term (15min ref period)
Alumina	10 mg/m3 total, 4 mg/m3respirable	-
E-glass	5 mg/m3 total	-
Silica (amorphous)	6 mg/m3 total, 2.4 mg/m3respirable	-

3. Hazard Identification

Emergency Overview
  – 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 advice of a physician.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure:	Respiratory effects may be aggravated by smoking. Pre-existing respiratory problems may be aggravated by dust.

4. First Aid Measures

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.
Ingestion:	Do not induce vomiting without advice of a physician. Seek medical attention.

Note to Physicians: Aluminium Oxide dusts have caused no systemic or pathological problems. The material is inert in the body. Some individuals may experience allergic sensitivity reactions. These are generally limited to mild occupational dermatitis. Chronic inhalation may result in pleural plaques not associated with cancers. Other effects principally derived from physical abrasion.
These products contain a small percentage of amorphous silica, however, not in sufficient quantity to produce free crystalline silica upon heating. Dusts are therefore considered of the inert (nuisance) type and would not be expected to cause permanent damage to tissues on inhalation unless the exposure is severe.
Chronic exposure may produce radioplaque deposits in the pulmonary system with little or no parenchymal reactions. Some individuals may exhibit allergenic reactions ranging from asthmatic symptoms to benign pneumoconiosis.

5. Fire Fighting Measures   Materials are not combustible.

6. 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. See section 8 for appropriate engineering controls.
Release into Water:	Release into water is not appropriate. Not a regulated hazardous substance. Landfill dusts and debris consistent with local regulations.

7. Handling and Storage

Storage:	These materials are stable and may be stored indefinitely. Physical abrasion may produce small amounts of respirable dusts.) See precautions under section 8.
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. See section 8 for exposure controls and personal protection during machining or installation procedures.
High Temperature Conditions:	Service significantly above the product design temperature may increase friability and the possibility of generating airborne particulates. While not considered problematic during use, airborne fibres and dust may complicate removal activities. It is recommended that product use be carefully matched to design parameters.
After Service:	This product is an alumino-silicate which may transform on heating, at temperatures above 1000°C for long periods, to give some mullite and cristobalite (CAS 14464-46-1). Cristobalite dust is injurious to the lungs and has a TLV of 0.05mg/m3. Appropriate ventilation and masks should be provided when removing this product after use under conditions which would give rise to the presence of cristobalite. Product removal must consider the possibility of usage above design temperatures. See section 8 for appropriate respiratory protection during removal.

8. Exposure Controls

Engineering Controls:	Use dust suppression controls. Local exhaust ventilation, point of generation dust collection, and/or down-draft work stations to minimize airborne dust generation are 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 f/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-facepiece, air purifying respirator equipped with a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter cartridge.
PPE > 25 f/cc:	Full-facepiece, 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, head coverings, and full body clothing to prevent skin irritation. Disposable clothing may be used. Store work clothes and street clothes separately.
Eye Protection:	Wear safety glasses or chemical goggles to prevent eye contact. Do not wear contact lenses without goggles. Do not get dust or liquids into eyes. Have eye washing facilities available when using products.

See section 7 for after service and section 13 for disposal recommendations.

9. Physical/Chemical Properties

Form	Appearance	Odour	Solubility in Water
Boards & cylinders	Rigid shapes, White - Tan	Odourless	Insoluble

	S.G.	Melting Point °C	Vapor Pressure	Volatiles (wt %)	PH
	2.6	>1500	N/A	0	N/A

10. Stability and Reactivity

Stability:	Materials are stable.
Chemical Incompatibilities:	None
Hazardous Decomposition Products:	None

11. Toxicology

Epidemiology:	N/A		Toxicology:	N/A

12. Ecological Information

Ecotoxicological Information:	No information available.
Distribution:	Aluminium oxide and silica are naturally occurring and are widely distributed in igneous rock. Secondary 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.

13. Disposal Information

Disposal:	Consult with local, state and federal regulations. These materials may be safely deposited in landfill sites
Hazardous Waste Classification:	Not classified as hazardous. Check local regulations. Disposal regulations vary. Consult with all applicable regulations prior to disposal.

14. Transportation Information

Not regulated hazardous substances, no specific regulations apply.

15. Regulatory Information

According to EC guide lines these materials do not present a significant hazard in normal use. See special precautions below.

Safety phrases :	S 22 Avoid inhalation of dust
	S 25 Avoid contact with the eyes

Special Precautions:

A. After Service Information:

Continuous use of these products at temperatures above 900° C, may, as with many other refractories, lead to the formation of cristobalite (a type of crystalline silica). Prolonged/repeated inhalation of respirable crystalline silica dust may cause delayed lung injury (silicosis) Although research to date on calcium silicate fibre have shown that it poses no significant health hazard, the appropriate hygiene standards for cristobalite must be followed. Cristobalite has a maximum exposure limit of 0.4mg/m3 which should not be exceeded.

16. Other

The information contained herein is based on data considered to be accurate for U.K application 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.