Chem Alert Report

Product Name AQUA-CEL

Ingredient Conc. CAS No.
SILICA, CRYSTALLINE - CRISTOBALITE <50% 14464-46-1
SILICA, CRYSTALLINE - QUARTZ <4% 14808-60-7
DIATOMACEOUS EARTH, FLUX CALCINED Not Available 68855-54-9

CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO NOHSC CRITERIA.

Synonyms C269, C503 (ALL), C535, C545, C552, C560, C566, C578P, C580, CELITE AQUA-CEL, FLUX CALCINED
DIATOMACEOUS EARTH, X-6, X-7.
Appearance WHITE POWDER
Odour ODOURLESS
Use(s) INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS.
Supplier CELITE CORPORATION Ph: 805 735 7791 Emerg. Ph: 800 424 9300/703 527 3887
Stock No. ,.
Poison Sched None Allocated Hazchem None Allocated UN No. None Allocated D.G Class None Allocated
Pkg Group None Allocated EPG None Allocated Sub/Tert Risk None Allocated

HEALTH HAZARDS
Health Hazard Low Irritant - high chronic toxicity. Avoid dust generation. Chronic exposure may cause lung fibrosis (silicosis). Silica
Summary crystalline quartz and cristobalite are classified as carcinogenic to humans (IARC Group 1). Symptoms may be
delayed 12-24 months after heavy exposure. The risk of disease is increased by smoking. Adverse health effects are
usually associated with long-term exposure to high dust levels.
Eye Low irritant. Exposure may result in irritation and lacrimation.

Inhalation Low irritant. Over exposure at high levels may result in irritation of the nose and throat with coughing. Prolonged and
repeated inhalation of respirable silica may result in pulmonary fibrosis (silicosis). Crystalline quartz and cristobalite
are classified as carcinogenic to humans (IARC Group 1).

Skin Low irritant. Prolonged and repeated exposure to dust may result in irritation and dermatitis.

Ingestion Low toxicity. This product is biologically inert. However, ingestion may result in gastrointestinal irritation due to the
powder’s mechanical action.

PRECAUTIONS
Flammability Non flammable. No fire or explosion hazard exists.

Reactivity Incompatible with strong acids (eg. hydrofluoric acid).

Ventilation Do not inhale dust/ powder. Use with adequate natural ventilation. Where a dust inhalation hazard exists,
mechanical extraction ventilation or dampening with water is recommended.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

PPE Wear dust-proof goggles. When using large quantities or where heavy contamination is likely, wear coveralls and
PVC, rubber or cotton gloves. Where an inhalation risk exists, wear a Class P1 (Particulate) Respirator. At high dust
levels, wear a Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) with Class P3 (Particulate) filter, an Air-line respirator or a
Full-face Class P3 (Particulate) respirator.

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FIRST AID
Eye (Dust exposure) Flush gently with running water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.

Inhalation If over exposure occurs leave exposure area immediately. If other than minor symptoms are displayed seek
immediate medical attention.

Skin Gently flush affected areas with water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.

Ingestion Due to product form and application, ingestion is considered highly unlikely.

SAFE HANDLING
Storage Store in cool, dry, well ventilated area, removed from acids (eg hydrofluoric acid) and foodstuffs. Ensure containers
are adequately labelled, protected from physical damage and sealed when not in use.

Waste Disposal Reuse where possible. Ensure product sprayed with water to prevent dust generation. Dispose of to an approved
landfill site. Contact Risk Management Technologies on (08) 9322 1711 for further advice.

Transport Not regulated for transport purposes.

EMERGENCY
Spillage If spilt (bulk), wear dust-proof goggles, PVC/rubber gloves and a Class P1 (Particulate) respirator (where an
inhalation risk exists). Collect and place in sealable containers for disposal. Avoid generating dust.

Environment The main component/s of this product occur naturally in the earth’s crust. It is not anticipated to cause any adverse
effects to plants or animals.

Fire and Non flammable. No fire or explosion hazard exists.

Explosion

Extinguishing Non flammable.

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Flammability: NON FLAMMABLE Flash Point: NOT RELEVANT
Boiling Point: NOT AVAILABLE Melting Point: NOT AVAILABLE
Exposure Standard (TWA): 0.1 mg/m3 Silica, cristobalite Evaporation Rate: NOT AVAILABLE
pH: 9 - 10.5 % Volatiles: NOT AVAILABLE
Specific Gravity: 2.3 Solubility: INSOLUBLE
Vapour Pressure: NOT AVAILABLE Upper Explosion Limit: NOT RELEVANT
Lower Explosion Limit: NOT RELEVANT

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