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1- IDENTIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT AND COMPANY

Product Name: QUARTZ

Internal Code: 403/004 V, 403/006 V, 403/008V e 403/014 V
Main recommended uses for the substance or mixture: Industrial use
Company Name: BRASILMINAS INDÚSTRIA E COMÉRCIO Ltda
Adress: Rua João Pedro Blumenthal, 56 District: Cumbica
City: Guarulhos State: SP Zip Code: 07224-150
Phone: + 55 11 2488-4411
Phone factory / emergencies: + 55 11 2488-4411
Fax: + 55 11 2488-4411
e-mail: gvendas@brasilminas.net

2- HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

The hazard classification of the chemical: Not classified as dangerous in the used classification
system.

Classification system used: ABNT-NBR 14725-2: 2009 - corrected version 2: 2010.System.

Globally Harmonized of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals, UN.

Other hazards which do not result in classification: The product does not have other hazards.

Appropriate elements of precautionary labeling recommendations: Wash hands after

handling the product. While handling the product do not drink, eat or smoke. himself to use appropriate
PPE when handling the product. Get information A bout the product before handling. Store product in a
suitable place. In case of emergency proceed as MSDS information.

3- COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Substance: This product is a pure substance.

Common chemical name or technical name: Silicon dioxide ( SiO2 )
Synonym: Sand and Silica.
CAS Number: 14808-60-7
Impurities: Not applicable, product is natural and free of impurities.

4- FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air and clean.
Skin Contact: recommended wash with water and soap.
Eye contact: Rinse with plenty of water flow and low pressure.
ngestion: Do not induce vomiting. Wash the mouth of the person exposed to water.
If you feel unwell contact a center of toxicological or doctor. Take this MSDS.

Notes to physcician: If necessary, provide symptomatic treatment.

5- FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

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Extinguishing means

Suitable: Compatible with all means of extinguishing.

Not recommended: water jets and water directly onto the product in flames.

Specific hazards of the substance or mixture: The combustion of the chemical or its packaging
can form toxic and irritant gases such as carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

Protective measures of the fire fighting team: respiratory protection equipment the autonomous
type (SCBA) positive pressure and full protective clothing.

6- MEASURES FOR SPILLS AND LEAKS

Personal precautions

For people who are not part of the emergency services: Do not smoke. Avoid contact with the
product. If necessary, use personal protective equipment as described in Section 8.

Emergency service personnel: Insulate the leak sources of ignition advance. Use full PPE, with
waterproof protective gloves of neoprene or natural rubber (nitrile), safety helmet, safety shoes with steel
toe cap, ear protection, protective mask with PFF-2 filter.

Environmental precautions: Prevent spilled material reaches waterways or sewage system.

Method and materials for containment and cleaning up: Remove / collect the product using a
shovel or other method that does not generate dust. Pack the product in appropriate containers and
remove them to a safe place. For disposal proceed pursuant to Section 13 of this MSDS.

Differences in the share of large and small leaks: There is no distinction between the actions of
large and small leaks for this product.

7- HANDLING AND STORAGE

Measures appropriate techniques for handling

Precautions for safe handling: Handle only in well-ventilated areas or general ventilation system /
local exhaust ventilation. Avoid dust formation. If necessary, use personal protective equipment as
described in Section 8.

Hygiene measures: Wash your hands and face thoroughly after handling and before eating, drinking,
smoking or using the toilet.

Safe storage conditions, including any incompatibility.

Prevention of Fire and Explosion: Not applicable. Product non-flammable and non-explosive.

Suitable conditions: Store in a cool, well-ventilated, dry place. Keep container closed. Keep stored at
room temperature. Out of reach of children. This product does not require the addition of stabilizers and
antioxidants to ensure product durability.
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Suitable packaging materials: Similar to the original packaging.

Unsuitable packaging materials: There are no known materials unsuitable for this product.

8- EXPOSURE CONTROL AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

Control parameters

Occupational exposure limits: Not established.

Biological Indicators: Not established.

Other limits and values: Not established.

Engineering control measures: Provide mechanical ventilation and direct the exhaust system to the
external environment. The desktop has an emergency shower and eye wash available. These
engineering control measures help reduce exposure to the product.

Personal protective measures

Eye / Face Protection: Safety glasses with side shields. Avoid wearing contact lenses when handling
the product

Protection of skin and body: Impervious protective gloves of neoprene or natural rubber (nitrile),
safety helmet, safety shoes with steel toe cap, ear protection, protective mask with PFF-2 filter.

Respiratory protection: protective mask with PFF-2 filter.

Thermal hazards: Not present thermal hazards.

9- PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance (physical state, shape and color): Solid in fine or granular powder in white
Odor and odor limit: None.
pH: (5% suspension):5,0 to 10.0
Point Melting / freezing point: 1.300 ° C
Initial boiling point and boiling range: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable. nonflammable product.
Evaporation rate: Not applicable. solid.
Flammability (solid, gas): Not flammable.
lower / upper limit of flammability or explosivity: Not applicable. Product is not explosive.
Vapour pressure: Not applicable. Solid.
Vapour density: Not applicable. solid.
Relative density: Not available.
Solubility (s): Insoluble in water.
Partition coefficient - n-octane / water: Not available.
Auto-ignition temperature: Not available
Decomposition temperature: Not available
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Viscosity: Not available

Other information: Specific weight: 2.65 to 2.90 g / cm³
Bulk density: 1,40 to 1,60 g / cm³

10- STABILITY AND RECRIVITY

Reactivity: Stable under normal temperature and pressure conditions.

Chemical stability: Product inert chemically.

Possibility of hazardous reactions: No agents known to cause dangerous reactions with the
product.

Conditions to avoid: High temperature. Heat and humidity. Incompatible materials.

Incompatible materials: None

Hazardous decomposition products: There are no known hazardous decomposition products.

11- TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute toxicity: No toxicological record regarding the use of the product.

Corrosion / irritation: It is not expected that the product has skin irritation.

Serious eye damage / irritation: Direct contact with the product may cause mild eye irritation by
mechanical effects with tearing and redness.

Respiratory sensitization or skin: Not expected to respiratory sensitization effects or skin.

Germ cell mutagenicity: Not expected to present the product germ cell mutagenicity.

Carcinogenicity: Not expected that the product has carcinogenicity.

Reproductive toxicity: Not expected that the product has toxicity to reproduction.

Toxicity for specific target organs - single exposure: May cause respiratory irritation with
coughing, sneezing and difficulty in breathing.

Toxicity for specific target organs - repeated exposure: May cause lung inflammation and
subsequent development of chronic lung disease after repeated and prolonged exposure.

Aspiration hazard: Not expected that the product present danger by aspiration.
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12- ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:

Toxicity: Not classified as hazardous to the aquatic environment.

Persistence and degradability: Product does not persist in aquatic systems.

Bioaccumulative potential: Not expected bioaccumulation potential in aquatic organisms.

Mobility in soil: Not determined.

Other adverse effects: No other known environmental effects for this product.

13- CONSIDERATIONS FINAL DESTINATION

Recommended methods for disposal

Product: The treatment and disposal should be evaluated specifically for each product. federal, state
and local laws should be consulted, among these: CONAMA Resolution 005/1993, Law No. 12,305,
dated 02 August 2010 (National Policy on Solid Waste).

Product residues: Keep the rest of the product in its original packaging and properly closed. Disposal
should be carried out as established for the product.

Used packaging: Do not reuse empty containers. These may contain residues of the product and
should be kept closed and sent for proper disposal as required for the product.

14- TRANSPORT INFORMATION

National and international regulations

Land: Resolution No. 5232 of December 14, 2016 of the National Land Transport Agency
(ANTT).

UN number: Not classified as dangerous for transport.

WATERWAYS: DPC - Directorate of Ports and Coasts (transport in Brazilian waters)

Maritime Authority standards (NORMAN)
NORMAN 01 / DPC: Maids boats in Navigation Offshore
NORMAN 02 / DPC: Employed in Inland Navigation Vessels
IMO - "International Maritime Organization" (International Maritime Organization)
International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code)

UN number: Not classified as hazardous for transport.

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AIR: ANAC – National Civil Aviation Agency – Resolution 129 of December 8, 2009
RBAC NO 175 BRAZILIAN CIVIL AVIATION) – GOODS TRANSPORT DANGEROUS IN
CIVIL AERONAVEIS
ICAO – “International Civil Aviation Organization” – Doc 9284-AN / 905
IATA – “International Air Transport Association”
Dangerous Goods Regulation (DGR).

UN number: Not classified as hazardous for transport.

15- INFORMATION ON REGULATIONS

Regulations specific to the chemical:

Federal Decree No. 2,657, of July 3, 1998
Norma ABNT-NBR 14725:2014.
Law 12,305 of o2 August 2010 (National Policy on Solid Waste)
Decree no 7.404, of 23 December 2010.
Order No 229 of May 24, 2011 – Changes to Regulatory Standard No. 26

16- OTHER INFORMATION

Important information, but not specifically describe in the previous sections.

This MSDS has been prepared basead knowledge of the proper handling of the product under normal
conditons of use, according to application specified on the packaging. Any other use of the product
involving its combination with other materials, as well as ways to use several of those mentioned, are the
user’s responsibility. The caveat is that the handling of any chemical substance requires prior knowledge
of its hazards for the user. In the workplace it is for the user company’s product promotes training of its
employees as the possible risks arising from exposure to the chemical.

MSDS prepared in December 2015.

Captions and abbreviations:

CAS – Chemical Abstracts Service

UN – United Nations

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