MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Product Name: Silica Gel

Catalog Number: 80010

DOT Hazard Class: Non-Hazardous

DOT Proper Shipping Name: NA

UN/NA ID No.: NA

MSDS Updated: 8/12/02

Distributed By: Ladd Research Industries

83 Holly Court

Williston, VT 05495

(802) 658-4961

HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS

CAS Number Percent Exposure Limits

Silica Gel 63231-67-4 100% 6 mg/m³ OSHA TWA

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA

Description: Odorless, amorphous hygroscopic powder or granule.

FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

Fire and Explosion Hazard: Negligible

Firefighting Media: Extinguish using agent suitable for type of surrounding fire.

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

Inhalation: Exposure to high concentrations may cause drying of mucopus membranes, coughing

and possible nosebleeds.

Skin Contact: No human data available.

Eye Contact: Particles may cause immediate irritation.

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID

Inhalation: Remove from exposure area to fresh air immediately.

Skin: Wash affected area with soap or mild detergent and large amounts of water.

Eye: Wash eyes immediately with large amounts of water or normal saline.

REACTIVITY DATA

Reactivity: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities: Fluorine, Hydrochloric Acid, Magnesium, Manganese Trifluoride, Manganese

Trioxide, Strong Oxidizers, Oxygen Difluoride, Ozone, Vinyl Acetate and Xenon

Hexafluoride.

Decomposition: At temperatures above 800EC, calcining may occur and amorphous silica may be

converted to fibrogenic crystalline silica.

Polymerization: Will not occur.

SPILL, DISPOSAL AND STORAGE INFORMATION

Occupational Spill: Residue should be cleaned up using a high-efficiency particulate filter.

Disposal: Observe all local, state and federal regulations.

Storage: Store away from incompatible substances.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND CONTROL MEASURES

Ventilation: Local exhaust.

Respirator: Dust/Mist respirator usually sufficient.

Gloves: Latex gloves are sufficient to prevent exposure.

Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles.

SECTION 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION

Not Applicable.

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The information presented is believed to be correct and is the most accurate information available to us at this time. However, Ladd Research makes no warranty, express or implied, and assumes no liability for this information and the product described herein.