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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

MS-PLUG

SECTION I

Manufacturer: Masonry Supply, Inc.

Address: 156 Piper Rd.

P.O. Box 2308

Covington, Ga. 300157308

Telephone Number: 7707841424

FAX Number: 7707840909

SECTION II

N.F.P.A. and H.M.I.S. Rating

HAZARD INDEX:

Health Flammability Reactivity Special

4= Severe 1

3=Serious

2=Moderate

1=Slight

0=Minimal

SECTION III

HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS % OSHA PEL ACGIV TLV OTHER

Mineral fillers 1020 5 mg/m3 15 mg/m3

Free SiO2 2 10 mg/m3 5 mg/m3

None of the components of the mixture are considered hazardous material or carcinogens (1910.1200 Hazard Communication (d) (4).

TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION: NA

SECTION IV

PHYSICAL CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Boiling Point: Not known to boil

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): NA

Vapor Density (Air = 1): NA

Solubility: Negligible

Appearance: Powder

Specific Gravity (H20 = 1): 2.2

Melting Point: NA

Evaporation (Butyl Acetate = 1): NA

SECTION V

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

Flash Point: NA

Flammable Limits: NA

Extinguishing Media: NA

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: NA

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: NA

SECTION VI

REACTIVITY DATA

Stability: Stable

Conditions to Avoid: None

Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): None

Hazardous Decomposition (Byproducts): None

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur

SECTION VII

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

Inhalation Skin Ingestion

Routes of Entry: Yes No No

Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)

Skin Contact: NA

Eye Contact: NA

Inhalation: Repeated inhalation of respirable dust for extended periods of time may cause injury to lungs.

Ingestion: NA

Carcinogenicity: NA. Not listed in NTP, IARC, OSHA.

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure:  Repeated inhalation of respirable dust for extended periods of time may cause injury to the lungs (silicosis).

Emergency First Aid Procedures:

Skin: Wash thoroughly with soap and water.

Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes. Call a physician.

Inhalation: NA

Ingestion: NA

SECTION VIII

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE

Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Avoid excessive dusting.

Waste Disposal Method: Preferred procedure is to vacuum material. Otherwise, spray with water and clean up with broom and shovel. Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and Federal regulations.

Precautions to be taken in handling and storing: Avoid dusty conditions.

Other Precautions: Avoid prolonged contact with wet or moist Portland cement. Skin areas that have been in contact with wet or moist Portland cement should be washed thoroughly with soap and water.

SECTION IX

CONTROL MEASURES

Respiratory Protection: NIOSH approved respiratory protection for dusty environment.

Ventilation: Observe EPA standards.

Protective Gloves: For sensitive skin.

Eye Protection: Safety goggles or face shield to protect against accidental splashes.

Other Protective clothing or equipment: Safety showers and eye wash stations should be available.

Work/Hygienic Practices: Wash thoroughly with soap and water before eating, smoking, or using washroom. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

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Last modified: June 04, 2001