IDENTIFICATION AND USE
SECTION I Chemical Family: Inorganic Feldspathic Mineral
Composed of: Na20.Al203.6Si02·K20.Al203.6Si02· (Na,K)20.Al2032Si02
Uses: In the manufacture of container and sheet
glass, fibre glass insulation wool, ceramic
products, paint, plastic, rubber and scouring
powder. As filtration media in foundries and
for sandblasting.

SECTION II HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

Ingredients: None known.
No free Silica or Quartz
Approximate Concentration (%): Si02 = 0%
LD50: None known
LC50: None known

SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA

Physical State: Solid
Specific Gravity: 2.61
Odour and Appearance: Odourless, white granular or powder
Boiling Point (°C): 1500°C
Solubility in Water: Negligibie

SECTION IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

Flash Point (°C): Not applicable
Explosive Limits: Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature (°C): Not applicable
Extinguishing Media: Not applicable
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Not applicable
TDG Flammability Classification: Not applicable
Fire and Explosion Hazards: Not applicable

SECTION V REACTIVITY DATA

Chemical Stability: Stable
Incompatibility: None known
Reactivity: None known
Hazardous Decomposition
Products: None known

TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES

SECTION VI
Inhalation: Prolonged or repeated exposures to dusty
conditions may result in a lung disorder
Skin Absorption: No effect
Eye Contact: May be irritating due to scratching
Ingestion: Possible discomforts due to intentional
ingestion of abnormal amounts
Effects of Acute Exposure: May result in dryness of nose and
throat
Effects of Chronic Exposure: Prolonged or repeated exposure to
dusty conditions may cause a debilitating lung disorder
Exposure Limits: T.L.V.·T.W.A.- 5.0 mg/m3 respirable
dust (A.C.G.I.H. Limits - Nuisance
dust)
Sensitization of Material: None known
Carcinogenicity, Reproductive
Effects, Teratogenicity,
Mutagenicity: None known

PREVENTIVE MEASURES

SECTION VII Personal Protection: For uncontrolled dusty conditions, use an
approved respirator recommended for
nuisance dusts
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust or other means of
ventilation to control or reduce dust
concentrations to within recommended
T.L.V's
Spill Procedure Clean up in a manner to control dusting.
Re-use uncontaminated material
Waste Disposal Can be disposed in a suitable disposal site
for non hazardous wastes in accordance
with applicable environmental regulatory
requirements
Handling & Storage Handle and store in a manner to control a
dusty condition
Other Precautions None

FIRST AID

SECTION VIII Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air
Skin: Wash with soap and water
Eyes: Flush thoroughly with water
Ingestion: Obtain medical attention, if necessary
Additional Information: None known