Organoclay

【PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION】
Chemical name: Organoclay
Other names: Organic Bentonite, Organic Smectite
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【CHEMICAL COMPOSITION】

【HEALTH HAZARDS】
Emergency Overview: irritation to eye, skin and respiratory tract. Long term inhalation may cause lung damage. Cancer hazard.
Acute Effects:
Eye Contact: May cause mechanical irritation.
Inhalation: Inhalation of dust may result in varying degrees of irritation to the respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May cause gastric distress, nausea and vomiting if ingested.
Exposure: Prolonged contact may cause skin irritation.
Chronnic exposure: Cases of silicosis, asthma, eczema and dermatitis have been reported outside of Canada
Route of Exposure: Eyes. Dermal (skin) contact. Inhalation.
Target Organs: Eyes. Skin. Respiratory System.
Exposure limit: No data for bentonite; TVL/TWA= 0.1 mg/m³

【FIRST AID MEASURES】
General: Persons seeking medical attention should carry a copy of this MSDS with them.
Inhalation: Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Perform artificial respiration if breathing has stopped. Get medical attention.
Ingestion: DO NOT induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.
Eyes: Promptly wash eyes for 15 minutes with lots of water while lifting the eye lids. Get medical attention .

【PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA】
Appearance : finely-divided powder, creamy to pale buff color
Boiling point: not available
Melting point: not available
Specific gravity(H2O=1): 1.6 - 1.8
Bulk Density: 800 – 900 kg/m³
Odor: odorless or slight odor of fatty acid
Grain Size: 95% min. through 200 mesh
Moisture content: 2.0 – 5.0%
Loss on ignition: 35-38%
Solubility: oil dispersible. Insoluble in water

【FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES】
Flash point: Nonflammable
Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide (CO₂). Dry chemicals. Foam.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: No

【STABILITY AND REACTIVITY DATA】
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: Contact with water and other liquid.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not polymerize.
Polymerization Description: Will not occur.
Materials to Avoid: Water and other liquid.

【EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PREVENTIVE MEASURES】
Engineering Controls:
Use appropriate engineering controls such as exhaust ventilation and process enclosure, to ensure air contamination and keep workers exposure below the application limits.
Personal Protection Equipment:
Respiratory protection:
If exposed to particulates/aerosols: Use at least a NIOSH-approved N95 half-mask disposable particulate respirator.
If exposed to organic vapors: Use a NIOSH/MSHA-approved organic vapor respirator. CCROV: CCR with organic vapor cartridge.
A NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator with ammonia/methylamine cartridges should be used to protect against ammonia or amine inhalation exposure.
Protective gloves: Natural and butyl rubber.
Eye protection: Chemical goggles, safety glasses with sides.
Other protective equipment: Chemical resistant clothing to prevent skin contact. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use.
General Hygiene Considerations: Work clothing should be washed separately at the end of each work day. Disposable clothing should be discarded, if contaminated with product.

【TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION】
long term inhalation of particulate can cause irritation, inflammation and/or permanent injury to the lungs. Illnesses such as pneumoconiosis, pulmonary fibrosis, chronic bronchitis, emphysema and bronchial asthma may develop.

【PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING】
Handling Precautions: Do not get into eyes, do not contact skin.
Storage Precautions: Keep container closed. Do not contact water and other liquid. Keep in dry, clean and cool conditions, preferably on pallets.

【ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES】
Spill Clean-Up Procedures: Leaks should be stopped. Spills should be contained and cleaned up immediately. Solid spills should be scooped up and placed in approved containers. Clean remaining material with vacuum..

【WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD】
Disposal Methods: Prevent waste from contaminating surrounding environment. Discard any product, residue, disposal container or liner in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations.

【TRANSPORT INFORMATION】
U.S. DOT Shipping Description: Not regulated for transportation by DOT, TDG, IMDG, ICAO/IATA.

【REGULATORY INFORMATION】
US Federal and State Regulations:
Sara 311/312 Hazard Catagories: Delayed (chronic) health hazard.