Material Safety Data Sheet
Cliffhanger Tack
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SECTION I IDENTIFICATION OF PRODUCT |
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Product Name: |
Cliffhanger Tack |
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Chemical Composition: |
Betonite Clay 100% |
| Chemical Family: | Natural mineral, montmorillonite. |
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U.S. Distributor: |
Quattro
Environmental, Inc. |
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SECTION II INGREDIENTS |
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| Cliffhanger Tack is a clay product of naturally occurring hydrated aluminosilicate of sodium, calcium, magnesium and iron. | |
| Crystalline Quartz CAS# 14808-60-7 (naturally occurring contaminant) | 2 - 6% |
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SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA |
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Physical appearance: |
Pale grey to buff powder or granules, odorless |
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Boiling point: |
N/A |
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Specific gravity (H20 = 1): |
2.5 |
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Vapor pressure (mm Hg): |
N/A |
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Melting point: |
N/A |
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Vapor density (Air = 1): |
N/A |
| Solubility in water: | Negligible |
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SECTION IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA |
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Flash point (C) and method: |
N/A |
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Flammable limits: |
N/A LEL None UEL None |
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Extinguishing media: |
N/A |
| Special fire fighting procedures: | Inorganic mineral/non-flammable |
| Unusual fire/explosion hazards: | N/A |
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SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA |
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Nuisance Dust: |
Avoid breathing |
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Signs/symptoms of exposure: |
Excessive inhalation of dust may result in shortness of breath and reduced pulmonary function. |
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Acute and chronic: |
May cause delayed respiratory disease if dust inhaled over a prolonged period of time. |
| Emergency & First-Aid Procedures: | |
| Eye Contact: | Flush eyes with water |
| Gross inhalation of dust: | Remove to fresh air, give oxygen or artificial respiration if necessary; get medical attention. |
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SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA |
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Stability: |
Stable |
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Incompatibility (materials to avoid): |
None known, if used for intended purpose. |
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Hazardous decomposition or by-products: |
None known |
| Hazardous polymerization: | Will not occur |
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SECTION VII PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING/LEAK PROCEDURES |
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Steps to be taken if material is released or spilled: |
Vacuum if possible to avoid generating airborne dust. Avoid breathing dust. Wear an approved respirator. Avoid adding water, the product will become slippery when wet. |
| Waste disposal method: | Follow federal, state and local regulations for solid waste. |
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SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION |
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| Respiratory Protection (Specify type): | OSHA standard 1910.134 or ANSI Z88.2-1980 specification. Fire fighters should put on breathing apparatus. |
| Ventilation: | Local exhaust None |
| Hand protection: | None |
| Eye protection | Protective goggles |
