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Dustrol MSDS
Dustrol MSDS
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Page 1 of 4
DUSTROL
PRODUCT(S): DUSTROL
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Calcium Sulfate Hemihydrate (Plaster of Paris, CaSO4•½H2O)
SECTION II
INGREDIENTS
SECTION III
PHYSICAL DATA
SECTION IV
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
CARCINOGENICITY OF INGREDIENTS:
MATERIAL IARC NTP
Crystalline Silica Group 1 Listed
The average concentration of respirable crystalline silica measured in USG plaster of paris was less than 0.1 Wt.%.
In June, 1997, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified crystalline silica (quartz and
cristobalite) as a human carcinogen. In making the overall evaluation, the IARC Working Group noted that
carcinogenicity in humans was not detected in all industrial circumstances studied. Carcinogenicity may be dependent
on inherent characteristics of the crystalline silica or on external factors affecting its biological activity or distribution of
its polymorphs.
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IARC states that crystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz or cristobalite from occupational sources is carcinogenic
to humans (Group 1).
SECTION VI
REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable
INCOMPATIBILITY: Acids
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION: Above 1450°C could produce CaO and SO2.
SECTION VII
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
SECTION VIII
SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
No TLV assigned to this mixture, see Ingredients Section. Minimize exposures in accordance with good hygiene
practice.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
Not typically necessary under normal conditions of use. Provide general ventilation and local exhaust ventilation to
meet TLV requirements of individual ingredients and to control dusting conditions. Avoid creating dust. Wear a
NIOSH/MSHA-approved dust respirator in poorly ventilated areas and/or if TLV is exceeded.
VENTILATION:
Ventilate to keep exposures below TLV. General ventilation is expected to be satisfactory. Use local exhaust
ventilation if necessary to control dust.
SECTION IX
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
∆WARNING!
When mixed with water, this material hardens and becomes very hot – sometimes quickly. DO NOT attempt to make a
cast enclosing any part of the body using this material. Failure to follow these instructions can cause severe burns that
may require surgical removal of affected tissue or amputation of limb. Dust may cause eye, nose, throat, or respiratory
irritation. Avoid dust inhalation and exposure to dust. If dusty, wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved dust respirator. Use
proper ventilation to reduce dust exposure. Wear eye protection. If eye contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water for
15 minutes. If irritation persists, call physician. Do not ingest. If ingested, call physician. Product safety information:
(800) 507-8899 or www.usg.com
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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