MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION I - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

Product Name: HIGH CALCIUM WHMIS – CLASSIFICATION:

LIMESTONE D2A: MATERIALS CAUSING OTHER TOXIC EFFECTS

MANUFACTURER’S AND SUPPLIER’S NAME:

GRAYMONT (NB) INC 4634, Route 880, Havelock, New Brunswick, E4Z 5K8.
GRAYMONT MATERIALS (NY) INC. 111, Quarry Road, Plattsburg, New York, 12901
GRAYMONT (PA) INC. 194, Match Factory Place, Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, 16823
GRAYMONT (PORTNEUF) INC. 595, boul. Dussault, St-Marc des Carrières, Québec, G0A 4B0
GRAYMONT (QC) INC. 25 – 206, rue De Lauzon, Boucherville, Québec, J4B 1E7.
GRAYMONT (WESTERN CANADA) INC. #260 – 4311, 12th Street N.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2E 4P9
GRAYMONT WESTERN LIME INC. 206 N. 6th Avenue, West Bend, Wisconsin, 53095
GRAYMONT (WESTERN US) INC. 3950 South, 700 East, Suite 301, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84107
GRAYMONT (WI) INC. Foot of Hill Avenue, Superior, Wisconsin, 54880
EMERGENCY TEL. No.: (613) 996 – 6666 CANUTEC (Canada) (800) 424 – 9300 CHEMTREC (US)
Chemical Name Chemical Family Chemical Formula
Calcium Carbonate Alkaline earth Complex mixture - mostly CaCO3
Molecular Weight Trade Name and Synonyms Material Use
CaCO3 = 100.09 Limestone, Calcium Carbonate, Neutralization, desulphurization, flux,
Calcite, Aragonite, Flux stone, Fine aggregates, mineral filler, liming, lime,
Ground Limestone. feed ingredient,

SECTION II - COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Hazardous Approximate C.A.S. Exposure limits

Ingredients Concentration Number (mg/m3)
OSHA ACGIH RSST MSHA NIOSH NIOSH
PEL TLV VEMP PEL REL IDLH
(Complex Mixture) (% by weight) (TWA) 8/40h (TWA) 8/40h (TWA) 8/40h (TWA) 8/40h (TWA) 10/40h

Limestone 60 to 100 1317-65-3 15 (T) TLV 10 (T) 10 (T) 10 (T) N/A

(Note 3) 5 (R) withdrawn 5 (R)

Crystalline Silica, 0 to 0.1 14808-60-7 30/(%SiO2)+2 0.025 (R) 0.1 (R) 30/(%SiO2)+2 0.05 (R) 50
(T) (T)
Quartz Or 10/(%SiO2)+2 10/(%SiO2)+2
0.1 to 1 (R) (R)
(Note 1)

(Note 1): Concentration of crystalline silica in a series of limestone products will vary from source to source. It was not detected on some
samples (< 0.1% w/w). Therefore two ranges are being disclosed. (Note 2): ACGIH TLV Version 1973 has been adopted by the Mine
Safety Health Administration (MSHA) as the regulatory Exposure Standard. (Note 3): The value is for particulate matter containing no
asbestos and less than 1 % crystalline silica. (Note 4): ACGIH Documentation and adopted TLV for calcium carbonate were withdrawn in
2007 due to insufficient data. (Note 5): (T) Total Dust; (R): Respirable Dust.
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SECTION III - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA

Physical State Odor and Appearance Odor Threshold (p.p.m.) Specific Gravity
Gas  Liquid  Solid  Odorless – White to gray solid or Not applicable 2.68 – 2.76
powder

Vapor Pressure (mm) Vapor Density Evaporation Rate Boiling Point (C) Melting Point (C)
(Air = 1)
Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable

Solubility in Water (20C) Volatiles (% by volume) pH (25 C) Bulk Density (kg/m3) Coefficient of water/oil
distribution

0.00066g/100g Not applicable 8.0 – 9.2 900 – 1900 Not applicable

SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

Flammability
Yes  No  If yes, under which
conditions?
Extinguishing Media

Limestone does not burn. Use extinguishing media appropriate to surrounding fire conditions.

Special Fire Fighting Procedures

Limestone is generally non-flammable, but ignites on contact with fluorine. Wear adequate personal protection
to prevent contact with material or its combustion products. Firefighters should use self-contained NIOSH
approved breathing apparatus with full face piece to protect against the products of combustion.

Flash point (o C) and Method Upper flammable limit (% by volume) Lower flammable limit (% by volume)

Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable

Auto Ignition Temperature (C) TDG Flammability Classification Hazardous Combustion Products

Not applicable Non-flammable None

Dangerous Combustion Products None

EXPLOSION DATA

Sensitivity to Chemical Impact Rate of Burning Explosive Power Sensitivity to Static Discharge

Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable

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SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA

Chemical Stability
Yes  No  If no, under which Limestone is a very stable chemical substance.
conditions? Decomposes at 870 °C to form carbon dioxide and calcium oxide.
Incompatibility to other substances
Yes  No  If so, which ones? Fluorine, magnesium, aluminum, silicon, hydrogen, mercury, aluminum
sulfate, ammonium salts, acids.

Reactivity
Yes  No  If so, under which Limestone is a very stable chemical substance. Decomposition does not
conditions? occur at normal temperatures (inferior to 600°C). Reacts chemically with
strong acids to form calcium based compounds and to liberate carbon
dioxide.

Hazardous Decomposition Products Decomposition at 870oC will produce calcium oxide and carbon dioxide.

Hazardous Polymerization Products Will not occur.

SECTION VI - TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES

Route of Entry

 Skin Contact  Skin Absorption  Eye Contact  Acute  Chronic Inhalation  Ingestion
Inhalation
Effects of Acute Exposure to Product:
Skin May cause dryness and irritation. Skin Irritation Data: Skin-Rabbit-500 mg/ 24 h – Moderate.
Eyes May cause eye irritation with discomfort or pain, local redness and swelling of the conjunctiva.
Eye Irritation Data: Eye-Rabbit-750 μg/ 24 h – Severe.
Inhalation If inhaled in form of dust, may cause respiratory tract, irritation / inflammation. Exposure may
cause coughing and sneezing. Large amounts may cause chemical pneumonitis.
Ingestion Cause gastro-intestinal irritation. If ingested in large quantities may cause nausea, constipation
and hypercalcaemia, hemorrhage

Effects of Chronic Exposure to Product:

No signs or symptoms of chronic exposure have been reported. This product may contain trace amounts of
crystalline silica. Excessive inhalation of respirable crystalline silica dust may result in respiratory disease,
including silicosis, pneumoconiosis and pulmonary fibrosis.

LD50 of Product (Specify Species and Route) Irritancy of Product Exposure limits of Product
6450 mg/kg (Rat, Oral) Eyes Unavailable

LC50 of Product (Specify Species) Sensitization to Product Synergistic materials

Unavailable None None reported
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SECTION VI - TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES (Cont’d)

 Carcinogenicity  Reproductive effects  Tératogenicity  Mutagenicity

Limestone is not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, MSHA, OSHA, NTP, DFG, RSST or IARC. It may, however,
contain trace amounts of Crystalline Silica listed carcinogens by these organizations.
Crystalline Silica, which inhaled in the form of quartz or crystobalite from occupational sources, is classified by
IARC as carcinogenic to humans. (Group 1)
Silica, crystalline (Airborne particles of respirable size) is regulated under California's Safe Drinking Water and
Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65). Crystalline Silica is listed as a chemical known to the State to
cause cancer.
NIOSH considers crystalline silica to be potential occupational carcinogen as defined by the OSHA carcinogen
policy [29 CFR 1990]. (Ca).
NTP lists respirable Crystalline Silica as known to be human carcinogens based on sufficient evidence of
carcinogenicity in humans. (K).
ACGIH lists respirable Crystalline Silica (quartz) as suspected human carcinogen. (A2).
DFG lists respirable Crystalline Silica as a substance that causes cancer in man (1)
RSST lists respirable Crystalline Silica (quartz) as suspected human carcinogen.

SECTION VII - PREVENTIVE MEASURES

Personal Protective Equipment Wear clean, dry gloves, full length pants over boots, long sleeved shirt buttoned
(PPE) at the neck, head protection and approved eye protection selected for the working
conditions.

Gloves (Specify) Gauntlets Cuff style.

Respiratory (Specify) NIOSH approved respirator.

Up to 50 mg/m3: (APF = 5) Any particulate respirator equipped with an N/R/P95,
N/R/P99 or N/R/P100 filter and quarter-mask respirator.
Up to 100 mg/m3: (APF = 10) Any particulate respirator equipped with an N/R/P95,
N/R/P99 or N/R/P100 filter and half-mask respirator.
Up to 250 mg/m3: (APF = 25). Any powered, air purifying respirator equipped with
an N/R/P95, N/R/P99 or N/R/P100 filter or supplied-air respirator with elastomeric
half-mask / facepiece.
For respirable quartz levels that exceed or are likely to exceed an 8-hr TWA of 0.1
mg/m3, a NIOSH approved (N/R/P95) dust respirator is recommended.
For respirable quartz levels that exceed or are likely to exceed an 8-hr TWA of 0.5
mg/m3, a NIOSH approved HEPA (N/R/P100) filter respirator is recommended.
For respirable quartz levels that exceed or are likely to exceed an 8-hr TWA of 5.0
mg/m3, a NIOSH approved positive pressure (SAR), full face respirator or
equivalent is recommended.

Eyes (Specify) ANSI, CSA or ASTM approved safety glasses with side shields. Tight fitting dust
goggles should be worn when excessive (visible) dust conditions are present. Do
not wear contact lenses without tight fitting goggles when handling this chemical.

Footwear (Specify) Usual protection

Clothing (Specify) Fully covering skin.

Other (Specify) Evaluate degree of exposure and use PPE if necessary.

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SECTION VII - PREVENTIVE MEASURES (Cont’d)

Engineering Controls (e.g. ventilation, enclosed process, specify)

Enclose dust sources; use exhaust ventilation (dust collector) or other engineering controls at handling points
to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits.

Leak and Spill Procedure

Limit access to trained personnel. Sweep up and place in container. Use industrial vacuums for large spills.
Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area.

Waste Disposal
Transport to disposal area or bury. Review Federal, Provincial and local Environmental regulations.

Handling Procedures and Equipment

Avoid skin and eye contact. Minimize dust generation. Wear protective goggles and in cases of insufficient
ventilation, use NIOSH approved anti-dust mask. An eye wash station should be readily available where this
product is used.

Storage Requirements
Keep tightly closed containers in a cool, dry and well ventilated area, away from acids.

Special Shipment Information

Limestone is neither regulated by the Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Regulations (Canada) nor by
the Hazardous Materials Regulations (USA).

SECTION VIII - FIRST AID MEASURES

Skin
Carefully and gently brush the contaminated body surfaces in order to remove all traces of Limestone. Use a
brush, cloth or gloves. Remove all Limestone-contaminated clothing. Rinse contaminated area with lukewarm
water. If irritation occurs or persists seek medical attention.

Eyes
Immediately rinse contaminated eye(s) with gently running lukewarm water (saline solution is preferred) for 15
to 20 minutes. In the case of an embedded particle in the eye, or If irritation occurs or persists, consult a
physician.

Inhalation
Move source of dust or move victim to fresh air. Obtain medical attention immediately. If victim does not
breathe, give artificial respiration. Contact a physician immediately.

Ingestion
If victim is conscious, wash out mouth with water. Have conscious person drink several glasses of water to
dilute. Induce vomiting. Contact a physician immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious or
convulsing person.

General Advise
Consult a physician for all exposures except minor instances of inhalation.
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SECTION IX - REGULATORY INFORMATION

Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title III). / The Emergency Planning and “Community
Right-to-Know” Act (EPCRA). / Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA). /
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).
Component Limestone has been reviewed against the following regulatory listings:
 SARA Section 302 – Emergency Planning Notification. Extremely Hazardous Substances (EHS) List and
Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ). (40 CFR, Part 355, Section 30): Not listed.
 SARA Section 304 – Emergency Release Notification. Extremely Hazardous Substances (EHS) and
Reportable Quantity (RQ) List. (40 CFR, Part 355, Section 40): Not listed.
 SARA Section 311/312 – Hazard Categories (40 CFR, Part 370): This product is not listed under CFR
1910.1200 (OSHA Hazard Communication).
 SARA Section 313 – Toxics Release Inventory (TRI). Toxic Chemical List (40 CFR, Part 372): Not listed.
 CERCLA – Hazardous Substance (40 CFR, Part 302): Not listed in Table 302.4.
 RCRA – Hazardous Waste Number (40 CFR, Part 261, Subpart D): Not listed.
 RCRA – Hazardous Waste Classification (40 CFR, Part 261, Subpart C): Not classified.

CWA 311. – Clean Water Act List of Hazardous Substances.

Limestone does not appear on the Clean Water Act (CWA) list of hazardous substances.

California Proposition 65.

Component Limestone does not appear on the above regulatory listing. This product may contain small
amounts of crystalline silica. Silica, crystalline (Airborne particles of respirable size) is regulated under
California’s Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65). Crystalline Silica is listed
as a chemical known to the State to cause cancer.

Transportation – Hazardous Materials Regulations (USA) & Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Regulations (Can).
Limestone does not appear on the above regulatory listings

Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).

All naturally occurring components of this product are automatically included in the USEPA TSCA Inventory
List per 40 CFR 710.4 (b). All other components are listed on the USEPA TSCA Chemical Substances Inventory.
Limestone is exempt from reporting under the inventory update rule.

Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) – Substances Lists (DSL/NDSL).

Limestone is specified on the Non-Domestic Substances List (NDSL). Calcium Carbonate is specified on the
public Portion of the Domestic Substances List (DSL).

ANSI/NSF 60 - Drinking Water Treatment Additives.

Limestone has been investigated with respect to elements identified by EPA as toxic and it has been classified
for use in direct contact with drinking water. (in accordance with Standard ANSI/NSF 60). For a list of classified
products, refer to Underwriters Laboratories Inc.’s Online Certifications Directory.

FDA - U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Department of Health and Human Services.
Limestone has been determined as “Generally Recognized As Safe” (GRAS) by FDA. See 21CFR184.1409. (CFR
Title 21 Part 184 - - Direct food substances affirmed as generally recognized as safe).
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SECTION X - OTHER INFORMATION

Fire Hazard
National Fire Protection
Hazardous Materials
Association (U.S.)
Identification System
NFPA 704
(U.S.)
Health Hazard Instability / Thermal
Hazard
NFPA has not assigned
a rating to Limestone.

Specific hazard

WHMIS Classification:

“D2A” Materials causing other toxic effects.

Symbol:

Additional Information/Comments:
The technical data contained herein is given as information only and is believed to be reliable.
GRAYMONT makes no guarantee of results and assumes no obligation or liability in connection therewith.

Sources Used:
NFPA, NLA, TDG, CSST, RSST, (LSRO-FASEB), Hazardous Products Act, Environment Canada, Enviroguide, OSHA,
ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, CFR, NTP, HSDB, EPA SRS, RTECS, DFG, Chemistry and Technology of Lime and Limestone (John
Wiley and Sons, Inc.), Lime and Limestone (WILEY-VCH).

SECTION XI - PREPARATION INFORMATION

Prepared by: Telephone number: Date :

GRAYMONT (QC) INC.
Quality Assurance & Technical Services (450) 449-2262 May 2012

An electronic version of this MSDS is available at: www.graymont.com under the PRODUCTS
section.