GSA Resources, Inc. produces the CABSORB® product line of zeolites, and specialty clay products. GSA also provides consulting services on the uses and applications of specialty and performance industrial minerals.

 

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
CABSORB ZK406H

Date: 10/14/88

Revised: 07/01/91

Supersedes: N.A.

I.

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Trade Name:

CABSORB

Chemical Name:

Hydrated sodium aluminosilicate mineral

Synonyms:

Zeolite, clinoptilolite

CAS Registry No:

1318-02-1

DOT Hazard Class:

N.A.

DOT Shipping Name:

N.A.

II.

PHYSICAL DATA

Appearance and Odor:

Dry tan granules. Odorless.

Specific Gravity (liquids only):

N.A.

Solubility in Water:

Negligible.

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg at o F, nonaqueous liquids only):

N.A.

Evaporation Rate (Butyl acetate = 100, nonaqueous liquids only):

N.A.

Solids Content (solutions, dispersions, or pastes only):.

N.A

Boiling Point (o F, nonaqueous liquids only):

N.A.

pH (aqueous liquids only):

N.A.

III.

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

Flash Point (o F):

N.A.

Flammable Limits (vapor in air, Vol. %):

N.A.

Fire Extinguishing Media:

N.A.

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:

None

IV.

REACTIVITY DATA

Stability:

Stable

Conditions to Avoid:

N.A.

Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid):

N.A.

Hazardous Decomposition Products:

None

V.

SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

Environmental Hazards:

No known adverse effects.

Spillage:

Sweep, scoop, or vacuum discharged material.

Waste Disposal Method:

Landfill according to local, state, and federal regulations.

VI.

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

Eye Contact:

May cause irritation.

Skin Contact:

May cause irritation.

Inhalation:

Causes Irritation.

Ingestion:

No hazards known or suspected.

Chronic Hazards:

No known chronic hazards. Not listed by OSHA, NTP or IARC as a carcinogen.

VII.

SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Respiratory Protection:

Use NIOSH approved dust mask or respirator where dust occurs.

Gloves:

Plastic, rubber or cotton.

Eye Protection:

Safety glasses, or chemical goggles.

Other Protective Equipment:

N.A.

Personal Hygiene:

Avoid breathing dust.

Engineering Control:

Use with adequate ventilation.

VIII.

SUBSTANCES FOR WHICH STANDARDS HAVE BEEN SET

OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit or ACGIH Threshold Limit:

Values have not been established. Recommended Ceiling Limit: 15 mg/m3 Total dust. 5 mg/m3 Respirable fraction.

Exposure Analysis Methods:

Respirable sampler or Midget impinger see: J. Am. Ind. Hyg.Assoc., 28:554 (1967)

IX.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Contact:

Dan T. Eyde

GSA Resources, Inc.

Box 509

Cortaro, Arizona 85652

Telephone:(520) 744-8845

FAX:(520) 744-7770

e-mail: deyde@gsaresources.com

URL: http://www.gsaresources.com/

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