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Silica Gel |
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION |
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Product Name : Silica Gel
Other Designations : Desiccant
Chemical Formula : SiO2.nH2O |
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COMPOSITION / DATA ON COMPONENTS |
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Ingredient CAS No. Percent Hazardous
Silica Gel 7631-86-9 100% Yes |
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HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATION |
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Silica Gel is synthetic amorphous silica not
to be confused with crystalline silica.
Epidemiological studies indicate low
potential from adverse heath effects.
Inhalation : Causes irritation to the
respiratory tract. Symptoms may include
coughing, shortness of breath.
Ingestion : May cause obstruction in
stomach, as it hardens with moisture.
Symptoms include stomach pain, distress.
Skin Contact : Causes irritation,
redness & pain
Eye Contact : Causes irritation,
redness & pain.
Chronic Exposure : Repeated Exposure
may cause symptoms similar to those listed
for acute effects. Synthetic amorphous
Silica does not produce Silicosis. |
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FIRST AID MEASURES |
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Inhalation : Remove to fresh air. If
not breathing, give artificial respiration.
If Breathing is difficult give oxygen. Get
medical attention.
Ingestion : Induce vomiting
immediately as directed by medical
personnel. Never give anything by mouth to
an unconscious person. Get medical
attention.
Skin Contact : Immediately flush skin
with plenty of water for atleast 15 minutes.
Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get
medical attention. Wash clothing before
reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Eye Contact : Immediately flush eyes
with plenty of water for atleast 15 minutes.
Lifting lower and upper eyelids
occasionally. Get medical attention
immediately.
Note to Physician : Drinking
glycerin, gelatin solutions or large volumes
of water may delay the hardening in the
stomach. Surgical relief of obstruction,
particularly in the pylorus may be
necessary. |
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES |
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Fire Extinguishing Media : Use any
suitable for extinguishing surrounding
media.
Unusual Fire & Explosive : Not
considered to be a Fire and an explosion
hazard.
In the event of a fire, wear full protective
clothing and self - contained apparatus with
full facepiece operated in the pressure
demand or other positive pressure mode. |
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURE |
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Personal Precautions : Respiratory
protection, eye protection
Spills : Sweep or vacuum the spill
area, avoid rising dust. Not known to have
any adverse affect on aquatic environment.
It is insoluble & non-toxic. |
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HANDLING & STORAGE |
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Precautions for Safe Handling :
Handling in airtight container, moisture
proof and water proof.
Measures to prevent fire /Explosion :
Non-flammable or explosive
Storage : Store in a cool, dry and
ventilated area. Keep tightly sealed to
protect quality of product. |
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION |
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Avoid prolonged breathing of dust or contact
with skin. Drying action of this material
can cause irritation of mucous membranes of
nose and throat & irritation of Skin. Wear
protective handgloves and clean body
covering clothing. Use chemical safety
goggles. Maintain eye wash fountain and
quick-drench facilities in work area. |
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES |
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Appearance : White semitransparent & Glass
like
Odor : Odorless OR Blue granules
pH (50g/l water) (20°C) : 3.5 - 8
Boiling Point : Not applicable
Density : 600 Kg /m3 Melting Point : NA
Solubility : Insoluble in water Flash Point
: Not applicable
Vapour Density : No Vapour Pressure: Non
Evaporation Rate : No information found
Specific Gravity : 2.1 |
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STABILITY & REACTIVITY |
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Stability : Very hygroscopic. Stable under
ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Hazardous Decomposition Products : Burning
may produce Sulphur Oxides. Oxides of
Silicons.
Hazardous Polymerizations : Will not occur.
Incompatibilities : Diazomethane, Aluminium,
Phosphorous. Reacts with Hydrogen fluoride,
strong acids, strong bases.
Conditions to Avoid : Air, moisture and
incompatibles. |
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION |
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The product is non - toxic. |
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COLOGICAL INFORMATION |
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Silica gel is chemically & biological inert.
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION |
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Whatever can not be saved for recovery or
recycling should be managed in appropriate
and approved waste disposal facility.
Processing use or contamination of this
product may change the waste management
options. State and local disposal
regulations may differ from federal disposal
regulations. Dispose of container and unused
contents in-accordance with federal, state
and local requirements. |
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TRANSPORT INFORMATION |
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Not dangerous goods. |
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OTHER INFORMATION |
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The applicable regulations and industrial
hygiene standards have to be considered.
This information is provided in good faith,
but without express or implied warranty. |
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DISCLAIMER |
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DESICCA CHEMICALS provides the information
contained herein good faith but makes no
representation as to its comprehensiveness
or accuracy. This document is intended only
as a guide to the appropriate precautionary
handling of the material by a properly
trained person using this product.
Individuals receiving the information must
exercise their independent judgment in
determining its appropriateness for a
particular purposes. |
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