3M™ Scotch-Brite™ Heavy Duty Hand Pads, 7440 & 7440B 02/24/14
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5.3. Special protective actions for fire-fighters
No unusual fire or explosion hazards are anticipated.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Observe precautions from other sections.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Not applicable.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Not applicable.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
For industrial or professional use only. Avoid breathing of dust created by sanding, grinding or machining. Combustible dust
may form by action of this product on another material (substrate). Dust generated from the substrate during use of this
product may be explosive if in sufficient concentration with an ignition source. Dust deposits should not be allowed to
accumulate on surfaces because of the potential for secondary explosions.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage including any incompatibilities
No special storage requirements.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1. Control parameters
Occupational exposure limits
Ingredient C.A.S. No. Agency Limit type Additional Comments
Aluminum Oxide Mineral (nonfibrous)
1344-28-1 Chemical
Manufacturer
Rec Guid
TWA:1 fiber/cc
Aluminum Oxide Mineral (nonfibrous)
1344-28-1 US Dept of
Labor - OSHA
TWA(as total dust):15
mg/m3;TWA(respirable
fraction):5 mg/m3
Aluminum, insoluble compounds 1344-28-1 Amer Conf of
Gov. Indust.
Hyg.
TWA(respirable fraction):1
mg/m3
Titanium Dioxide 13463-67-7 Amer Conf of
Gov. Indust.
Hyg.
TWA:10 mg/m3
Titanium Dioxide 13463-67-7 Chemical
Manufacturer
Rec Guid
TWA(as respirable dust):5
mg/m3
Titanium Dioxide 13463-67-7 US Dept of
Labor - OSHA
TWA(as total dust):15 mg/m3
Nylon Fiber 32131-17-2 Chemical
Manufacturer
Rec Guid
TWA(as respirable dust):5
mg/m3;TWA(as total dust):10
mg/m3
Amer Conf of Gov. Indust. Hyg. : American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
American Indust. Hygiene Assoc : American Industrial Hygiene Association