HT SIlica Reference Gel
Safety Data Sheet
According To Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules And Regulations
Revision Date: 04/10/2015
Date of issue: 11/19/2014 Version: 1.0
Product Name: HT SIlica Reference Gel
Part Number: 1700625, 9210392-9210395
Use of the Substance/Mixture: No use is specified.
1.3. Name, Address, and Telephone of the Responsible Party
Company
Rosemount Analytical Inc.
2400 Barranca Parkway
Irvine, CA 92606
USA
949-757-8500
Hazard Pictograms (GHS-US)
Hazard Statements (GHS-US)
H226 - Flammable liquid and vapor.
Precautionary Statements (GHS-US)
P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, open flames, sparks. - No smoking.
P233 - Keep container tightly closed.
P240 - Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 - Use explosion-proof electrical, lighting, ventilating equipment.
P242 - Use only non-sparking tools.
P243 - Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P280 - Wear eye protection, face protection, protective gloves.
P303+P361+P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with water/shower.
P370+P378 - In case of fire: Use foam, dry chemical extinguishing powder, carbon dioxide
(CO2) to extinguish.
P403+P235 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national,
provincial, and international regulations.
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION
1.1. Product Identifier
1.2. Intended Use of the Product
1.4. Emergency Telephone Number
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1. Classification of the Substance or Mixture
Classification (GHS-US)
Full text of H-phrases: see section 16
2.2. Label Elements
GHS-US Labeling
2.3. Other Hazards
Flammable vapors can accumulate in head space of closed systems. Exposure may aggravate those with pre-existing eye, skin, or
respiratory conditions.
HT SIlica Reference Gel
Safety Data Sheet
According To Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules And Regulations
27.3 - 40,
40 - 70,
70 - 94.75
Flam. Liq. 2, H225
Eye Irrit. 2A, H319
STOT SE 3, H336
General: None expected under normal conditions of use.
Inhalation: Overexposure may be irritating to the respiratory system.
Skin Contact: Repeated or prolonged exposure is likely to cause irritation.
Eye Contact: Direct contact with the eyes is likely irritating.
Ingestion: If a large quantity has been ingested : may cause irritation of the linings of the mouth, throat, and gastrointestinal tract.
Chronic Symptoms: None expected under normal conditions of use.
If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible).
Precautionary Measures Fire: Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire. Under fire conditions, hazardous fumes will be
present.
Firefighting Instructions: Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate
area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.
Protection During Firefighting: Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides. Halogenated compounds. Potassium oxides. Silicon oxides.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Alcohol foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use a heavy water stream. Use of heavy stream of water may spread fire.
Fire Hazard: Flammable liquid and vapor.
Explosion Hazard: May form flammable/explosive vapor-air mixture.
Reactivity: Reacts with (strong) oxidizers: (increased) risk of fire.
2.4. Unknown Acute Toxicity (GHS-US) No data available
SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1. Substances
Not applicable
3.2. Mixture
*More than one of the ranges of concentration prescribed by Controlled Products Regulations has been used where necessary due to
varying compostion.
Full text of H-phrases: see section 16
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1. Description of First Aid Measures
General: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label if possible).
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician if
you feel unwell.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Gently wash with plenty of soap and water followed by rinsing with water for at least
15 minutes. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do so. Continue
rinsing. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Do NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
4.2. Most Important Symptoms and Effects Both Acute and Delayed
4.3. Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed
SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1. Extinguishing Media
5.2. Special Hazards Arising From the Substance or Mixture
5.3. Advice for Firefighters
HT SIlica Reference Gel
Safety Data Sheet
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Reference to Other Sections
Refer to section 9 for flammability properties.
General Measures: Avoid breathing (vapor, mist, spray). Avoid all contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Eliminate every possible
source of ignition.
Protective Equipment: Use appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE).
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
Protective Equipment: Equip cleanup crew with proper protection.
Emergency Procedures: Ventilate area. Stop leak if safe to do so. Eliminate ignition sources.
For Containment: Contain any spills with dikes or absorbents to prevent migration and entry into sewers or streams.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Absorb and/or contain spill with inert material. Collect absorbed material and place into a sealed, labeled
container for proper disposal. Do not take up in combustible material such as: saw dust or cellulosic material. Use only non-sparking
tools.
For further information refer to section 13. See heading 8, Exposure Controls and Personal Protection.
Additional Hazards When Processed: Any proposed use of this product in elevated-temperature processes should be thoroughly
evaluated to assure that safe operating conditions are established and maintained. Handle empty containers with care because
residual vapors are flammable.
Hygiene Measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Wash hands and other exposed areas
with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work. Contaminated work clothing should not be
allowed out of the workplace.
Technical Measures: Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof ventilating, lighting, electrical
equipment.
Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Keep containers tightly closed. Do not store near heat, flame, or other
potential ignition sources. Do not store with oxidizers. Do not store in unlabeled containers. Ground all equipment containing this
material.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers.
Silica, amorphous (7631-86-9)
2 mg/m³ (respirable mass)
2 mg/m³ (respirable mass)
300 particle/mL (as measured by Konimeter
instrumentation)
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1. Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures
6.1.1. For Non-Emergency Personnel
6.1.2. For Emergency Personnel
6.2. Environmental Precautions
Contain any spills with dikes or absorbents to prevent migration and entry into sewers or streams. Do not allow to enter drains or
water courses. Contact competent authorities after a spill.
6.3. Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up
6.4. Reference to Other Sections
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1. Precautions for Safe Handling
7.2. Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities
7.3. Specific End Use(s)
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1. Control Parameters
For substances listed in section 3 that are not listed here, there are no established Exposure limits from the manufacturer, supplier,
importer, or the appropriate advisory agency including: ACGIH (TLV), NIOSH (REL), OSHA (PEL), Canadian provincial governments, or
the Mexican government.