Van Air Systems Ceramic Bead User Manual

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U.S. Department of Labor Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (non­mandatory form)
May be used to comply with OSHA’s
Hazard Communication Standard, 29
CFR 1910.1200. Standard must be
consulted for specific requirements.

Section 1 – Chemical Product Information Date Prepared: January 1, 2014
Product: Ceramic Bead 1/4" and 1/2” (Prebed)

(Denstone 57: Bed support)
Part No.: 33-0114, 33-0281, 33-0389, 33-0390 and 33-0375

Section 2 – Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Hazardous Components Other Limits

(Specific Chemical Identity/Common Name(s)) OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Recommended % Optional

CAS# mg/m3
Silicon Dioxide 14808-60-7 0.1 These shaped articles are not a 67.4
Aluminum Oxide 1344-28-1 5 regulated chemical as they do 24.1
Titanium Oxide 13463-67-7 5 not release or otherwise result in 1.18
Ferric Oxide 1309-37-1 5 exposure to a hazardous chemical 1.65
Calcium Oxide 1305-78-8 2 under normal conditions of use. 0.39
Magnesium Oxide 1309-48-4 5 0.51
Potassium Oxide 12136-45-7 10 3.28
Sodium Oxide 1313-59-3 10 1.18

Section 3 – Physical Chemical Characteristics

Boiling Point: Not applicable.
Specific Gravity (Water=1): 2.6
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): Not applicable.
Melting Point: Not applicable.
Vapor Density (Air=1): Not applicable.
Solubility in Water: Insoluble.
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1): Not applicable.

Appearance and Odor: Buff – colored solid spheres – odorless.

Section 4 – Fire and Explosion Hazard Information

Flammable Properties
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Method Used: Not applicable.
Flammability Limits
LEL: Not applicable.
UEL: Not applicable.
Fire Fighting Instructions: Non-flammable.
Extinguishing Media: Not applicable.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Not applicable.

Material Safety Data Sheet

Van Air Systems Ceramic Bead 1/2” (Prebed) Material Safety Data Sheet Page 2 of 2
Date Prepared: January 1, 2012

Section 5 – Reactivity Information

Stability (Conditions to avoid): Stable. Active fluorides.
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid): Silicate products may react, although not violently, with hydrofluoric

acid or active fluorides.
Hazardous decomposition/byproducts: None.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 6 – Health Hazard Information
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation, skin and eye contact.

Health Hazards (acute and chronic): Excessive exposure to silica can lead to Silicosis. Silica may also be

a possible carcinogen. Most of the silica is chemically combined as

silicates.
Carcinogenicity: No information available.
NTP: No.
IARC Monographs: No.
OSHA Regulated: No.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: May cause eye irritation or dry skin after long exposure. Breathing in

dust may aggravate conditions of the upper respiratory tract.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures

Eyes: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Examine for physical

presence of particles.
Skin: Wash with soap and water. Treat for dry skin.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.

IF IRRITATION PERSISTS SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION
Section 7 – Precautions for Safe Handling and Use

Small/Large Spills: Minimize dust. Sweep, shovel or vacuum up immediately. Watch

footing if articles fall onto walking surface.
Waste Disposal Method: Landfill in accordance with local, federal and state regulations. Be

guided by extraneous matter to which these articles may have been

exposed in the user’s process.
Handling & Store: Store in a dry area. Avoid over stacking to the point of deforming

cartons.
Other precautions: Avoid rough handling to avoid abrading or crushing the articles.

Suppress dust when unloading (wear respirator). Protect against

sharp broken edges.
Section 8 – Control Measures

Respiratory Protection (specific type): NIOSH approved disposable or other dust masks. See OSHA CFR

1910.134.
Ventilation: Use adequate ventilation.
Local & Mechanical Exhaust – Yes, if dust levels exceed limits.
Special and other Exhaust – Not applicable.
Protective Gloves: Recommended.
Eye Protection: Recommended.
Other Protective Clothing & Equipment: These articles are hard and abrasive. Minimize bodily contact with

gloves, safety goggles and adequate covering.

Work/Hygienic Practices: Wash thoroughly after handling.