SAFETY DATA SHEET

Product:
Silica Clay

CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

A. RELEVANT IDENTIFIED USES OF SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE:

As for silica's function in clay and glazes, it provides the melting, or glassifying

agents in a clay body that allow the material to fuse together. Silica, however, has a high
melting point, so it does often need to be fluxed with the addition of other materials
that spurn it to melt at lower temperatures.

B. DETAILS OF THE SUPPLIER OF THE DATA SHEET:

Product Name: Silica clay
Common Name: Sand, Silica Sand, Quartz, Crystalline Silica, Flint, Ground Silica
Chemical Name: Silicon Dioxide
Company Name: Lithos Manufacturing
Company Address: 123 Manila City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Telephone Number: (+02) 12 643 5880

HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification:
This material is considered hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communications Standard (29
CFR 1910.1200).
Potential Health Effects:

Inhalation:
Silicosis:

 Respirable crystalline silica (quartz) can cause silicosis, a fibrosis (scarring) of the lungs Lung

Cancer:

 Crystalline silica (quartz) inhaled from occupational sources is classified as carcinogenic to

humans.

Tuberculosis:

 Silicosis increases the risk of tuberculosis.

 Silicosis may be progressive; it may lead to disability and death.

Autoimmune and Chronic Kidney Diseases:

 Some studies show excess numbers of cases of scleroderma

Manila City, Metro Manila, Philippines

+639059840280
+639159481457
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www.LM-bentonite.com
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 connective tissue disorders

 lupus,
 rheumatoid arthritis
 chronic kidney diseases and end-stage kidney disease in workers exposed to respirable
crystalline silica.

Eye Contact:

 Crystalline silica (quartz) may cause abrasion of the cornea.

Skin Contact:

 Not applicable

Ingestion:

 If large amounts are swallowed, get immediate medical attention.

First Aid Measures:

Eyes:

 Wash immediately with plenty of water.

 If irritation persists, seek medical attention.

Skin:

 Not applicable

Ingestion: 

 Not applicable

Inhalation: 

 No specific first-aid is necessary since the adverse health effects associated with exposure to
crystalline silica (quartz) result from chronic exposures.
 If there is a gross inhalation of crystalline silica (quartz), remove the person immediately to
fresh air, give artificial respiration as needed, seek medical attention as needed.

Notes to Physician: 

 Treat symptomatically and supportively.

Manila City, Metro Manila, Philippines

+639059840280
+639159481457
mvnsantos@gmail.com
www.LM-bentonite.com
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Product:
Silica Clay

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

CHEMICAL ANALYSIS

FORMULA WT %
SiO2 77.04
Al2O3 13.2
K2O 6.42
FeO 0.66
CaO 0.75
MgO 0.53
Na2O 1.4

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State White or tan

Appearance Clay
Odor Earthy
pH 6-8
Melting Point/Range 311 0°F/171 O°C
Boiling Point/Range 4046°F/2230°C
Flash Point No information available
Evaporation Rate No information available
Vapor Pressure No information available
Vapor Density No information available
Solubility Silica will dissolve in hydrofluoric acid and
produce a corrosive gas, silicon
tetrafluoride
Specific Gravity 2.65 g/cc
Decomposition No information available
Temperature
Viscosity Not applicable

STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity: Hazardous reactions will not occur under normal

conditions.
Chemical stability: The substance is stable under normal conditions.

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Possibility of hazardous reactions: Reacts violently with acids.

Conditions to avoid:
Incompatible materials:
Hazardous decomposition products:
Contact with powerful oxidizing agents such as
fluorine, chlorine trifluoride, and oxygen difluoride
may cause fires
Strong acids. Strong oxidizers.
Silica will dissolve in hydrofluoric acid and produce the
corrosive gas silicon tetrafluoride (SiF4).

HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautionary Statement:
 Do not breathe dust.
 Avoid contact with eyes.
 Wear suitable protective clothing.
 If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label.
 Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, acids.
Storage:
 Ensure trapping of dust produced during loading and unloading.
 Keep containers closed and store bags as to avoid accidental bursting.

INFORMATION, PRICES & ORDERING

For technical information, pricing and to place orders contact our Sales office on the following:

Telephone No.: +02 7839 328

Contact No.: +639059840280
+639159481457
Email: mvnsantos@gmail.com
Visit our website: www.LM-bentonite.com

Lithos Manufacuring
Manila City, Metro Manila, Philippines

Manila City, Metro Manila, Philippines

+639059840280
+639159481457
mvnsantos@gmail.com
www.LM-bentonite.com