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1. Identification
Product identifier Desi-Can
Other means of identification
SDS number 00410
Part Number 803-546
Recommended use Absorbent
Recommended restrictions None known.
Manufacturer/Importer/Supplier/Distributor information
Supplier
Company name LECO Corporation
Address 3000 Lakeview Avenue
St. Joseph, MI 49085
United States
Telephone 269-983-5531
Website www.leco.com
E-mail info@leco.com
Emergency phone number Chemtrec: 800-424-9300
Chemtrec Int'l: 703-527-3887
2. Hazard(s) identification
Physical hazards Not classified.
Health hazards Sensitization, respiratory Category 1
Sensitization, skin Category 1
Carcinogenicity Category 1B
Reproductive toxicity Category 1B
Environmental hazards Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 2
long-term hazard
OSHA defined hazards Not classified.
Label elements
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3. Composition/information on ingredients
Mixtures
Chemical name Common name and synonyms CAS number %
Precipitated Silica 112926-00-8 50 - 100
(Silica-amorphous)
Cobalt dichloride 7646-79-9 <1
*Designates that a specific chemical identity and/or percentage of composition has been withheld as a trade secret.
4. First-aid measures
Inhalation Move to fresh air. Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. Call a physician if symptoms develop or
persist.
Skin contact Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water.
Eye contact Flush eyes with water as a precaution. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.
Ingestion Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
Most important Not available.
symptoms/effects, acute and
delayed
Indication of immediate Provide general supportive measures and treat symptomatically.
medical attention and special
treatment needed
5. Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media Carbon dioxide (CO2). Powder. Water spray. Alcohol resistant foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing Not available.
media
Specific hazards arising from During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed.
the chemical
Special protective equipment Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.
and precautions for firefighters
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US. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
Components Type Value
Cobalt dichloride (CAS TWA 0.02 mg/m3
7646-79-9)
US. NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards
Components Type Value
Precipitated Silica TWA 6 mg/m3
(Silica-amorphous) (CAS
112926-00-8)
Biological limit values
ACGIH Biological Exposure Indices
Components Value Determinant Specimen Sampling Time
Cobalt dichloride (CAS 15 µg/l Cobalt Urine *
7646-79-9)
1 µg/l Cobalt Blood *
* - For sampling details, please see the source document.
Appropriate engineering Provide adequate ventilation.
controls
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection If contact is likely, safety glasses with side shields are recommended.
Skin protection
Hand protection Wear suitable gloves. Suitable gloves can be recommended by the glove supplier.
Other Not available.
Respiratory protection No personal respiratory protective equipment normally required. In case of insufficient ventilation,
wear suitable respiratory equipment.
Thermal hazards Not available.
General hygiene Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as washing after handling the material
considerations and before eating, drinking, and/or smoking. Routinely wash work clothing and protective
equipment to remove contaminants. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the
workplace.
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Relative density Not available.
Solubility(ies)
Solubility (water) Insoluble
Partition coefficient Not available.
(n-octanol/water)
Auto-ignition temperature Not available.
Decomposition temperature Not available.
Viscosity Not available.
Other information
Density 2.10 g/cm3
Explosive properties Not explosive.
* Estimates for product may be based on additional component data not shown.
Skin corrosion/irritation Prolonged skin contact may cause temporary irritation.
Serious eye damage/eye Direct contact with eyes may cause temporary irritation.
irritation
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Respiratory sensitization May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
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Skin sensitization May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Germ cell mutagenicity Not available.
Carcinogenicity
IARC Monographs. Overall Evaluation of Carcinogenicity
Precipitated Silica (Silica-amorphous) (CAS 3 Not classifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans.
112926-00-8)
OSHA Specifically Regulated Substances (29 CFR 1910.1001-1050)
Not listed.
US. National Toxicology Program (NTP) Report on Carcinogens
Not available.
Reproductive toxicity May damage fertility.
Specific target organ toxicity - Not classified.
single exposure
Specific target organ toxicity - Not classified.
repeated exposure
Aspiration hazard Not available.
* Estimates for product may be based on additional component data not shown.
Persistence and degradability No data is available on the degradability of this product.
Bioaccumulative potential No data available.
Mobility in soil No data available.
Other adverse effects No other adverse environmental effects (e.g. ozone depletion, photochemical ozone creation
potential, endocrine disruption, global warming potential) are expected from this component.
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Packing group III
ERG Code 9L
Special precautions for user Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling.
IMDG
UN number UN3077
UN proper shipping name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S., MARINE POLLUTANT
Transport hazard class(es)
Class 9
Subsidiary risk -
Packing group III
Special precautions for user Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling.
DOT; IATA; IMDG
Marine pollutant
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Other federal regulations
Clean Air Act (CAA) Section 112 Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs) List
Cobalt dichloride (CAS 7646-79-9)
Clean Air Act (CAA) Section 112(r) Accidental Release Prevention (40 CFR 68.130)
Not regulated.
Safe Drinking Water Act Not regulated.
(SDWA)
US state regulations
US. California Controlled Substances. CA Department of Justice (California Health and Safety Code Section 11100)
Not listed.
US. California. Candidate Chemicals List. Safer Consumer Products Regulations (Cal. Code Regs, tit. 22, 69502.3, subd.
(a))
Cobalt dichloride (CAS 7646-79-9)
US. Massachusetts RTK - Substance List
Precipitated Silica (Silica-amorphous) (CAS 112926-00-8)
US. New Jersey Worker and Community Right-to-Know Act
Cobalt dichloride (CAS 7646-79-9)
Precipitated Silica (Silica-amorphous) (CAS 112926-00-8)
US. Pennsylvania Worker and Community Right-to-Know Law
Not listed.
US. Rhode Island RTK
Cobalt dichloride (CAS 7646-79-9)
US. California Proposition 65
California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65): This material is not known to contain
any chemicals currently listed as carcinogens or reproductive toxins.
International Inventories
Country(s) or region Inventory name On inventory (yes/no)*
Australia Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS) Yes
Canada Domestic Substances List (DSL) Yes
Canada Non-Domestic Substances List (NDSL) No
China Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances in China (IECSC) Yes
Europe European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Yes
Substances (EINECS)
Europe European List of Notified Chemical Substances (ELINCS) No
Japan Inventory of Existing and New Chemical Substances (ENCS) Yes
Korea Existing Chemicals List (ECL) Yes
New Zealand New Zealand Inventory Yes
Philippines Philippine Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances Yes
(PICCS)
United States & Puerto Rico Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory Yes
*A "Yes" indicates that all components of this product comply with the inventory requirements administered by the governing country(s)
A "No" indicates that one or more components of the product are not listed or exempt from listing on the inventory administered by the governing
country(s).
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Disclaimer Supplier cannot anticipate all conditions under which this information and its product, or the
products of other manufacturers in combination with its product, may be used. It is the user’s
responsibility to ensure safe conditions for handling, storage and disposal of the product, and to
assume liability for loss, injury, damage or expense due to improper use. The information provided
in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date
of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use,
processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or
quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not
be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless
specified in the text.
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