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Coal Fly Ash (Wabash River Station Unit 6) ChIMS: 28828

Section 1: Product and Company Identification

Duke Energy
526 South Church Street
Charlotte, N.C USA 28201-1006

Company Phone Number: (800) 777- 9898 Customer Service

Medical Emergency: (800) 535-5053 Infotrac
Chemical Emergency: (800) 535-5053 Infotrac
Product Name: Coal Fly ash (Wabash River Station Unit 6)
Product Use: Fly ash is a byproduct of the comustion of coal and is used for soil
stabilization, an ingredient for cement, concrete and products made from
concrete, filler in asphalt, and products used in construction.
Issue Date: December 6, 2007
Section 2: Hazards Identification

Emergency Overview: Coal fly ash (referred to as fly ash) is a solid grey/black or brown/tan, odorless
powder which can contain clumped masses. It is not combustable or explosive.
A single, short term exposure to the dry powder presents little or no hazard.
Repeated, long-term exposure may result in exposure to inorganic arsenic or
crystalline silica. These are known human carcinogens.
TOXIC Harmful by inhalation or ingestion (crystalline silica, inorganic arsenic)
IRRITANT Causes eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation
Personal Protective Equipment:
Lungs: Respirator may be required depending on task. When required, the minum level
of protection is a half-mask air purifying respirator using a HEPA filter.
Face and Eyes: Goggles, safety glasses
Clothing: Long sleeves, long pants, coveralls
Hands: Gloves: work gloves or butyl rubber gloves
Feet: Shoes or work boots
Warning
Irritant: Causes eye, skin and inhalation irritation
Potential Health Effects: See Section 11 for more information
Likely Routes of Exposure:
Eye: Airborne dust may cause immediate or delayed irritation or inflammation. Eye
contact with large amounts of fly ash can cause moderate eye irritation,
redness, and burning. Eye exposures require immediate first aid to prevent
damage to the eye.
Skin: Fly ash may cause dry skin, discomfort, irritation, and dermatitis.
Dermatitis: Fly ash is capable of causing dermatitis by irritation. Skin
affected by dermatitis may include symptoms such as, redness, itching, rash,
scaling, and cracking.
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Irritation come from both the abraisivness and alkalinity of the fly ash.
Chemical irritation may come from water becoming more alkaline from
chemicals in the fly ash. In very rare instances the chemical irritation may
lead to blistering.
Ingestion: Do not ingest fly ash. Although ingestion of small quantities of fly ash is not
known to be harmful, ingestion of large quantities can cause an obstruction
causing pain and distress in the digestive tract. Or, it may cause the
opposite, diarrhea.
Inhalation (acute): Breathing dust may cause nose, throat or lung irritation, including choking,
depending on the degree of exposure.
Inhalation (chronic): Risk of injury depends on duration and level of exposure.
Silica: This product contains trace amounts of crystalline silica, a regulated and
known human carcinogen. Prolonged or repeated inhalation of respirable
crystalline silica from this product can cause silicosis, a seriously disabling
and fatal lung disease.
Inorganic Arsenic: This product contains trace amounts of arsenic, a regulated chemical
and a known human carcinogen. A limited number of tasks at coal fired
power plants have shown the potential for employees to receive exposures
above OSHA’s Permissible Exposure Limit. The site safety contact will
know which tasks require protection from arsenic.
Cancer: Fly ash is not listed as a carcinogen by IARC or NTP; however, fly ash
contains trace amounts of arsenic and crystalline silica which is classified by
IARC and NTP as known human carcinogen.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure:
Individuals with lung disease (e.g. bronchitis, emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD)) can be aggravated by exposure.
Target Organs: Skin, Eyes, Lungs
Carcinogens: This product does contain carcinogens or potential carcinogens as listed by OSHA, IARC
or NTP.
Silica Quartz (free silica)
Inorganic Arsenic
This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR
1910.1200).
Potential Environmental Effects: See Section 12 for more information.

Section 3: Composition / Information on Ingredients

Constituents CAS Amount Units Percent

Fly Ash 68131-74-8 ─ Percent < 100

Arsenic 7440-38-2 180 mg/kg 0.0180%

Asbestos None detected

Fibers
─ ─ <1%
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Constituents CAS Amount Units Percent

Mineral Wool ─ <1%

Woolastonite ─ <1%
Cellulose 9004-34-6

Beryllium 7440-41-7 8.1 mg/kg 0.0008%

Cadmium 7440-43-9 1.3 mg/kg 0.0001%

Calcium 7440-70-2 4,300 mg/kg 0.4300%

Chromium 7440-47-3 60 mg/kg 0.0060%

Copper 7440-50-8 33 mg/kg 0.0033%

Iron 7439-89-6 31,000 mg/kg 3.1000%

Magnesium 7439-95-4 78 mg/kg 0.0078%

Manganese 7439-96-5 54 mg/kg 0.0054%

Mercury 7439-97-6 0.0037 mg/kg 0.0000%

Nickel 7440-02-0 78 mg/kg 0.0078%

Potassium 7440-09-7 3,900 mg/kg 0.3900%

Selenium 7782-49-2 1.9 mg/kg 0.0002%

Silica ─
Quartz 14808-60-7 ─ % 2.8 %
Cristobalite 14464-46-1 ─ <1%
Tridymite 15468-32-3 ─ <1%
Silver 7440-22-4 2.5 mg/kg 0.0003%

Sodium 7440-23-5 1,100 mg/kg 0.1100%

Sulfate 2470 mg/kg 0.2470%

Vanadium 7440-62-2 78 mg/kg 0.0078%

Zinc 7440-66-6 250 mg/kg 0.0250%

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Section 4: First Aid Measures

Eye Contact: Rinse eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, including under lids, to remove
all particles. Seek medical attention for abrasions.
Skin Contact: Wash with cool water and a pH neutral soap or a mild skin detergent. Seek medical
attention for rash, irritation, dermatitis, and prolonged unprotected exposures to wet fly
ash.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. Seek medical attention for discomfort or if coughing or other
symptoms do not subside.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, have person drink plenty of water. Seek medical
attention or contact poison control center immediately.

Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures

Flashpoint & Method: Non-combustible

General Hazard: Avoid breathing dust
Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Firefighting Equipment: Fly ash poses no fire related hazard.
Combustion Products: Above 1450º C decomposes to calcium oxide and sulfur dioxide.
NFPA: Health: 1 Fire: 0 Instability: 0 Other: None

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Personal Precautions: Use personal protection recommended in Section 8.

General Place spilled material into a container. Avoid actions that cause the fly ash to
become airborne. Avoid inhalation of fly ash and contact with skin. Wear
appropriate protective equipment as described in Section 8.
Environmental Precautions: None
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of fly ash according to Federal, State, Provincial and Local regulations.
Methods for Containment: None
Other Information: Spills of this material do not need to be reported to the National Response
Center.

Section 7: Handling and Storage

Handling: Handle with care and use appropriate control measures. Keep bulk fly ash dry
until used.
Engulfment hazard. To prevent burial or suffocation, do not enter a confined
space, such as a silo, bin, bulk truck, or other storage container or vessel that
stores or contains fly ash. Fly ash can buildup or adhere to the walls of a
confined space. The fly ash can release, collapse or fall unexpectedly.
Usage: Creating dusty atmospheres can release respirable crystalline silica. Use all
appropriate measures of dust control or suppression, and Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) described in Section 8 below.
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Housekeeping: Avoid actions that cause the fly ash to become airborne during clean-up such
as dry sweeping or using compressed air. Use HEPA vacuum or thoroughly
wet with water to clean-up dust. Use PPE described in Section 8 below.
Storage Temperature: Unlimited.
Storage Pressure: Unlimited.
Clothing: Coveralls or standard work clothes.

Section 8: Exposure controls / Personal Protection

Exposure Guidelines
Component Organization Occupational Exposure Limits Notes

Fly Ash None None None

Crystalline Silica OSHA 2.5 mg/m3 (respirable Pulmonary fibrosis

assuming 2% silica)
Lung cancer (A2-
7.5 mg/m3 (total, assuming 2% suspected human
ACGIH
silica) carcinogen)
0.025 mg/m3 (respirable)
TLV Basis/Critical Effect(s):
silicosis; fibrosis

Inorganic Arsenic ACGIH 0.01 mg/m3 Skin and Lung cancer

(A1-known human
carcinogen)

Units: mg/m3 is milligrams per cubic meter

Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or general dilution ventilation or other suppression methods
to maintain dust levels below exposure limits.
Eye / Face Protection: Wear ANSI approved glasses or safety goggles when handling dust or wet fly
ash to prevent contact with eyes. Wearing contact lenses when using fly ash,
under dusty conditions, is not recommended.
Skin Protection: Wear gloves, boot covers and protective clothing impervious to water to
prevent skin contact. Do not rely on barrier creams, in place of impervious
gloves. Remove clothing and protective equipment that becomes saturated
with wet fly ash and immediately wash exposed areas.
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved air-purifying respirator with HEPA filter when exposures
exceed half the lower Occupational Exposure Limit listed above.
Recommend using a NIOSH-approved air-purifying respirator when exposures
exceed half the Occupational Exposure limit listed above.
General Hygiene
Considerations: Wash thoroughly after handling. Have eye-wash facilities immediately
available.
Clothing: Launder dusty or wet clothing. Thoroughly wash skin after exposure to fly ash
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Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Color: beige to dark grey (color varies by coal content and boiler characteristics at
time of combustion)
Odor: none Odor Threshold: Not Applicable (no odor)
Physical State; Solid, granular powder
pH: 5-8
Freezing Point: None, solid

Boiling Point: > 1,000 ° Centigrade

Flash Point: None
Evaporation Rate: None (solid)
Flammability (solid, gas): None
Upper Flammability Limit: None
Lower Flammability Limit: None
Vapor Pressure: None
Vapor Density: None
Specific Gravity: 2.4 grams per cubic centimeter
Solubility in Water: 0.014 grams per 100 cubic centimeters of water
Percent Volatile: negligible (< 0.0 5%)
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not Known
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not Known
Percent Solids: 99.9 %
Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Content, weight percent: < 0.05 %

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity

Stability: Stable. Keep dry until use. These products may react with water, resulting in a slight
release of heat, depending on the amount of lime (Calcium oxide) present. Avoid contact
with incompatible materials.
Ash disolves in hydrofluoric acid, producing corrosive silicon tetrafluoride gas
Ash reacts with water to form silicates and calcium hydroxide
Conditions to Avoid: Fly ash is incompatible with acids, diazomethane, phosphorus, aluminum metal
and strong oxidizing agents.
Incompatible Materials: Fly ash is incompatible with acids, diazomethane, phosphorus, aluminum metal
and strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Decomposes to calcium oxide and sulfur dioxide above 1450º C.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Slight exothermic reaction when water is mixed with fly ash.
Fly ash is incompatible with acids, diazomethane, phosphorus,
aluminum metal and strong oxidizing agents.
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Section 11: Toxicology Information

Concentration Dosage
Component Health Effects
in Product (RTECS)
Inhalation-
Rat: 30 mg/m3/6H/4W
(intermittent)
Tumorigen
Tumorigenic results equivocal
Fly Ash < 100 % Mutagen
Mouse 5 mg/m3/7H/15W
Reproductive Effector
Reproductive- Developmental
Abnormalities
Intratracheal-Rat 600mg/kg
Fibrosis Rat-Inhalation:
Gastrointestinal TC(low) = 200 mg/kg
Crystalline Silica 2.8 %
Tumorigenic TD(low) = 120 gm/kg
Human Carcinogen TC(low) = 50 mg/m3/6h/71w
Oral Toxic Dose
Human:
Adult male 7857 mg/kg/55Y
Child 4 mg/kg Cardiac
Oral Lethal Dose for 50%
Tumorigen
Rats: 763 mg/kg
Mutagen
Mice: 145 mg/kg
Inorganic Arsenic 0.00-0.02 % Female Reproductive
Tumorigenic:
Effector
75 mg/kg/12 years liver tumors, blood
Human Carcinogen
hemorrhage
Reproductive:
Female Rat – 580 ug/kg
musculoskeletal
abnormalities

Units: mg/kg/12 years is milligrams per kilogram for 12 years (Example: and adult male
ingested 7,857 milligrams of inorganic arsenic for each kilogram of his weight
over 55 years.
mg/m3/7H/15W is milligrams of substance per cubic meter for 7 hours each day
for 15 weeks.
ACUTE EFFECTS:
Oral: Either constipation or diarrhea when large quantities are accidentally ingested.
Eye: One minor byproduct (0-2% by weight) reported a severe reaction when 10 mg was
applied to a rabbit’s eye. This would be the equivalent of 500 milligrams of product.
Skin: Fly ash will dry the skin which may cause dermatitis and include the following symptoms:
redness, itching, scaling, or cracking.
Sensitization: No effects were reported.
CHRONIC EFFECTS:
Silicosis Silicaq quartz canc cause silicosis. This is a debiliating disease whose signs are
shortness of breath and difficulty breathing.
Carcinogenicity: Silica quartz can cause lung cancer, Inorganic arsenic can cause skin cancer due to
contact with the skin or lung cancer by breathing it. One study of fly ash showed
equivocal (not sure) tumor causing effects from inhalation.
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Reproductive: No data found showing adverse effects to one’s reproductive organs.

Developmental: Fly ash showed developmental abnormalities from placing large quantities in the rat’s
trachea.
Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: No data found.

Persistence / Degradability: Minimal degradation in the environment.
Bioaccumulation / Accumulation: No appreciable bioconcentration is expected in the environment.
Mobility in Environment: No volatilization is expected from solid to air.
Fly ash can be a flowable solid and requires containment.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Disposal: Dispose of waste and containers in compliance with applicable Federal, State,
Provincial and Local regulations.

Section 14: Transportation Information

US DOT (ground): Not regulated.

Canadian TDG (ground): Not regulated.
ICAO (air): Not regulated.
IMDG (water): Not regulated.

Section 15: Regulatory Information

OSHA/MSHA Hazard Communication: This product is considered by OSHA/MSHA to be a hazardous

chemical and should be included in the employer's hazard communication
program.
CERCLA/SUPERFUND: This product is not listed as a CERCLA hazardous substance.
EPCRA SARA Title III: This product has been reviewed according to the EPA Hazard Categories
promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of the Superfund Amendment and
Reauthorization Act of 1986 and is considered a hazardous chemical and a
delayed health hazard.
EPRCA SARA Section 313: This product contains none of the substances subject to the reporting
requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and
Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372.
RCRA: If discarded in its purchased form, this product would not be a hazardous
waste either by listing or characteristic. However, under RCRA, it is the
responsibility of the product user to determine at the time of disposal, whether
a material containing the product or derived from the product should be
classified as a hazardous waste.
TSCA: Fly ash and crystalline silica are exempt from reporting under the inventory
update rule.
California Proposition 65: Crystalline silica (airborne particulates of respirable size) and is a substance
known by the State of California to cause cancer.
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Arsenic known by the State of California to cause cancer and a developmental

toxin.
WHMIS/DSL: Products containing crystalline silica and calcium carbonate are classified as
D2A (Very Toxic) and E (Corrosive) and subject to WHMIS requirements.

Section 16: Other Information

Abbreviations:
> Greater than
< Less than
% Percent
ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
CAS No Chemical Abstract Service number
CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act
CFR Code for Federal Regulations
CL Ceiling Limit
COPD Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
DOT U.S. Department of Transportation
EST Eastern Standard Time
Fly Ash fine solid particles of noncombustible ash with or without accompanying combustible particles
carried out of a bed of solid fuel by the draft and deposited in quiet spots within a furnace and
flues or within a boiler setting or carried out of a chimney with the waste gases and often
recovered for use as a constituent in commercial products (as phonograph records, cements,
and bricks)
HEPA High-Efficiency Particulate Air
HMIS Hazardous Materials Identification System
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer
LC50 Lethal Concentration
LD50 Lethal Dose
mg/m3 Milligrams per cubic meter
MSHA Mine Safety and Health Administration
NApp Not Applicable
NFPA National Fire Protection Association
NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NTP National Toxicology Program
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PEL Permissible Exposure Limit
pH Negative log of hydrogen ion. Ranges from 0 to 14 with acidic materials having values from
0-6, alkaline materials having values from 8 to 14 and neutral materials having values from 6
to 8.
PPE Personal Protective Equipment
R Respirable Particulate
RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
SARA Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act
T Total Particulate
TDG Transportation of Dangerous Goods
TLV Threshold Limit Value
TWA Time Weighted Average (8 hour)
WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System