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Material Safety Data Sheet

According to 91/155 EEC
Printing date 22.04.2004 Reviewed on 05.05.2003

* 1 Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company

· Product details
· Trade name: SYLOBEAD® MS C 544
· Application of the substance / the preparation:
Intermediate product of varied applicability in industry and trade. Detailed description of application can
be taken from the product information sheet.
· Manufacturer/Supplier:
GRACE GmbH & Co. KG
In der Hollerhecke 1
D-67547 Worms

Tel.: ++49 (0)6241 - 403 549

FAX: ++49 (0)6241 - 403 211
· Further information obtainable from:
Abteilung Sicherheit und Umweltschutz, GRACE Holding GmbH.
· Information in case of emergency: Tel.: ++49 (0)6241 - 403 00

2 Composition/information on ingredients
· Substance/Preparation: Preparation.
· Components (CAS No. and EINECS No.):
Zeolite (crystalline aluminosilicate) (CAS-No. 1318-02-1; EINECS-No. 215-283-8).
Quartz (CAS-No. 14808-60-7; EINECS-No. 238-878-4).
· Chemical characterization
· Description: Crystalline aluminosilicate with binders.
· Dangerous components: Void

* 3 Hazards identification
· Hazard description: Not applicable.
· Information concerning particular hazards for human and environment: Not applicable.
· Classification system:
The classification is according to the latest editions of the EU-lists, and extended by company and
literature data.
· Additional information:
The product is very adsorbent and may have a drying effect on skin and eyes.
W hen exceeding the OEL (Occupational Exposure Limit) a mechanical overburdening of the
respiratory system is possible.
In contact with water heat development and therefore burning of the skin and mucous membrane is
possible.
This product contains less than 1 % quartz which is part of a natural raw material.
At present, EU Regulations do not require safety labeling of products containing quartz.
However, quartz has been recently classified by IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer)
as carcinogenic to humans by inhalation (Group I). Furthermore, quartz can cause silicosis and other
lung diseases on prolonged exposure.
It is not expected that the operator will be exposed to free respirable quartz particles in excess of the
limits allowed by the worker protection regulations. Nevertheless, the user is responsible for controlling
the working environment according to local regulations, e.g. in the UK: COSHH Regulations.

* 4 First-aid measures
· General information: Take care of the following instructions.
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· After inhalation: Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints.

· After skin contact:
Generally the product does not irritate the skin.
Wash with water.
· After eye contact:
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
· After swallowing: If symptoms persist consult doctor.

* 5 Fire-fighting measures
· Suitable extinguishing agents: Use fire extinguishing methods suitable to surrounding conditions.
· Protective equipment: Wear protective equipment.
· Additional information
Dispose of fire debris and contaminated fire fighting water in accordance with official regulations.

6 Accidental release measures

· Person-related safety precautions: Wear protective clothing.
· Measures for environmental protection: No special measures required.
· Measures for cleaning/collecting: Sweep the spill area; avoid raising dust.
· Additional information: No dangerous substances are released.

* 7 Handling and storage

· Handling:
· Information for safe handling:
Prevent formation of dust.
Keep receptacles tightly sealed.
Provide suction extractors if dust is formed.
Any unavoidable deposit of dust must be regularly removed.
Prevent static electric sparks.
· Information about fire - and explosion protection:
Protect against electrostatic charges.
Earth container to avoid electric sparks, especially in contact with flammable substances.
· Storage:
· Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: No special requirements.
· Information about storage in one common storage facility: Store away from foodstuffs.
· Further information about storage conditions:
Keep container tightly sealed.
Store in dry conditions.
This product is hygroscopic.

8 Exposure controls/personal protection

· Additional information about design of technical facilities: No further data; see item 7.
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· Ingredients with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
1318-02-1 zeolite (crystalline aluminosilicate)
TWA RESPIRABLE DUST (GB) Short-term value: -- mg/m³
Long-term value: 4.0 mg/m³
EH40/2001: 8-hour TWA
TWA TOTAL INHALABLE DUST (GB) Short-term value: -- mg/m³
Long-term value: 10.0 mg/m³
EH40/2001: 8-hour TWA
MAK (ALVEO) (Germany) Short-term value: 24 A (bis 01.09.06); 12 A
mg/m³
Long-term value: 6 A (bis 01.09.06); 3 A mg/m³
TRGS 900 2.4 Abs. 8, 9 in Verbindung mit Abs. 10
MAK (EINATEM) (Germany) Short-term value: 40 E mg/m³
Long-term value: 10 E mg/m³
Allge Staubg.: TRGS 900 2.4 Abs. 7, 2.4 Abs.
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14808-60-7 quartz (SiO2)
MEL (Great Britain) Long-term value: 0.3 mg/m³
Respirable dust
MAK (Germany) alveolengängiger Anteil
MAK (TRGS 900) (Germany) Long-term value: 0.15 A mg/m³
24; Y; DFG
· Additional information: The lists valid during the making were used as basis.
· Personal protective equipment:
· General protective and hygienic measures:
The usual precautionary measures are to be adhered to when handling chemicals.
· Respiratory protection:
If the OES value is exceeded.
Filter P2
· Protection of hands:

Protective gloves.

Wear gloves for the protection against mechanical hazards according to EN 388.
Use gloves of stable material (e.g. Nitrile) - if necessary tricoted to improve the wearability.
Preventive skin protection by use of skin-protecting agents is recommended.
After use of gloves apply skin-cleaning agents and skin cosmetics.
· Material of gloves
EN 388: Minimum requirements for efficiency level 1 for all groups.
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of
quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.
· Penetration time of glove material
EN 420: Minimum requirements for efficiency level 1 for all groups.
· Eye protection:

Safety glasses.

· Body protection: Protective work clothing.

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* 9 Physical and chemical properties

· General Information
Form: Beads
Colour: Beige
Odour: Odourless
· Change in condition
Melting point/Melting range: 2000°C
Boiling point/Boiling range: Undetermined.
· Flash point: Not applicable.
· Flammability (solid, gaseous): Product is not flammable.
· Self-igniting: Product is not self-igniting.
· Danger of explosion: Product does not present an explosion hazard.
· Density at 20°C: 2.1 g/cm³
· Bulk density at 20°C: 400 - 1000 kg/m³
· Solubility in / Miscibility with
water: Insoluble.
· pH-value at 20°C: 7 - 11
· Solvent content:
· Solids content: 100.0 %

10 Stability and reactivity

· Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided:
No decomposition if used according to specifications.
· Dangerous reactions: No dangerous reactions known.
· Dangerous decomposition products: No dangerous decomposition products known.

* 11 Toxicological information
· Acute toxicity:
· LD/LC50 values relevant for classification:
1318-02-1 zeolite (crystalline aluminosilicate)
Oral LD50 > 5110 mg/kg (rat)
Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development 401
Dermal LD50 > 2000 mg/kg (rabbit)
Inhalative LC50 (1 h) > 18.3 mg/l (rat)
· Primary irritant effect:
· on the skin: No irritant effect.
· on the eye: Irritating effect.
· Sensitization: Buehler Test, guninea-pig: No sensitization observed, OECD 406 (zeolite).
· Subacute to chronic toxicity:
Subchronic toxicity (zeolite): Rat, oral, 90 day feeding experiment: NOEL 5000 ppm. Rat, inhalative, 11
weeks, no folloow-up period: Lung effects, inflammation.
Lung effects, inflammation (zeolite): No negative effects were determined during test for carcinogenity
and teratogenicity.
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· Additional toxicological information:

When used and handled according to specifications, the product does not have any harmful effects to
our experience and the information provided to us.
The substance is not subject to classification according to the latest version of the EU lists.

* 12 Ecological information
· Ecotoxical effects:
· Acquatic toxicity:
· Fish toxicity
1318-02-1 zeolite (crystalline aluminosilicate)
LC50 (96 h) 1800 mg/l (Brachydanio rerio)
Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development 203
· Water flea toxicity
1318-02-1 zeolite (crystalline aluminosilicate)
EC50 (24 h) 2808 mg/l (Daphnia magna)
Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development 202
· Algae toxicity
1318-02-1 zeolite (crystalline aluminosilicate)
NOEC (96 h) 10 mg/l (Scenedesmus subspicatus)
Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development 201
· Bacterial toxicity
1318-02-1 zeolite (crystalline aluminosilicate)
- - (Pseudomonas putida)
· - Initial inhibition of cell multiplication at 330 mg/l.
· General notes: Generally not hazardous for water

13 Disposal considerations
· Product:
· Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
· Waste disposal key:
The disposal of the product has to be carried out in accordance with the legal requirements. EWC
waste codes are strictly industry-oriented, therefore waste classification has to be done by the waste
producer.
· Uncleaned packaging:
· Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.

14 Transport information
· Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border):
· ADR/RID class: -
· Maritime transport IMDG:
· IMDG Class: -
· Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
· ICAO/IATA Class: -
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· Transport/Additional information: Not dangerous according to the above specifications.

* 15 Regulatory information
· Labelling according to EU guidelines:
Observe the general safety regulations when handling chemicals.
The substance is not subject to classification according to EU lists and other sources of literature
known to us.
· National regulations:
· Waterhazard class: WGK nwg (VwVwS Anhang 4 vom 19.05.1999): not hazardous for water.
· Registered in the international inventory lists:
EINECS (Europe)

TSCA (USA)
Zeolites are considered for TSCA purposes to be mixtures of the substances used to manufacture
them. The individual reactant materials used to produce zeolites are required to be listed separately on
the Inventory. The application of EPA's guidance is not affected by the chemical composition of the
zeolite under consideration.

EPA recognizes zeolites as a family of aluminosilicates manufactured from a number of commercial

processes and techniques that utilize different proportions of alumina, silica and a variety of sources of
different inorganic and organic cations. The final zeolites are characterized by covalently linked AlO4
and SiO4 tetrahedra. Zeolites as a class of substances are considered mixtures under TSCA
regardless of the commercial manufacturing processes and reactants utilized to achieve the desired
chemical composition of the final zeolite structure.

16 Other information
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for
any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
· Department issuing MSDS: Abteilung Sicherheit und Umweltschutz, GRACE Holding GmbH.
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· Contact:

Sales Offices

Germany
Grace GmbH & Co. KG, D-67545 Worms
Tel.: +49 6241/40300, Fax: +49 6241/403211

UK
Grace Davison, Oak Park Business Centre, Alington Road, Little Barford,
St. Neots, Cambridgeshire PE19 6WL, United Kingdom
Tel.: +44 1480/324430, Fax: +44 1480/324433

Sweden
Grace AB, Berg Allé 1, SE-25452 Helsingborg
Tel.: +46 42/167800, Fax: +46 42/167805

Belgium
Grace Davison, Hendrik Heymanplein 232, B-9100 Sint-Niklaas
Tel.: +32 3/7663433, Fax: +32 3/7664443

Switzerland
Grace Davison, P.O. B. 609, CH-4153 Reinach 1
Tel.: +41 61/7020660, Fax: +41 61/7020661

France
W. R. Grace S.A., Davison France, 33 route de Gallardon, B.P. 39, F-28234 Epernon Cédex
Tel.: +33 237/1888-41 or -42, Fax: +33 237/188690

Austria
Grace GmbH & Co. KG, Location Vienna, Löwengasse 47A/3/6, A-1030 Vienna
Tel.: +43 1/7186493, Fax: +43 1/718649311

Italy
W. R. Grace Italiana S.p.A., Via Trento 7, I-20017 Passirana di Rho (MI)
Tel.: +39 02/93537444, Fax: +39 02/93537581

Spain
Grace S.A., Calle Riera de Fonollar 12, E-08830 Sant Boi de Llobregat (Barcelona)
Tel.: +34 93/6351000, Fax: +34 93/6351133
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