ICSC 1401 - SILICIC ACID, CALCIUM SALT (non-fibrous, <1% crystalline silica)

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SILICIC ACID, CALCIUM SALT (non-fibrous, <1% crystalline silica)	ICSC: 1401 (June 2012)
Calcium silicate Calcium silicate, synthetic

CAS #: 1344-95-2

EC Number: 215-710-8

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough.	Use local exhaust.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	No acute symptoms expected.	Protective gloves.	Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety goggles.	Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible).
Ingestion	No acute symptoms expected.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.	According to UN GHS Criteria No hazard classification according to GHS criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store in covered containers.
PACKAGING

SILICIC ACID, CALCIUM SALT (non-fibrous, <1% crystalline silica)

ICSC: 1401

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE POWDER. Physical dangers Chemical dangers	Formula: CaSiO₃ Molecular mass: 116.1 Melting point: 1250-1500°C Density: 2 g/cm³ Solubility in water: poor

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE POWDER.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers

Formula: CaSiO₃
Molecular mass: 116.1
Melting point: 1250-1500°C
Density: 2 g/cm³
Solubility in water: poor

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure Exposure mainly occurs via inhalation. Effects of short-term exposure May cause mechanical irritation to the eyes and respiratory tract.	Inhalation risk A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Health effects of the substance have been investigated but none have been found

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
Exposure mainly occurs via inhalation.

Effects of short-term exposure
May cause mechanical irritation to the eyes and respiratory tract.

Inhalation risk
A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Health effects of the substance have been investigated but none have been found

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT

NOTES
The name calcium silicate is a general name referring to various compounds of calcium and silica. This ICSC is specifically for the compound listed under CAS RN 1344-95-2.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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