SAFETY DATA SHEET
Orange Silica Gel
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Orange Silica Gel
Other Names:
Silica Gel preparation; Silica, amorphous [Silica, amorphous, precipitated and gel]; Precipitated silica (a).
Product Number(s):
C81-005, C81-020, C81-250
CAS Number:
112926-00-8
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use. Desiccant.
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS.
Label Elements
Signal Words
Warning
Hazard Statement(s)
None.
Precautionary Statement(s)
Silica gel is a synthetic amorphous silica, not to be confused with crystalline silica such as quartz, cristobalite, or tridymite or with diatomaceous earth or other naturally occuring forms of amorphous silica that frequently contain crystalline forms. Epidemiological studies indicate a low potential for health effects. Methyl violet is very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Primary route(s) of entry
Not available.
Human Health
Inhalation:
May cause dryness and irritation to mucous membranes and respiratory tract in case of severe exposure. Symptoms may include coughing, sore throat, and wheezing.
Ingestion:
May be harmful if swallowed in large amounts. However, no adverse effects are expected for normal industrial handling.
Eyes:
No adverse effects expected, but dust may cause mechanical irritation.
Skin:
May cause irritation with dryness of the skin in cases of severe exposure.
Environment
No further relevant information available.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Precipitated silica (a)
112926-00-8
99-100
-
Non-hazardous indicator
-
<1
-
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
Wash out mouth thoroughly with water. In severe cases obtain medical attention.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact
Wash off thoroughly with soap and water.
Eye Contact
Hold eyes open, flood with water for at least 15 minutes, if pain/irritation persists seek medical attention.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Use extinguisher relative to the combustible materials on fire.
HAZCHEM
Not available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Refer to Section 8 for proper protective equipment
Environmental precautions
Not available.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Avoid generation of dusts; do not inhale dusts.Sweep up dry. Forward for disposal. Wash site of spillage with water
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
No special precautions necessary
Conditions for safe storage
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Material
TWA ppm
TWA mg/m3
STEL ppm
STEL mg/m3
Precipitated silica (a), CAS 112926-00-8
10mg/m3
-
-
Engineering controls
Required when dusts are generated: Mechanical extraction sufficient to maintain the airborne concentration below the recommended exposure level.Eyebath/eyewash, Safety shower & general washroom facilities.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Goggles or face-shield.
Skin protection
Rubber or plastic.
Body protection
Plastic apron, sleeves, boots -if handling large quantities.
Respiratory protection
Dust respirator. Ensure respirator is clean, well-fitting and in good working order. All respirators should comply with Australian Standard AS 1716 and be used in accordance with AS 1715.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Orange beads, when moist turn green
Odour
Odourless
pH
Not available.
Vapour Pressure
Not available.
Density
Not available.
Boiling Point
Not available.
Melting Point
>1000°C
Solubility
Not available.
Specific Gravity of Density
Not available.
Flash Point
Not available.
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Not available.
Ignition Temperature
Not available.
Formula
Not available.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions of use.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Non-combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Non-combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.
Conditions to avoid
Avoid strong heating.
Incompatible materials
None known.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
No further relevant information available.
Eye contact
Hazardous properties are relatively improbable
Skin contact
Hazardous properties are relatively improbable
Ingestion
Hazardous properties are relatively improbable
Inhalation
Hazardous properties are relatively improbable. Inhalation of the dusts should be avoided as even inert dusts may impair respiratory organ functions
Toxicity and irritation
No further relevant information available.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
No further relevant information available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
Chemical residues are generally classified as special waste, and as such are covered by regulations which vary according to location. Contact your local waste disposal authority for advice, or pass to a chemical disposal company. Rinse out empty containers thoroughly before returning for recycling
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
Not available.
UN Number
None.
Proper shipping name
Not regulated.
Transport hazard class
Void
Packing group
None.
Environmental hazard
No information avaliable.
Special precautions for users
Not regulated.
Additional information
Not regulated.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
No information available.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
7 October 2021
Comments
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.
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.