Material Safety Data Sheet
DOLSAL
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCES/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY UNDERTAKING
Product Name DOLSAL
Application Viscosifier
Supplier Ava S.p.A.
via Salaria 1313/C
00138 ROMA
Italy
Emergency telephone number Off.: +39 06 885611324; +39 06 885611326; +39 06 885611373
Mob.: +39 3355897280; +39 3355234619; +39 3355710385
Telefax +39-06-8889363
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical description Sepiolite: hydrated magnesium silicate
Hazardous Impurities The product contains a small amount (2 %) of crystalline silica which
may cause delayed respiratory disease if inhaled over a prolonged
period of time. Avoid breathing dust. Use a dust musk.
EINECS-No.
CAS-No.
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Inhalation Inhalation of fine dusts can cause pneumoconiosis. Avoid generating
dusts. Do not breathe dust
Skin contact Can cause irritation with prolonged contact
Eye contact May cause mild irritation
Ingestion Do not take internally. May cause mucosal damage
Human health hazards - Chronic Repeated inhalation of fine dusts may cause pneumocosis
Environmental hazards No adverse effects expected
Physical and chemical hazards None
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation Remove to fresh air, treat symptomatically. Obtain medical attention
Skin contact Take off contaminated clothing. Wash off with plenty of water.
Eye contact Gently irrigate with clean water. If irritation persist, obtain medical
attention
Ingestion Rinse mouth immediately and repeatedly with water. If necessary
obtain medical attention
Other information
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media Not applicable. Not expected to burn
Unsuitable extinguishing media None
Fire and explosion hazard None
Protective equipment
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions Do not breathe dust. Use a dust musk
Environmental precautions No adverse effect expected
Methods for cleaning up Remove with vacuum if possible to avoid generating dust. Avoid
addition of water: may cause slippery floor conditions
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Avoid generating dusts. Do not breathe dust. Use a dust musk
Storage conditions Keep in dry place
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering measures General ventilation is recommended. Local exhaust if dust is generated
Exposure limits (ACGIH, 2004) Nuisance dust (respirable) TLV = 5 mg/m³
(total) TLV = 10 mg/m³
Personal protection equipment
Respiratory protection Dust mask approved NIOSH / MSHA
Hand/skin protection Gloves and protective clothing recommended
Eye protection Safety glasses recommended
Hygiene measures Eye-wash fountain near-by. Keep a safety shower available
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form Powder
Colour Clear yellow
Odour None
Boiling point N/A
Melting point 1550 °C
Flash point - (PMCC) N/A
Auto ignition N/A
Explosion limits N/A
Vapour pressure N/A
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Relative density 2.1
Solubility in water Not soluble
pH (5 % sol.) 8.0 - 9.0
Viscosity N/A
Bulk density 0.7-0.9 g/cc
Freezing point N/A
Pour point N/A
Abbreviations: N/A = Not Applicable - N/E = Not Evaluated
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable.
Conditions to avoid Moisture.
Materials to avoid None
Hazardous decomposition products None
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity No data available. No adverse effect expected
Primary irritation skin/eye May cause irritation with prolonged contact. May cause mild irritation
Sensitization No data available. No adverse effect expected
Chronic toxicity data Inhalation of fine dusts can cause pneumoconiosis
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Persistency and degradation Not applicable. Mineral product
Mobility and Bioaccumulation No adverse effects expected
Ecotoxicological effects No adverse effects expected
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
To be disposed via authorized contractor
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Description Not regulated
UN Number N/A
Packing group N/A
ADR/RID
Class ADR 2003 Label: --
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ADR 2003 Classif. Code: --
Hazard Identification
IMDG
Class Subsidiary risk: -
Em S
IATA
Class
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EC Classification Not regulated
Hazard Symbol None
contains:
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases S/22: Do not breathe dust
16. OTHER INFORMATION
This material safety data sheet provides healt and safety information. The product is to be used in applications consistent
with AVA technology. Individuals handling this product should be informed of the safety precautions and should have
access to this information.
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