This document is a safety data sheet for lime. It lists lime as the product name and calcium hydroxide as a synonym. It provides information on the supplier, identifies lime as an irritant, lists calcium hydroxide as the main ingredient, and provides first aid measures, fire fighting measures, accidental release measures, and handling and storage guidelines. It also includes exposure controls, physical and chemical properties, stability and reactivity, toxicological information, and regulatory information.
This document is a safety data sheet for lime. It lists lime as the product name and calcium hydroxide as a synonym. It provides information on the supplier, identifies lime as an irritant, lists calcium hydroxide as the main ingredient, and provides first aid measures, fire fighting measures, accidental release measures, and handling and storage guidelines. It also includes exposure controls, physical and chemical properties, stability and reactivity, toxicological information, and regulatory information.
This document is a safety data sheet for lime. It lists lime as the product name and calcium hydroxide as a synonym. It provides information on the supplier, identifies lime as an irritant, lists calcium hydroxide as the main ingredient, and provides first aid measures, fire fighting measures, accidental release measures, and handling and storage guidelines. It also includes exposure controls, physical and chemical properties, stability and reactivity, toxicological information, and regulatory information.
This document is a safety data sheet for lime. It lists lime as the product name and calcium hydroxide as a synonym. It provides information on the supplier, identifies lime as an irritant, lists calcium hydroxide as the main ingredient, and provides first aid measures, fire fighting measures, accidental release measures, and handling and storage guidelines. It also includes exposure controls, physical and chemical properties, stability and reactivity, toxicological information, and regulatory information.
The Full Text for all R-Phrases are Displayed in Section 16
COMPOSITION COMMENTS The data shown is in accordance with the latest EC Directives.
4 FIRST-AID MEASURES
INHALATION Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. If respiratory problems, artificial respiration/oxygen. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues. INGESTION Do not induce vomiting. Immediately give a couple of glasses of water or milk, provided the victim is fully conscious. Get medical attention immediately. SKIN CONTACT Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash skin with soap and water. Get medical attention promptly if symptoms occur after washing. EYE CONTACT Make sure to remove any contact lenses from the eyes before rinsing. Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eye lids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention. 5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Use fire-extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding materials.
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS
High concentrations of dust may form explosive mixture with air.
PROTECTIVE MEASURES IN FIRE
Self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
1/ REVISION DATE: 03-08- LI PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS Wear protective clothing as described in Section 8 of this safety data sheet.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS Do not allow to enter drains, sewers or watercourses.
SPILL CLEAN UP METHODS
Avoid generation and spreading of dust. Shovel into dry containers. Cover and move the containers. Flush the area with water.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
USAGE PRECAUTIONS Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with skin and eyes.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS Store in tightly closed original container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Name Std LT - ppm LT - mg/m3 ST - ppm ST - mg/m3
CALCIUM HYDROXIDE WEL 5 mg/m3
INGREDIENT COMMENTS WEL = Workplace Exposure Limits
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
ENGINEERING MEASURES Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation.
RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT No specific recommendation made, but respiratory protection may still be required under exceptional circumstances when excessive air contamination exists. Dust filter P2 (for fine dust). HAND PROTECTION Use protective gloves made of: Impermeable material. Rubber, neoprene or PVC.
EYE PROTECTION Wear approved chemical safety goggles where eye exposure is reasonably probable.
OTHER PROTECTION Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of skin contact. Provide eyewash station.
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE Powder, dust
COLOUR White White / off-white ODOUR Odourless SOLUBILITY Slightly soluble in water. MOL. WEIGHT 74 MELTING POINT (°C) 580°C RELATIVE DENSITY 2.34 s.g @ 20 °c BULK DENSITY 2.24 g/cm3 PARTICLE SIZE (Micron) <500 pH-VALUE, CONC. SOLUTION 12.4 SOLUBILITY VALUE (g/100g 1.7 H2O@20°C) 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY Stable under normal temperature conditions and recommended use.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID Avoid contact with: Water, moisture. and Creation of dust clouds.
2/ REVISION DATE: 03-08- LI MATERIALS TO AVOID Avoid: Acids, oxidising. Acids, non-oxidising. Acids - organic. Organic nitro compounds.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
INHALATION May cause irritation to the respiratory system. Symptoms may include sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and difficulty breathing.
INGESTION May cause burns in mucous membranes, throat, oesophagus and stomach.
SKIN CONTACT Irritating to skin. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause severe irritation.
EYE CONTACT Irritating to eyes. Repeated exposure may cause chronic eye irritation. Extreme irritation of eyes and mucous membranes, including burning and tearing.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICITY Contact M-I Swaco's QHSE Department for ecological information.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHODS Recover and reclaim or recycle, if practical. Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
GENERAL The product is not covered by international regulation on the transport of dangerous goods (IMDG, IATA, ADR/RID).
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
LABELLING
Irritant
RISK PHRASES R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
SAFETY PHRASES S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S37 Wear suitable gloves.
UK REGULATORY REFERENCES Chemicals (Hazard Information & Packaging) Regulations.
EU DIRECTIVES Dangerous Substance Directive 67/548/EEC. Dangerous Preparations Directive 1999/45/EC.
GUIDANCE NOTES Workplace Exposure Limits EH40.
16 OTHER INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION HMIS Health - 2 HMIS Flammability - 0 HMIS Physical Hazard - 0
INFORMATION SOURCES Product information provided by the commercial vendor(s). Material Safety Data Sheet, Misc. manufacturers. Micromedex. European Chemicals Bureau - ESIS (European Chemical Substances Information System).
3/ REVISION DATE: 03-08- LI REVISION COMMENTS General revision. Compiled or revised by Sandra McWilliam
ISSUED BY Bill Cameron REVISION DATE 03-08-07 REV. NO./REPL. SDS GENERATED 4 SDS NO. 10290
RISK PHRASES IN FULL
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
DISCLAIMER MSDS furnished independent of product sale. While every effort has been made to accurately describe this product, some of the data are obtained from sources beyond our direct supervision. We cannot make any assertions as to its reliability or completeness; therefore, user may rely only at user's risk. We have made no effort to censor or conceal deleterious aspects of this product. Since we cannot anticipate or control the conditions under which this information and product may be used, we make no guarantee that the precautions we have suggested will be adequate for all individuals and/or situations. It is the obligation of each user of this product to comply with the requirements of all applicable laws regarding use and disposal of this product. Additional information will be furnished upon request to assist the user; however, no warranty, either expressed or implied, nor liability of any nature with respect to this product or to the data herein is made or incurred hereunder.
