Zeolite - granular

Safety Data Sheet

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1. Identification of Substance & Company
Product
Product name Zeolite - granular
Product code NA
UN number NA
Proper Shipping Name NA
Packaging group NA
Hazchem code NA
Uses Raw material
Company Details
Company name
Australian Address

Telephone

Email

Emergency number

2. Hazard Identification
Hazard classification for Australia (GHS)
This product has been assessed according to GHS and is classified as follows:
GHS Classes Hazard Statements
Skin irritation Cat 2 H315 - Causes skin irritation.
Eye irritation Cat 2B H320 - Causes eye irritation.

SYMBOLS

WARNING

Other Classifications

Zeolite contains crystalline silica. The following classification ONLY applies to this substance if it is in the form of a fine
respirable dust in an occupational (chronic exposure) setting.:
Carcinogenicity, Cat 1A H350 May cause cancer through inhalation of dust.
Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Cat 1 H372 Causes damage to lungs and respiratory system through prolonged or
repeated exposure by inhalation of dusts.

Precautionary Statements
Prevention
P103 - Read label before use.
P264 - Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing.
P280 - Wear eye/face protection.
Response
P302+P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P332+P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
P362 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash before re-use.
P305+P351+P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy
to do. Continue rinsing.
P337+P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

Component CAS/ Identification Conc (w/w %)

Zeolite – crystalline aluminosilicates may contains oxides including 1318-02-1 100
silica and aluminium oxide:
Silica component may include
Cristobalite 14464-46-1 <10
Quartz (crystalline silica) 14808-60-7 <10
This is a commercial product whose exact ratio of components may vary. Trace quantities of impurities are also likely.

4. First Aid

General Information
If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. You should call the Poisons Information Centre if you
feel that you may have been poisoned, burned or irritated by this product. The number is 13 11 26 (24 hr, 7 days a week
emergency service).
Recommended first aid Ready access to running water is recommended.
facilities
Exposure
Swallowed Do NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass of water to drink. Contact a doctor.
Eye contact IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Apply continuous irrigation with water for at least 15 minutes
holding eyelids apart. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice.
Skin contact IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: get medical
advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before re-use.
Inhaled If coughing, dizziness or shortness of breath is experienced, remove the patient to fresh
air immediately. If patient is unconscious, place in the recovery position (on the side) for
transport and contact a doctor.
Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically

5. Firefighting Measures

Fire and explosion hazards: There are no specific risks for fire/explosion for this chemical. It is non-flammable.
Suitable extinguishing Carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water jet. Fight larger fires with water jet or
substances: alcohol resistant foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing Unknown.
substances:
Products of combustion: Product does not burn. Dust may form irritating atmosphere.
Protective equipment: No special measures are required.
Hazchem code: NA

6. Accidental Release Measures

Emergency procedures In the event of large spillage (e.g. >100kg) alert the fire brigade to location and give brief
description of hazard. Wear protective equipment to prevent skin, eye and respiratory
exposure. Clear area of any unprotected personnel. Sweep up the solid. Avoid creating
dust. If appropriate, use a gentle water spray to wet material to minimise dust generation.
Disposal Sweep up and collect recoverable material into labelled containers for recycling or
salvage. This material may be suitable for approved landfill. Dispose of only in accord
with all regulations.
Precautions Wear protective equipment to prevent skin and eye contamination and the inhalation of
dusts. Work up wind or increase ventilation.

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7. Storage & Handling

Storage Stable under normal use and storage conditions.

Handling Keep exposure to a minimum, and minimise the quantities kept in work areas. See
section 8 with regard to personal protective equipment requirements. Do not breathe
dust.

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protective Equipment

Exposure Standards
A work exposure standard (ES) has not been established by SafeWork Australia for this product.
Australian Ingredient WES-TWA* WES-STEL
Exposure Stds Aluminium oxide 10mg/m3 data unavailable
Iron (II) Oxide 5mg/m3 (as Fe) data unavailable
Magnesium oxide 10mg/m3 (fume) data unavailable
Calcium oxide 2mg/m3 data unavailable
Titanium dioxide 10mg/m3 data unavailable
quartz (respirable dust) 0.05mg/m3 data unavailable
cristobalite (respirable dust) 0.05mg/m3 data unavailable

Engineering Controls
In industrial situations, concentration values below the ES value must be maintained. Exposure can be reduced by process
modification, use of local exhaust ventilation, capturing substances at the source, or other methods. If you believe airborne
concentrations of mists, dusts or vapours are high, you are advised to modify processes or increase ventilation.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes Protective eyewear is not normally necessary when using this product. However, it
always prudent to use protective eyewear if dust is likely.
Skin Avoid repeated or prolonged skin contact. Wear overalls, rubber boots and impervious
gloves. Replace frequently. Gloves should be checked for tears or holes before use.
Remove protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water prior to eating,
drinking or smoking. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use.
Respiratory To prevent irritation a well fitted dust mask should be used (this is not recommended
when exposure is close to the ES). Use of a P2 dust mask or fine particulate half or full
face respirator with an effective seal is recommended when airborne concentrations
approach the ES (section 8). Fit testing and clear guidelines and training for use and
maintenance of PPE are necessary.
WES Additional Information
Not applicable

9. Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance solid, granular, off white/tan colour

Odour no odour
pH 8.65 (10% aqueous suspension)
Vapour pressure NA
Viscosity NA
Boiling point NA
Volatile materials no data
Freezing / melting point NA
Solubility not soluble in water
Specific gravity / density ~0.65g/cm3
Flash point no data
Danger of explosion NA
Auto-ignition temperature NA
Upper & lower flammable limits NA
Corrosiveness non corrosive

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10. Stability & Reactivity

Stability Stable
Conditions to be avoided Containers should be kept closed in order to avoid contamination. Avoid the creation of
dust.
Incompatible groups Avoid contact with strong oxidsing agents and hydrogen fluoride.
Hazardous decomposition None known
products
Hazardous reactions Zeolites will react with hydrogen fluoride (HF) acid. Avoid contact with strong oxidsing
agents.

11. Toxicological Information

Summary
IF IN EYES: Fine dust may cause irritation when in direct contact.

IF ON SKIN: Material may cause drying out of skin.

IF INHALED: May cause respiratory irritation. Also see chronic effects.

IF SWALLOWED: No adverse effects anticipated under normal use conditions.

CHRONIC EFFECTS: The adverse health effects from respirable crystalline silica exposure-silicosis, cancer, scleroderma,
tuberculosis, and nephrotoxicity- are chronic effects. This product is granular, but may become a respirable dust through
sanding/grinding.

Supporting Data
Acute Oral Not considered acutely toxic if swallowed.
Dermal Not considered acutely toxic by dermal contact.
Inhaled The substance is not considered acutely toxic if inhaled, however there may be irritation
of the respiratory tract if dust is inhaled. Short term (acute) silicosis (see “systemic”
below) can also occur with one-off exposures to extremely high levels of fine crystalline
silica dust. Other short term effects include irritation, choking and difficulty breathing.
Eye The mixture is not considered to be an eye irritant. Dust may be an eye irritant
(mechanical irritation).
Skin The mixture is considered to be a mild skin irritant.
Chronic Sensitisation No ingredient present at concentrations > 0.1% is considered a sensitizer.
Mutagenicity No ingredient present at concentrations > 0.1% is considered a mutagen.
Carcinogenicity Zeolites have been classed by IARC as group 3 – cannot be evaluated as to their
carcinogenicity to humans. However, there is evidence that this material does contain
quartz and cristobalite. Crystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz or cristobalite from
occupational sources is carcinogenic to humans (IARC Group 1). Crystalline Silica
triggers 6.7A classification (confirmed carcinogen). The carcinogenicity of silica is related
to long term (e.g., 10 years) inhalation of very fine particulate (e.g., from sand blasting or
dry cutting of quartz containing substrates). Carcinogenicity of silica appears linked to
development of silicosis (see systematic below) followed by complications and,
eventually lung cancer
Reproductive / No ingredient present at concentrations > 0.1% is considered a reproductive or
Developmental developmental toxicant or have any effects on or via lactation.
Systemic The respirable fraction of the dust of this product is considered to be a target organ
toxicant, because of the presence of crystalline silica at greater than 1%. Crystalline silica
triggers 6.9A classification if it is in the form of a fine respirable dust in an occupational
(chronic exposure) setting. This is due to the development of silicosis which can occur
following exposure to extremely high levels of fine silica dust. Silicosis is a type of
pneumoconiosis – a disease of the lung that causes inflammation, scar tissue, lesions
and fibrosis in the lung (alveolar). Symptoms include shortness of breath, cough, fever,
loss of appetite and cyanosis (bluish skin). Silicosis can occur following prolonged
exposure (e.g., 10 years) to relatively high levels of fine crystalline silica dust.
Based on limited animal research, it is possible that repeated inhalation of cellulose fibre
dust may lead to inflammation and scarring of the lung.
Aggravation of None known
existing conditions

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12. Ecological Data

Summary
This product is not considered ecotoxic.
Supporting Data
Aquatic Not ecotoxic in the aquatic environment.
Bioaccumulation No data
Degradability No data
Soil No consided ecotoxic in the soil environment.
Terrestrial vertebrate Not toxic towards terrestrial vertebrates
Terrestrial invertebrate Not toxic towards terrestrial invertebrates
Biocidal Not biocidal
Environmental effect levels No EELs are available for this mixture or ingredients

13. Disposal Considerations

Restrictions There are no product-specific restrictions. However, state and local disposal regulations
may apply. Note that state and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal
regulations.
Disposal method Disposal of this product must comply with the requirements of state and local disposal
regulations. The substance must be handled as hazardous waste and disposed of in an
approved facility.
Contaminated packaging Dispose of empty containers safely. Do not re-use containers for any other purpose.

14. Transport Information

There are no specific restrictions for this product (not a dangerous good).
UN number: NA Proper shipping name: NA
Class(es) NA Packing group: NA
Precautions: Not applicable. Hazchem code: NA

15. Regulatory Information

Standard for the Uniform Not scheduled

Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons
(SUSDP)
Applicable prohibitions and Not listed
notifications/licensing
requirements
Agricultural and Veterinary Not listed
Chemicals Act
Listing in the Australian Inventory Quartz IMAP - Tier II - Human Health
of Chemical Substances (AICS) Cristobalite IMAP - Tier II - Human Health
Zeolite IMAP - Tier I - Human Health
Additional information Not applicable
GHS Hazardous Chemical Not listed
Information List

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16. Other Information
Abbreviations
AICS Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
CAS Number Unique Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number
Ecotoxic Concentration 50% – concentration in water which is fatal to 50% of a test
EC50
population (e.g. daphnia, fish species)
Exposure Standard - The airborne concentration of a biological or chemical agent to
ES
which a worker may be exposed in a work day.
Database on Hazardous substances, Information system on hazardous substances of the
GESTIS
German Social Accident Insurance.
GHS Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals
Emergency action code of numbers and letters that provide information to emergency
HAZCHEM Code
services, especially fire fighters
HSIS Hazardous substance Information System, http://hsis.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer
LEL Lower Explosive Limit
LD50 Lethal Dose 50% – dose which is fatal to 50% of a test population (usually rats).
Lethal Concentration 50% – concentration in air which is fatal to 50% of a test population
LC50
(usually rats)
NICNAS National Industrial Chemicals Notification and Assessment Scheme
New Zealand Environmental Protection Agency. Chemical Classification Information
NZ EPA CCID
Database.
Peak Exposure Value: The maximum airborne concentration of a biological or chemical
Peak Limitation
agent to which a worker may be exposed at any time.
SDS Safety Data Sheet
Short Term Exposure Limit - The maximum airborne concentration of a chemical or
STEL biological agent to which a worker may be exposed in any 15 minute period, provided the
TWA is not exceeded
STOT Specific Target Organ Toxicity
Time Weighted Average – generally referred to ES averaged over typical work day
TWA
(usually 8 hours)
UEL Upper Explosive Limit
UN Number United Nations Number
References
Unless otherwise stated comes from the EPA HSNO chemical classification information
Data database (CCID) or Hazardous Substances Information System (HSIS) for the specific
chemical.
Other References: Ingredients SDS‘s

Review
Date Reason for review
July 2019 New SDS for Australia
September 2020 Update of WES, update of logo.

Disclaimer
This SDS was prepared by Datachem LTD and is based on our current state of knowledge, including information obtained from suppliers. The SDS is given in good faith and
constitutes a guideline (not a guarantee of safety). The level of risk each substance poses is relevant to its properties (as summarised in the SDS) AND HOW THE
SUBSTANCE IS USED. While guidelines are given for personal protective equipment, such precautions must be relevant to the use. The likely GHS classifications for this
SDS have been estimated based on general information from the supplier (e.g., hazard, toxicological). This SDS is copyright Datachem and must not be copied, edited or
used for other than intended purpose. To contact the SDS author, email [email protected] or phone: +64 9 940 30 80.

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