GARNET FILTER MEDIA MSDS
Identity: Garnet Abrasive Grains and Powders
SECTION I
Name: Prominent Systems, Inc.
Address: 808 East Edna Place, Covina, CA-91723
Telephone: 626-858-1888
Fax: 626-628-3716
SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION
Hazardous Components:
Specific Chemical Identity: OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Other Limits Recommended
% (optional)
A natural mixture of almandite garnet - Fe
3Al
2(Si0
4)
3 with Mg and Mn in
partial substitution for Fe in the formula, and other
minerals. The following substances are present and regulated by OSHA or
ACGIH Limits: CAS #1302-62-1
| Substance |
WT.% |
OSHA/ACGIH |
Limit In Use* |
| Nuisance dust |
N/A |
15mg/cu.m |
*If these levels are
exceeded respiratory protection must be employed. |
| Respirable dust |
N/A |
5mb/cu.m |
| Crystalline silica |
<.0.5% |
0.10mb/cu.m |
SECTION III - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Melting point: Circa 1315
Specific Gravity (H20 = 1.0): 4.0 - 4.1
Solubilty in water: Insoluble
Appearance and odor: Deep red to pink
color, no odor
SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point (method used):
Material is a non-flammable solid.
Flammable Limits: N/A
LEL: N/A UEL: N/A
Extinguishing Media:
Use extinguishing media appropriate for the surrounding fire.
Special fire fighting procedures:
As appropriate to surrounding fire. Fire fighters should be protected
from nuisance dust.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: N/A
SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA
Stabilty: Stable Unstable: Stable: X
Conditions to Avoid: Almandite garnet is an inert, stable solid needing
no special handling in normal use.
Incompatibilty (materials to avoid): None Known
Hazardous May occur: Polymerization Wil not occur: X
Conditions to avoid: None Known
SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Route(s) of entry: Inhalation:
Possible Skin: None
Ingestion: None
Health hazards (acute and chronic): None known. Use care to limit
possible exposure to nuisance dust during blast cleaning.
| Carcinogenicity |
NTP |
IARC Monographs |
OSHA resulations |
| Crystalline silica (quart) |
|
No. 42 |
0.1 mg/m |
| Contains less than 0.5% |
|
N/A |
|
Signs and symptoms of exposure:
Exposure to nuisance dust may cause eye, throat or lung irritation,
coughing, or shortness of breath.
Medical conditions generally aggravated by exposure:
Chronic bronchitis, emphysema and other lung diseases may be aggravated
by exposure to nuisance dust.
Emergency and first aid procedures:
EYE CONTACT: Wash eyes with water to flush out dust particles.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash affected area with soap and water.
SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spiled:
NO SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS ARE NECESSARY. Sweep or vacuum material for
disposaL. Prevent generation of dust during clean up.
Waste disposal methods:
Follow local, state and federal guidelines for disposal of inert solid
waste. MATERIAL CONTAMINATED IN USE MAY REQUIRE SPECIAL HANDLING.
Precautions to be taken in handling and storing:
NONE-Use good housekeeping practices to reduce dust; use approved hand,
eye, and respiratory protection when handling materiaL.
Other precautions:
Use material ONLY for the purposes intended, and incorporate methods of
dust control to maintain airborne dust within federal or local TL V
limits.
SECTION VIII - CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory protection (specify type):
NIOSH/MSHA approved filters and air supplied hoods for blasters.
Ventilations: Yes Local Exhaust: Use when blast cleaning Special: None
Mechanical (general): Meet dust TLV Other: None
Protection gloves:
Leather or equivalent - in use
Eye protection: Safety glasses with side shields
Other protective clothing or equipment:
Hearing protection when working near blast cleaning operation.
Work/hygienic practices:
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and monitor work practices.
