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Product No. 895-4, 895-5, 895-6, 895-7, 895-8, 895-9, 895-10, 895-20, 895-21, 895-22, 895-23 Diamond Compound, 1/10, 1?4, 1?2, 1, 3, 6, 15, Set, 9, 30, 45 µm

Issue Date (01-04-06)

Review Date (03-02-07)


Section 1: Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Diamond Compound, 1/10, ¼, ½, 1, 3, 6, 15, Set, 9, 30, 45 µm

Synonym: Grinding compound

Company Name

Ted Pella, Inc. and PELCO International, P.O. Box 492477, Redding, CA 96049-2477
Domestic Phone  (800) 237-3526 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

International Phone (01) (530) 243-2200 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

Chemtrec Emergency Number 1-800-424-9300 24 hrs a day.


Section 2: Composition / Information on Ingredients

Principle Hazardous Component(s)
(chemical and common name(s)) (Cas. No)

%

OSHA
PEL

mg/m3

ACGIH 
TLV mg/m3

NTP

IARC

OSHA
regulated

Diamond powders

(7782-40-3)

ND

15

10

No

No

No

Proprietary compound

ND

ND

ND

ND

ND

ND


Section 3: Hazard Identification
Emergency overview

Appearance: Paste

Immediate effects: ND

Potential health effects

Primary Routes of entry: ND
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure: ND
Eyes: May cause irritation.

Skin: May cause irritation.

Ingestion: ND

Inhalation: ND

Chronic Exposure: ND

Chemical Listed As Carcinogen Or Potential Carcinogen: None

See Toxicological Information (Section11)

Potential environmental effects

See Ecological Information (Section 12)


Section 4: First Aid Measures
If accidental overexposure is suspected

Eye(s) Contact: Flush with plenty of water.

Skin Contact: Flush with plenty of water. Wash with warm water and mild soap.
Inhalation: Most likely not to occur, however vapors from polishing may be irritating, remove to fresh air. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.

Ingestion: May be irritating to digestive system, seek medical attention.

Note to physician

Treatment: ND

Medical Conditions generally Aggravated by Exposure: ND


Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: 340º F (Cleveland open cup ASTM)
Flammable Limits: D92 lower 0.9 calculated

Auto-ignition point: ND
Fire Extinguishing Media: Use carbon dioxide or dry chemical for small fires
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Use more water.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None

Hazardous combustion products: ND

DOT Class: None


Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Collect material for proper disposal.
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of waste according to Federal, State and Local Regulations.


Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage:

Storage temperature: Room temperature.

Storage Pressure: NA


Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls

Ventilation required: None need, mechanical acceptable

Personal Protection Equipment

Respiratory protection: None needed

Protective gloves: Plastic or rubber
Skin protection: Gloves
Eye protection: Safety glasses or goggles
Additional clothing and/or equipment: Eye bath and safety shower

Exposure Guidelines

See Composition/Information on Ingredients (Section2)


Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance and Physical State: Paste

Odor (threshold): Nil

Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 1.1256

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): -7

Vapor Density (air=1): 0.01 mm Hg @ 20º C

Percent Volatile by volume: ND

 

Evaporation Rate (butyl acetate=1): ND

Boiling Point: 392º F

Freezing point / melting point: ND
pH: ND
Solubility in Water: Complete
Molecular Weight: NA


Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: ND

Materials to Avoid (Incompatibility): ND
Hazardous Decomposition Products: ND
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.


Section 11: Toxicological Information

Results of component toxicity test performed: ND

Human experience: ND

This product does not contain any compounds listed by NTP or IARC or regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen.


Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecological Information: ND

Chemical Fate Information: ND


Section 13 Disposal Considerations

RCRA 40 CFR 261 Classification: ND

Federal, State and local laws governing disposal of materials can differ. Ensure proper disposal compliance with proper authorities before disposal.


Section 14: Transportation Information

US DOT Information: Not regulated

IATA: Not regulated

IMO: Not regulated


Section 15: Regulatory Information

United States Federal Regulations

MSDS complies with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Rule 29, CFR 1910.1200.

SARA: ND

SARA Title III: ND

RCRA: ND

TSCA: ND

CERCLA: ND

State Regulations

California Proposition 65: No

International Regulations

Canada WHMIS: ND

Europe EINECS Numbers: ND

 


Section 16: Other Information

Label Information: ND

European Risk and Safety Phrases: ND

European symbols needed: ND

Canadian WHMIS Symbols: ND

Hazard Rating: Health: 0; Fire: 0; Reactivity: 0
(0=least, 1=Slight, 2=Moderate, 3=High, 4=Extreme)

Abbreviations used in this document

NE= Not established

NA= Not applicable

NIF= No Information Found

ND= No Data


Disclaimer
Ted Pella, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind regarding the information furnished herein. Users should independently determine the suitability and completeness of information from all sources. While this data is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate, it should be considered only as a supplement to other information gathered by the user. It is the User's responsibility to assure the proper use and disposal of these materials as well as the safety and health of all personnel who may work with or otherwise come in contact with these materials.

 

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