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Material Safety Data Sheet
Molecular Sieve, Type 3A, 1/16
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Section 1. Product and Company Identification
Product name : Molecular Sieve, Type 3A, 1/16
Product code : MX1583A
Synonym : Molecular Sieve Type 3A, Zeolite
Material uses : Other non-specified industry: Analytical reagent.
Manufacturer : EMD Chemicals Inc.
P.O. Box 70
480 Democrat Road
Gibbstown, NJ 08027
856-423-6300 Technical Service
Monday - Friday: 8:00 - 5:00 PM
Validation date : 6/19/2006.
Print date :
In case of emergency : 800-424-9300 CHEMTREC (USA)
613-996-6666 CANUTEC (Canada)
24 Hours/Day: 7 Days/Week


Section 2. Hazards Identification
Physical state : Solid.
Odor : Odorless.
OSHA/HCS status : This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). 
Emergency overview : WARNING!
HARMFUL IF INHALED.
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: LUNGS, MUCOUS MEMBRANES, RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN, EYE, LENS OR CORNEA.
SUSPECT CANCER HAZARD.
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH MAY CAUSE CANCER.
MAY CAUSE RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION.
CONTACT WITH WATER GENERATES HEAT.
WARNING: This product contains a chemical(s) known to the State of California to cause cancer.
Do not ingest. Avoid contact with skin and clothing. Avoid breathing dust. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure.
Routes of entry : Inhalation. Ingestion.
Potential acute health effects
Eyes : Moderately irritating to eyes.
Skin : Moderately irritating to the skin.
Inhalation : Toxic by inhalation. Moderately irritating to the respiratory system.
Ingestion : Very toxic if swallowed.
Carcinogenic effects : Contains material which may cause cancer. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure.
Mutagenic effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Teratogenicity / Reproductive toxicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Medical conditions aggravated by over-exposure : Repeated skin exposure can produce local skin destruction or dermatitis. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce lung damage. Repeated exposure of the eyes to a low level of dust can produce eye irritation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
See toxicological information (section 11)


Section 3. Composition/Information on Ingredients
United States
Name CAS number % by Weight
Silica Gel 7631-86-9 <50
Aluminum Oxide 1344-28-1 <40
Sodium Oxide 1313-59-3 <30
Potassium Oxide 12136-45-7 <15
Magnesium Oxide 1309-48-4 <5
Sand (Quartz) 14808-60-7 <3


Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye contact : Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Check for and remove any contact lenses. Get medical attention.
Skin contact : Get medical attention immediately. Flush contaminated skin with plenty of water. Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing or wear gloves. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse.
Inhalation : Get medical attention immediately. Move exposed person to fresh air. If it is suspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or self-contained breathing apparatus. Keep person warm and at rest. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If unconscious, place in recovery position and get medical attention immediately. Maintain an open airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Ingestion : Get medical attention immediately. Wash out mouth with water. Remove dentures if any. Move exposed person to fresh air. Keep person warm and at rest. If material has been swallowed and the exposed person is conscious, give small quantities of water to drink. Stop if the exposed person feels sick as vomiting may be dangerous. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. If vomiting occurs, the head should be kept low so that vomit does not enter the lungs. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If unconscious, place in recovery position and get medical attention immediately. Maintain an open airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. If it is suspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or self-contained breathing apparatus. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.


Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammability of the product : No specific hazard.
Extinguishing media
Suitable : Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire.
Not suitable : None known.
Special exposure hazards : Not available.
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters : Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.
Special remarks on explosion hazards : Contact with many metals produces highly flammable hydrogen gas. (Potassium Oxide)


Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions : Immediately contact emergency personnel. Keep unnecessary personnel away. Use suitable protective equipment.
Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers.
Methods for cleaning up : If emergency personnel are unavailable, vacuum or carefully scoop up spilled material and place in an appropriate container for disposal by incineration. Avoid creating dusty conditions and prevent wind dispersal.


Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling : Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage : Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.


Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Product name Exposure limits
United States
Silica Gel NIOSH REL (United States, 12/2001).
TWA: 6 mg/m3 10 hour/hours. Form: All forms
Aluminum Oxide ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2006). Notes: 1996 Adoption Refers to Appendix A -- Carcinogens. The value is for total dust containing no asbestos and < 1% crystalline silica.
TWA: 10 mg/m3 8 hour/hours. Form: All forms
NIOSH REL (United States, 12/2001).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 10 hour/hours. Form: All forms
OSHA PEL (United States, 8/1997).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour/hours. Form: Respirable fraction
TWA: 15 mg/m3 8 hour/hours. Form: Total dust
OSHA PEL 1989 (United States, 3/1989).
TWA: 10 mg/m3 8 hour/hours. Form: Dust
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour/hours. Form: Respirable fraction
Magnesium Oxide ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2006). Notes: Refers to Appendix A -- Carcinogens. Inhalable fraction. See Appendix C, paragraph A. Inhalable Particulate Mass TLVs (IPM?TLVs) for those materials that are hazardous when deposited anywhere in the respiratory tract. ACGIH 2003 Adoption
TWA: 10 mg/m3 8 hour/hours. Form: Fume
OSHA PEL (United States, 8/1997).
TWA: 15 mg/m3 8 hour/hours. Form: Total particulates
OSHA PEL 1989 (United States, 3/1989).
TWA: 10 mg/m3 8 hour/hours. Form: Total particulates
Sand (Quartz) ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2006). Notes: Respirable fraction; see Appendix C, paragraph C.
TWA: 0.025 mg/m3 8 hour/hours. Form: Respirable fraction
NIOSH REL (United States, 12/2001). Notes: See Appendix A - NIOSH Potential Occupational Carcinogen
TWA: 0.05 mg/m3 10 hour/hours. Form: All forms
OSHA PEL 1989 (United States, 3/1989).
TWA: 0.1 mg/m3 8 hour/hours. Form: Respirable dust
OSHA PEL Z3 (United States, 9/2005).
TWA: 10 mg/m3 8 hour/hours. Form: Respirable
TWA: 30 mg/m3 8 hour/hours. Form: Total dust.
TWA: 250 MPPCF 8 hour/hours. Form: Respirable
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Engineering measures : Use only with adequate ventilation. If user operations generate dust, fumes, vapor or mist, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants below any recommended or statutory limits.
Personal protection
Eyes : Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists, gases or dusts.
Recommended: safety glasses with side-shields
Skin : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product.
Body: Recommended: lab coat
Respiratory : Use a properly fitted, particulate filter respirator complying with an approved standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator.
Hands : Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Recommended: nitrile rubber
Hygiene measures : Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period. Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.


Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state : Solid.
Color : Grayish-white.
Odor : Odorless.
Melting/freezing point : 2799.98°C (5072°F) based on data for: Magnesium Oxide . Weighted average: 1698.05°C (3088.5°F)
Relative density : Weighted average: 2.71 (Water = 1)


Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and reactivity : The product is stable.
Incompatibility with various substances : Highly reactive or incompatible with the following materials: metals and acids.
Reactive or incompatible with the following materials: oxidizing materials.
Hazardous polymerization : Will not occur.


Section 11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity data
Chronic effects on humans : CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified 3 (Not classifiable for humans.) by IARC [Silica Gel ]. Classified A4 (Not classifiable for humans or animals.) by ACGIH [Aluminum Oxide ]. Classified None. by NIOSH [Potassium Oxide]. Classified A4 (Not classifiable for humans or animals.) by ACGIH [Magnesium Oxide ]. Classified 1 (Known to be human carcinogens.) by NTP, + (Proven.) by NIOSH [Sand (Quartz)]. Classified A2 (Suspected for humans.) by ACGIH, 2A (Probable for human.) by IARC [Sand (Quartz)].
Contains material which causes damage to the following organs: lungs, mucous membranes, upper respiratory tract, skin, eye, lens or cornea.
Other toxic effects on humans : Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation (lung irritant).
Slightly hazardous in case of ingestion.
Specific effects
Carcinogenic effects : Contains material which may cause cancer. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure.
Mutagenic effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Teratogenicity / Reproductive toxicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Sensitization
Ingestion : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Inhalation : Moderately irritating to the respiratory system.
Eyes : Moderately irritating to eyes.
Skin : Moderately irritating to the skin.


Section 12. Ecological Information
Environmental precautions : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Products of degradation : Some metallic oxides.
Toxicity of the products of biodegradation : The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.


Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements.
Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations. Local regulations may be more stringent than regional or national requirements.

The information presented below only applies to the material as supplied. The identification based on characteristic(s) or listing may not apply if the material has been used or otherwise contaminated. It is the responsibility of the waste generator to determine the toxicity and physical properties of the material generated to determine the proper waste identification and disposal methods in compliance with applicable regulations.

Refer to Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE and Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION for additional handling information and protection of employees.


Section 14. Transport Information
Regulatory information UN number Proper shipping name Class PG* Label Additional information
DOT Classification - CHEMICALS, N.O.S. - - Not available.
PG* : Packing group


Section 15. Regulatory Information
United States
HCS Classification : Highly toxic material
Irritating material
Carcinogen
Target organ effects
U.S. Federal regulations : TSCA 8(b) inventory: Listed
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: Magnesium Oxide ; Sodium Oxide; Potassium Oxide; Sand (Quartz); Aluminum Oxide
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: Magnesium Oxide : Immediate (acute) health hazard; Sodium Oxide: Immediate (acute) health hazard; Potassium Oxide: Immediate (acute) health hazard; Sand (Quartz): Immediate (acute) health hazard, Delayed (chronic) health hazard; Aluminum Oxide : Immediate (acute) health hazard
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found.
Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
SARA 313
Product name CAS number Concentration
Form R - Reporting requirements :
Aluminum Oxide 1344-28-1 <40
Supplier notification :
Aluminum Oxide 1344-28-1 <40
SARA 313 notifications must not be detached from the MSDS and any copying and redistribution of the MSDS shall include copying and redistribution of the notice attached to copies of the MSDS subsequently redistributed.
State regulations : Pennsylvania RTK: Silica Gel : (generic environmental hazard); Magnesium Oxide : (generic environmental hazard); Sand (Quartz): (generic environmental hazard); Aluminum Oxide : (environmental hazard, generic environmental hazard)
Massachusetts RTK: Silica Gel ; Magnesium Oxide ; Sand (Quartz); Aluminum Oxide
New Jersey: Silica Gel ; Magnesium Oxide ; Potassium Oxide; Sand (Quartz); Aluminum Oxide
WARNING: This product contains a chemical(s) known to the State of California to cause cancer.
Ingredient name
Cancer Reproductive
No significant risk level
Maximum acceptable dosage level
Sand (Quartz) Yes. No. No. No.
Canada
WHMIS (Canada) : Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (Very toxic).
Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (Toxic).
CEPA DSL/CEPA NDSL : CEPA DSL: Silica Gel ; Magnesium Oxide ; Sodium Oxide; Potassium Oxide; Sand (Quartz); Aluminum Oxide
This product has been classified according to the hazard criteria of the CPR and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.
EU regulations
Risk phrases : This product is not classified according to EU legislation.
International regulations
International lists : Australia (NICNAS): Silica Gel ; Magnesium Oxide ; Sodium Oxide; Potassium Oxide; Sand (Quartz); Aluminum Oxide

China: Silica Gel ; Magnesium Oxide ; Sodium Oxide; Potassium Oxide; Sand (Quartz); Aluminum Oxide

Germany water class: Silica Gel ; Sodium Oxide; Potassium Oxide; Sand (Quartz); Aluminum Oxide

Japan (METI): Silica Gel ; Magnesium Oxide ; Sodium Oxide; Potassium Oxide; Sand (Quartz); Aluminum Oxide

Korea (TCCL): Silica Gel ; Magnesium Oxide ; Sodium Oxide; Potassium Oxide; Sand (Quartz); Aluminum Oxide

Philippines (RA6969): Silica Gel ; Magnesium Oxide ; Sodium Oxide; Potassium Oxide; Sand (Quartz); Aluminum Oxide


Section 16. Other Information
Label requirements : WARNING!
HARMFUL IF INHALED.
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: LUNGS, MUCOUS MEMBRANES, RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN, EYE, LENS OR CORNEA.
SUSPECT CANCER HAZARD.
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH MAY CAUSE CANCER.
MAY CAUSE RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION.
CONTACT WITH WATER GENERATES HEAT.
WARNING: This product contains a chemical(s) known to the State of California to cause cancer.
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.) :

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Notice to reader
The statements contained herein are based upon technical data that EMD Chemicals Inc. believes to be reliable, are offered for information purposes only and as a guide to the appropriate precautionary and emergency handling of the material by a properly trained person having the necessary technical skills. Users should consider these data only as a supplement to other information gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use, storage and disposal of these materials and the safety and health of employees and customers and the protection of the environment. EMD CHEMICALS INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS.