Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Mica Catalog
YY1158, M1289
Common Name/
Number(s).
Trade Name
CAS# 12001-26-2
Manufacturer
RTECS VV8760000
SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.
TSCA TSCA 8(b) inventory: No
products were found.
Commercial Name(s) Not available.
CI# Not available.
Synonym Not available.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Not available.
Chemical Name
Chemical Family Not available. CALL (310) 516-8000
H4Al6K2O24Si6
Chemical Formula
SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.
Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3)
Name CAS # % by Weight
1) Mica 12001-26-2 3 100
Toxicological Data Mica
on Ingredients LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact
(irritant).
Potential Chronic Health Hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation.
Effects Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant).
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
Mica
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact No known effect on eye contact, rinse with water for a few minutes.
Skin Contact After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin
with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin.
Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Serious Skin Contact Not available.
Inhalation Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Inhalation Not available.
Ingestion Do not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not
breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Ingestion
Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product Non-flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Flash Points
Not applicable.
Flammable Limits
Products of Combustion Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Not applicable.
Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
of Various Substances Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media Not applicable.
and Instructions
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority
requirements.
Large Spill Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water
on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system. Be careful that the product is not
present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
Mica
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Precautions Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory
equipment If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and show the label when possible.
Storage No specific storage is required. Use shelves or cabinets sturdy enough to bear the weight of the chemicals. Be
sure that it is not necessary to strain to reach materials, and that shelves are not overloaded.
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection
Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used
a Large Spill to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits TWA: 3 (mg/m3) from ACGIH
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Solid. (Lustrous, crystalline solid plates.) Odor Not available.
Taste Not available.
797 g/mole
Molecular Weight
Color Clear
pH (1% soln/water) Not applicable.
Boiling Point Not available.
Melting Point 1500°C (2732°F)
Not available.
Critical Temperature
Specific Gravity 2.6 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure Not applicable.
Vapor Density Not available.
Volatility Not available.
Odor Threshold Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff. Not available.
Not available.
Ionicity (in Water)
Dispersion Properties Not available.
Insoluble in cold water.
Solubility
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Instability Temperature Not available.
Not available.
Conditions of Instability
Not available.
Incompatibility with various
substances
Corrosivity Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Mica
Special Remarks on Not available.
Reactivity
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Corrosivity
Polymerization No.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.
Other Toxic Effects on Hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation.
Humans Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant).
Special Remarks on Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans
Special Remarks on other Nuisance dust.
Toxic Effects on Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
BOD5 and COD Not available.
Products of Biodegradation Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
arise.
Toxicity of the Products The products of degradation are as toxic as the original product.
of Biodegradation
Special Remarks on the Not available.
Products of Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
Identification Not applicable.
Special Provisions for Not applicable.
Transport
DOT (Pictograms)
Mica
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
Pennsylvania RTK: Mica
Federal and State
Massachusetts RTK: Mica
Regulations
California California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Proposition 65
Warnings
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Other Regulations OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
WHMIS (Canada) CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
Other Classifications
DSCL (EEC) This product is not classified according
to the EU regulations.
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.) 1 National Fire Protection
0 Flammability
0 Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
1 0 Reactivity
Health
Reactivity
0
Specific hazard
Personal Protection
E
WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Safety glasses.
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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