Van Air Systems MS-16 Cartridge - Manual (Page 3)

Van Air Systems, Inc. Molecular Sieve Material Safety Data Sheet Page 2 of 4
Date Prepared: May 1, 2000
Section 6 – Health Hazard Information
Emergency Overview
Off-white beads with no odor.
CAUTION!
MAY CAUSE EYE IRRITATION.
CANCER HAZARD. CONTAINS CRYSTALLINE SILICA WHICH CAN CAUSE CANCER.
Repeated and prolonged inhalation of respirable particles can cause lung cancer and delayed lung damaged (silicosis).
Carcinogenicity: No.
NTP: No.
IARC Monographs: Quartz Class 2A carcinogen.
OSHA Regulated: No.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Eyes: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper & lower eyelids.
Skin: Flush with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing
before reuse.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. Give water to drink. Get medical attention immediately.
NEVER GIVE ANYTHING BY MOUTH TO AN UNCONSIOUS PERSON.
IF IRRITATION DEVELOPS AND PERSISTS SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION
Potential Health Effects:
Inhalation and skin contact are expected to be the primary routes of occupational exposure to this material.
Zeolites will become hot as they absorb water. Prolonged contact can cause burns to moist body tissues.
Repeated and prolonged inhalation of this material may cause a form of disabling lung disease (commonly known
as silicosis). Clinical signs and symptoms of silicosis include cough, shortness of breath, wheezing and
impairment of lung function. Impairment of lung function may be progressive. In the usual case of silicosis, there
is a slow deterioration of capacity for physical effort, decreased chest expansion, and an increased susceptibility
to tuberculosis and other respiratory infections.
Short term, extremely heavy exposures to dust of this material (particularly small-sized particles) can result in
acute silicosis. This disease is rapidly progressive with diffuse pulmonary involvement, which may develop within
months of initial exposure. Individuals with acute silicosis may suffer an abrupt onset of violent coughing, labored
breathing and weight loss; death has been known to occur within one to two years.
Please see Section 10 – Toxicological Information for more information.
Section 7 – Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Small/Large Spills:
Stop the leak, if possible. Ventilate the space involved. Absorb, sweep up, and place in container for disposal.
Reduce dust spreading with a water spray. Shut off or remove all ignition sources. Prevent waterway
contamination. Construct a dike to prevent spreading. Protect workers with water spray. Collect run-off water
and transfer to drums or tanks for later disposal. Avoid creating a dusty atmosphere. Consult a regulatory
specialist to determine appropriate state or local reporting requirements, for assistance in waste characterization
and/or hazardous waste disposal and other requirements listed in pertinent environmental permits.
Clean up procedures: Transfer to containers, preparatory for later disposal. Avoid generation of dusts. Place in
non-sparking containers for recovery or disposal. Remove from spill location. Flush area with water spray, collect
rinsate.
Waste Disposal Method:
Recover, reclaim or recycle when practical. Dispose of in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.
Handling:
Avoid breathing dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only with
adequate ventilation. Keep dry. Contact with water releases heat.