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1 Revised edition: Version: 1 Identification of the Substance/Mixture and of the Company/Undertaking Product Identifier Page 1 Product Name: Calcium Carbonate Article No.: Relevant identified Uses of the Substance or Mixture and Uses advised against Identified uses: Uses advised against: Details of the Supplier of the Safety Data Sheet (Producer/Importer) Company: Address: Kremer Pigmente GmbH & Co. KG Hauptstr , Aichstetten, Germany Tel./Fax.: Tel , Fax Internet: info@kremer-pigmente.de Importer: -- Emergency No. Emergency No.: (Mon-Fri 8:00-17:00) Hazards Identification Classification of the Substance or Mixture Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 (CLP/GHS) This product does not require classification and labelling as hazardous according to CLP/GHS. Classification according to Directive No. 67/548/EC or No. 1999/45/EC Safety Phrases: Possible Environmental Effects: Label Elements Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 (CLP/GHS) Hazard designation: This product does not require classification and labelling as hazardous according to CLP/GHS. Not applicable. Signal word: Hazard designation: Safety designation: Hazardous components for labelling: Other Hazards Composition/Information on Ingredients 2

2 Substance Mixture Page 2 Chemical Characterization: Information on Components / Hazardous Ingredients: Calcium carbonate (CaCO3) 100 % CAS-Nr: EINECS-Nr: EC-Nr: Additional information: First Aid Measures Description of the First Aid Measures General information: After inhalation: After skin contact: After eye contact: Remove contaminated clothes immediately. Supply fresh air. Wash off with plenty of water. Rinse open eyes with plenty of water. In case of discomfort seek medical help After ingestion: Most important Symptoms and Effects, both Acute and Delayed No special measures required. Symptoms: No further information available Effects: Indication of any Immediate Medical Attention and special Treatment needed Treatment: Fire-Fighting Measures Extinguishing Media Suitable extinguishing media: No further information available. Use extinguishing media for surrounding fire Unsuitable extinguishing media: Special Hazards arising from the Substance or Mixture Special hazards: Advice for Firefighters Product is not flammable. Protective equipment: 3

3 No special measures required. Page Further information: Accidential Release Measures Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures Personal precautions: Environmental Precautions Wear protective clothing Environmental precautions: Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up Small amounts of product can be discarded in the sewage together with water Methods and material: Reference to other Sections Handling and Storage Precautions for Safe Handling Instructions on safe handling: Take up mechanically and collect in suitable containers for disposal. Clean with water. Dispose of contaminated material according to Section 13. Wear adequate protective clothing (see para. 8) Hygienic measures: Conditions for Safe Storage, including any Incompatibilities Keep away from foodstuffs and drinks. Storage conditions: Requirements for storage areas and containers: Information on fire and explosion protection: Store in tightly sealed containers in a dry room. Store the product in the original container. No special measures necessary Storage class (VCI): Further Information: Specific End Use(s) Do not store together with: acids Further information: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Parameters to be Controlled Parameters to be controlled (DE): ACGTH TLV (USA): 10 mg/m3 (general dust limit) 4

4 Parameters to be controlled: Page 4 Derived No-Effect Level (DNEL): Predicted No-Effect Concentration (PNEC): Additional Information: Exposure Controls Technical protective measures: Provide adequate ventilation. Personal Protection General protective measures: Respiratory protection: Hand protection: Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Dust mask recommended when very dusty (with particle filter P1). Not required Protective glove material: Eye protection: Body protection: Recommended in case of extreme dust formation (EN 166). Not required Environmental precautions: No special measures required. Physical and Chemical Properties Information on Basic Physical and Chemical Properties Form: Color: Odor: Odor threshold: powder white odorless ph-value: 9.4 (ISO 787-9) Melting temperature: Boiling temperature: Flash point: Evaporation rate: Flammability (solid, gas): 5

5 Page 5 Upper explosion limit: Lower explosion limit: Vapor pressure: Vapor density: no information available no information available Density: 2.71 g/cm3 (ISO ) Solubility in water: Coefficient of variation (n- Octanol/Water): Auto-ignition temperature: 8 mg/l no information available Decomposition temperature: 990 C Viscosity, dynamic: Explosive properties: Oxidizing properties: none Bulk density: Further Information Solubility in solvents: Viscosity, kinematic Burning class: Solvent content: Solid content: Particle size: Other information: 10. Stability and Reactivity Reactivity Stable if used according to specifications Chemical Stability Stable if used according to specifications Possibility of Hazardous Reactions Reacts with acids (formation of CO2). 6

6 10.4. Conditions to Avoid Page Conditions to avoid: Thermal decomposition: Imcompatible Materials Hazardous Decomposition Products Further Information Toxicological Information Information on Toxicological Effects Acute Toxicity LD50, oral: LD50, dermal: LC50, inhalation: Primary effects Irritant effect on skin: Irritant effect on eyes: Inhalation: Ingestion: Sensitization: Mutagenicity: Reproductive toxicity: Carcinogenicity: Teratogenicity: Specific target organ toxicity (STOT): Avoid temperatures above 825 C (decomposition). Acids None The product is inert and non toxic. No relevant data found. No relevant data found. No negative effects known. No cancerogenic effect known. Repeated exposure: no information available. Single exposure: no information available. Additional toxicological information: Experience of the exposure to people: Does not present a risk to human health. 12. Ecological Information Aquatic Toxicity 7

7 No toxicity expected. Page Fish toxicity: Daphnia toxicity: Bacteria toxicity: Algae toxicity: Persistency and Degradability Bioaccumulation Mobility Results of PBT- und vpvp Assessment Other Adverse Effects Water hazard class: Behaviour in sewage systems: Further ecological effects: AOX Value: Disposal Considerations Waste Treatment Methods Product: European Waste Code (EWC): Uncleaned packaging: Waste Code No.: Transport Information UN Number ADR, IMDG, IATA UN Proper Shipping Name ADR/RID: No data available. Not hazardous. No negative effects. Ecologically harmless. The product itself is slightly alkaline which might be slightly harmful to the aquatic organisms. Dispose of according to official national and local regulations. Dispose of according to official local regulations. No hazardous goods according to ADR (land transportation). IMDG/IATA: No hazardous goods according to IMDG Transport Hazard Classes 8

8 ADR Class: Page 8 Hazard no.: Classification code: Tunnel restriction code: IMDG Class (sea): Hazard no.: EmS No.: IATA Class: Hazard no.: Packaging Group ADR/RID: IMDG: IATA: Environmental Hazards None Special Precautions for User Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations. Transportation in Bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and IBC-Code Further Information Regulatory Information Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations/Legislation specific for the Substance or Mixture Water hazard class: 0, not hazardous (German Regulation, Assessment by list) Local regulations on chemical accidents: Employment restrictions: Restriction and prohibition of application: Technical instructions on air quality: Chemical Safety Assessment Further Information Other Information This product should be stored, handled and used in accordance with good hygiene practices and in conformity with any legal regulations. This information contained herein is based on the present state of knowledge and is intended to describe our product from the point of view of safety requirements. It should be 9

9 Page 9 therefore not be construed as guaranteeing specific properties.