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Product Information
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| USG Sheetrock Brand Topping Joint Compound, Ready-Mixed |
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Home maintenance » joint compound » Drywall-Wallboard
Home maintenance » wall/ceiling » Plaster
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| 800-874-4968 |
| 2012-06-18 |
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| The following information (Health Effects, Handling/Disposal, and Ingredients) is taken from the product label and/or the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) prepared by the manufacturer. The National Library of Medicine does not test products nor does it evaluate information from the product label or the MSDS. (What is an MSDS?)
(Complete MSDS for this product)
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Health Effects
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Dust generated from sanding product can cause irritation to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Use wet-sanding to reduce dust created. Wear eye, skin and respiratory protection as necessary per working conditions.If eye contact occurs flush with water for 15 minutes. Do not ingest. If ingested, call physician. Frequent breathing of mica and/or talc dust can cause lung disease (pneumoconiosis). Product safety information: 800-507-8899 or usg.com. Customer Service: 800 USG-4-YOU (800 874-4968). KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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From MSDS:
Hazard Identification
Emergency Overview
This product is not expected to produce any unusual hazards during normal use. Exposure to high dust levels may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, throat, or upper respiratory tract. This product does not present an inhalation, ingestion, or contact health hazard unless subjected to operations such as sawing, sanding or machining which result in the generation of airborne particulate. This product contains quartz (crystalline silica) as a naturally occurring contaminant. Prolonged and repeated breathing of respirable talc and/or mica dust may cause lung disease (pneumoconiosis).
Potential Health Effects
Primary Routes of Entry: Inhalation, eyes and skin contact.
Inhalation: Exposure to dust generated during the handling or sanding of the product may cause temporary irritation to eyes, skin, nose, throat, and upper respiratory tract. Persons subjected to large amounts of this dust will be forced to leave area because of nuisance conditions such as coughing, sneezing and nasal irritation. Labored breathing may occur after excessive inhalation. If respiratory symptoms persist, consult physician.
Eye contact: Dust can cause temporary mechanical irritation of eyes. If burning, redness, itching, pain or other symptoms persist or develop, consult physician.
Skin contact: None known.
Ingestion: None known.
Medical conditions which may be aggravated: Pre-existing upper respiratory and lung diseases such as, but not limited to, bronchitis, emphysema and asthma. Pre-existing skin diseases such as, but not limited to, rashes and dermatitis.
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From MSDS:
Inhalation: Prolonged and repeated breathing of respirable talc and/or mica dust may cause lung disease (pneumoconiosis). The extent and severity of lung injury correlates with the length of exposure and dust concentration.Exposures to respirable crystalline silica are not expected during the normal use of this product; however, actual levels must be determined by workplace hygiene testing. Prolonged and repeated exposure to airborne free respirable crystalline silica can result in lung disease (i.e., silicosis) and/or lung cancer. The development of silicosis may increase the risks of additional health effects. The risk of developing silicosis is dependent upon the exposure intensity and duration.
Eye contact: None known.
Skin contact: None known.
Ingestion: None known.
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IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer: 1- Carcinogenic to humans
NTP – National Toxicology Program (Health and Human Services Dept., Public Health Service, NIH/NIEHS): 1- Known to be carcinogen
ACGIH – American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists: A2 – Suspected human carcinogen
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Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Leave the area of exposure and remain away until coughing and other symptoms subside. Other measures are usually not necessary, however if conditions warrant, contact physician.
Eye contact: In case of contact, do not rub or scratch your eyes. To prevent mechanical irritation, flush thoroughly with water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, consult physician.
Skin contact: Wash with mild soap and water. If irritation persists, consult physician.
Ingestion: This product is not intended to be ingested or eaten. If gastric disturbance occurs, call physician.
Notes to Physician: Treatment should be directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical condition.
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0 = Minimal; 1 = Slight; 2 = Moderate; 3 = Serious; 4 = Severe;
N = No information provided by manufacturer; * = Chronic Health Hazard |
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Handling/Disposal
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Avoid dust contact with eyes and skin. Wear the appropriate eye and skin protection against dust. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid breathing dust. Wear the appropriate respiratory protection against dust in poorly ventilated areas and if TLV is exceeded Use good safety and industrial hygiene practices.
Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from sources of heat, moisture and incompatibilities (
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Dispose of material in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Never discharge directly into sewers or surface waters. Consult with environmental regulatory agencies for guidance on acceptable disposal practices.
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