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Health Effects
Acute Health Effects:
From MSDS
PRIMARY ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY: Inhalation and direct dermal exposure.
TARGET ORGANS: Upper respiratory system, skin and eyes. EFFECTS OF
OVEREXPOSURE: SKIN AND EYES: Prolonged or repeated overexposure
to dust or to wet Portland cement may cause skin irritation. Contact with
eyes will cause irritation. INHALATION: Portland cement is considered
a nuisance dust. Prolonged or repeated overexposure to dust may cause
nose and throat irritation.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Existing skin conditions.
Chronic Health Effects:
From MSDS
Existing skin conditions may be aggravated by exposure to product.
Carcinogenicity:
From MSDS
NTP: No. IARC Monographs: No. OSHA Regulated: No.
First Aid:
From MSDS
SKIN AND EYES: In case of eye contact, flush eyes
with plenty of water continuously for fifteen (15) minutes; get medical
attention immediately. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water or
hand cleaner. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist. Wash clothing
before reusing. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air.
0 = Minimal; 1 = Slight; 2 = Moderate; 3 = Serious; 4 = Severe; N = No information provided by manufacturer; * = Chronic Health Hazard
MSDS Date:
1998-11-01
Handling/Disposal
Handling:
From MSDS
VENTILATION: Normal, ambient ventilation should be sufficient. Handle
and mix powder component carefully to avoid creating dust. RESPIRATORY
PROTECTION: Should not be required. If work process generates
excessive quantities of dust, wear respirator approved for nuisance dusts.
SKIN AND EYE PROTECTION: It is always a good safety practice to avoid
contact with eyes and prolonged contact with skin. Use spectacle-type
glasses to avoid splashing in eyes, and latex or rubber gloves to prevent
skin contact.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Avoid
extreme heat or cold. OTHER PRECAUTIONS: None.
Disposal:
From MSDS
Dispose of container and any unused contents in accordance with Federal, State, and Local Waste Disposal Regulations. Do not flush unused contents or residue down drains. Do not reuse container.
