Material Safety Data Sheet Duffy Catalyst:
Date Prepared: 03/01/2008 MSDS No: 01302002
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifier:
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Duffy Catalyst
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Chemical name and synonyms:
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Inert Catalyst support media.
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Trade names and synonyms:
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Catalyst support spheres. Duffy Catalyst
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Product numbers:
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CSS01 thru CSS03
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Chemical family:
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Inorganic Alumima Silicate.
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HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Hazardous components:
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OSHA PEL
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ACGIH TLV
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CAS Registry#
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Aluminum Oxide, Al203
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15mg/m3tot., 5mg/m3 resp.
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10mg/m3tot
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1344-28-1
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Silica, SiO2
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7631-86-9
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As Crystalline Quartz 30 mg/m3
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%SiO2+2 tot.
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0.5 mg/m3
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14808-60-7
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As Crystalline Quartz 10 mg/m3
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%SiO2+2 resp.
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0.5 mg/m3
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14808-60-7
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As Crystalline Cristobalite
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½ of above
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½ of above
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14464-46-1
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Nickel Oxide NiO
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1313-99-1
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Although the recommendations set fourth herein are presented in good faith and believed to be correct as of the date hereof, The Duffy Company makes no representations as to the completeness or accuracy thereof. Information is supplied upon the condition that the person receiving same will make their own determination as to its suitability for their purposes prior to use. In no event will The Duffy Company be responsible for damages of any nature whatsoever resulting from the use or reliance upon information. No representations or warranties, either express or implied of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or of any other nature are made hereunder with respect to information or the product to which information refers.
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PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance and odor
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Dark Gray cubes; odorless
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Boiling point
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N/A
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Melting point:
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2900° – 3400° F
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Vapor pressure and density
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N/A
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Solubility in water
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Insoluble
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Specific gravity
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0.5 – 1.0 g/cc
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Evaporation rate
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N/A
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Percent volatile by volume
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N/A
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FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash point
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Non-flammable
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LEL
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N/A
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UEL
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N/A
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Flammable limits
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N/A
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Extinguishing media
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Use media suitable for surrounding materials.
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Special fire fighting procedures
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No special procedures required.
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Unusual fire and explosion hazards
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None known.
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REACTIVITY DATA
Stability
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Stable under normal temperatures and pressure.
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Chemical incompatibilities
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None
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Hazardous decomposition
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Toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides and metal oxides may be present during decomposition.
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HEALTH HAZARDS
Primary entry routes:
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Health hazards may arise from inhalation of dust generated from handling, ingestion and or contact with skin or eyes.
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Acute health effects:
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This product may cause transitory eye, skin and upper respiratory tract irritation. Nickel compounds have been reported to cause eye irritation, upper respiratory tract irritation, respiratory and skin sensitization.
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Chronic health effects:
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Long term, unprotected exposures to dust levels in excess of the PEL/TLV may cause lung damage (silicosis), a non-cancerous lung disease. IARC (the International Agency for Research on Cancer) states there is sufficient evidence in animals and limited evidence in human studies that crystalline silica is a probable carcinogen. IARC has determined that “nickel and other nickel compounds” are casually associated with cancer in humans, but “the compounds responsible for the carcinogenic effects in humans cannot be specified.” This requires that nickel in all forms be identified as carcinogenic under OSHA 29CFR1910.1200. The health assessment document for nickel published by the U.U. EPA states that nickel at least in some forms should be considered carcinogenic to humans via inhalation. The National Toxicology Program (NTP) lists nickel, nickel oxide, and nickel compounds as having a suspected carcinogenic effect on humans.
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Medical conditions that may be aggravated by contact:
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Pre-existing upper respiratory and lung disease such as, but not limited to, bronchitis, emphysema and asthma.
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Signs and symptoms of overexposure:
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Eyes:
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Flush eyes with large amounts of water at least 15 minutes.
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Skin:
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May cause allergic dermatitis (Nickel itch or rash).
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Inhalation:
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Inhalation of concentrations above the Occupational Exposure Limits may cause congestion and irritation of the throat, nasal passages and upper respiratory system.
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Ingestion:
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Induce vomiting if conscious. Consult physician.
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Emergency and first aid procedures
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Eyes:
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Flush eyes with large amounts of water at least 15 minutes.
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Skin:
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Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation or inflammation persists.
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Inhalation:
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Remove to fresh air. May give oxygen. Consult physician.
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Ingestion:
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Induce vomiting if conscious. Consult physician.
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SPILL, LEAK AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
Notify safety personnel of spills or leaks. Clean up personnel need protection against inhalation of dusts and skin or eye contact.
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Vacuum clean dusts generated during installation or disposal. If sweeping is necessary, use a dust suppressant. Place in appropriate containers for reuse or disposal in an approved landfill in accordance with Federal, State and Local laws.
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Nickel compounds are listed as toxic chemicals and are subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA) and 40 CFR 372.
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SPECIFIC PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory protection:
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Use NIOSH approved respirator for protection against dusts generated during installation or disposal.
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Ventilation:
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Provide general an or local exhaust ventilation to keep exposure below ACGIH TLV.
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Protective clothing:
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Wear protective clothing, including long sleeves and gloves, to prevent repeated or prolonged skin contacts and or abrasions.
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Eye protection:
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Chemical splash goggles designed in compliance with OSHA regulations are recommended for normal.
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Storage:
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Store in a dry area. Keep poly liner sealed to prevent ingress of moisture.
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