Material Safety Data Sheet

 

1. Identification of the Substance / Company Details

Product Name:

Green Clay Powder

Supplier:

Soap Basics

23 Southbrook Road

Melksham

Wiltshire

SN12 8DS

UK

Phone:

01225 899286

Email:

info@soapbasics.co.uk

2. Composition / Information on Hazardous Ingredients

Composition:

Sun dried, powdered green clay

Hazardous Ingredients:

None

3. Hazards Identification

Not regulated as a health hazard under the current legislation

4. First Aid Measures

General:

Seek medical attention in case of any discomfort.

Eye irritation:

In case of sensitivity promptly wash eyes with lots of water while lifting the eyelids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention.

Skin irritation:

Can cause dry skin on prolonged contact.  Seek medical attention if irritation persists after washing.

Inhalation:

Due to powdered state may cause respiratory irritation. Remove patient to open air

Ingestion:

Never make an unconscious person vomit or drink fluids. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.

Symptoms:

No specific symptoms noted

Eye Contact:

None known

Skin Contact:

None known

Ingestion:

None known

Inhalation:

None known

5. Fire Fighting Measures

Extinguishing Media:

Water spray, fog or mist, foam, dry chemicals, sand, dolomite etc.

Special Fire Fighting Procedures:

No special procedures required.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Spill Cleanup Methods: Contain spillage and sweep into a suitable container and dispose of as non hazardous waste.

7. Handling & Storage

Usage Precautions:

 

Product should be handled in accordance to Good Manufacturing Practice. Dust levels of over 10 mg/cu.m should be avoided.

Hygiene Work Practices:

Observe good hygiene practice and guidelines.

Storage precautions:

Keep in cool, dry, ventilated storage and closed containers. Protect from insect infestation.

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Ventilation:

Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation

Respiration:

General face mask

Eye Protection:

Wear approved safety goggles

Protective Gloves:

Use suitable protective gloves

Other Protection:

Provide eyewash, quick drench

9. Physical & Chemical Properties

Colour/Appearance:

Greenish white powder

Odour/Taste:

Indistinct/Not applicable

pH:

Not applicable

Boiling Point:

Not applicable

Flash Point:

Not applicable

Flammability:

Not known

Auto flammability:

No

Explosive Properties:

Not applicable

Oxidising Properties:

None

Molecular Weight:

Not applicable

Bulk Density:

Not known

10. Stability and Reactivity

Stability:

Stable

Incompatible Chemicals:

Not applicable

Materials to Avoid:

Not applicable

Conditions to Avoid:

Not applicable

11. Toxicological Information

Health Warnings:

No specific health warnings noted

Symptoms:

No specific health warnings noted

Eye Contact:

None known

Skin Contact:

None known

Ingestion:

None known

Acute and Chronic Health Hazards:

No known chronic or acute health risks

Carcinogenicity:

No evidence of carcinogenic properties

12. Ecological Information

No evidence of bio accumulation.  No known ecological effects.  Readily biodegradable.

13. Disposal Conditions

Arrange disposal as non toxic waste by licensed disposal company in consultation with local Waste Disposal Authority, in accordance with the Environmental Protection Act 1990 (section 34), and the Duty of Care.

14. Transport Information

Labelling

No transport warning sign required.

Special Precautions

None required

15. Regulatory Information

Label for Supply

No hazard label required. This product is not classified as dangerous under the Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 1994.

UK Regulatory References

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Environmental Protection Act 1990.

The information contained in this safety data sheet does not constitute the user’s own assessment of workplace risk as required by other health and safety legislation.

16. Other Information

Applications:

Pharmaceuticals / Cosmetics

Issue No:

1

Dated:

14/09/04

This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other material or in any process. Such information is, to the best of our knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable as the dates indicated. However, no representation, warranty or guarantee is made as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness. It is the user’s responsibility to satisfy him / herself as to the suitability of such information for his/her own particular use.