Material Safety Data Sheet

Bentonite Powder

Section 1 Chemical Product and Company Identification

Product Bentonite Powder

Supplier Oren Hydrocarbons Middle East Inc.
PO Box 18159 Jebel Ali Free Zone (South)
Dubai – U.A.E
Tel : +97148860497
Fax: +97148860498

Section 2 Composition/Information on Ingredients:

Chemical Name : Bentonite

CAS Number: 1302-78-9

Hazardous Ingredients: crystalline silica (quartz, 14808-60-7) is present at less than 1.0% as a naturally occurring
component not removed from the clay ore during processing. See section 11 for further information.

Section 3 Hazards Identification

Health 1 (Possible Hazard From Chronic Exposure To Dust, See Section 11)
Flammability 0
Reactivity 0
Personal Protection E
Emergency Overview: under normal usage or contained spills this material does not pose a significant emergency
risk. This material is very slippery when wetted with water. Appropriate precautions should be taken to avoid slips
and falls.
Potential Health Effects:
Eyes: May Cause Slight Eye Irritation. Direct Contact Should Be Avoided To Prevent Physical Abrasion.
Skin: None Known. Route of Entry : Inhalation. Skin and /or eye contact.
Target Organs: Respiratory system, lungs. Skin. Eyes.
Inhalation: short term exposure to high dust levels could cause minor irritation. Long term exposure to high
concentrations of dust should be avoided due to the Presence of quartz which can cause severe and permanent
lung damage when Inhaled. Control dust levels with engineering controls (local exhaust ventilation). Prevent dust
inhalation with use of a NIOSH approved dust respirator if engineering controls are inadequate.
Carcinogenicity: IARC Has Classified Crystalline Silica As A Human Carcinogen, Class 1.
Target Organ: Lungs

Section 4 First Aid Measures

Skin: Wash Off With Soap And Water.

Eye: Flush With Tepid Water For 15 Minutes. If Irritation Or Pain Persists, Seek medical Attention.
Inhalation: Remove Person To Fresh Air. Seek Medical Attention If Shortness Of breath Or Irritation Persists.
Ingestion: Could Result In Intestinal Blockage. If Large Amounts Are Swallowed Seek Medical Attention.
Notes To Physician: Mixture Is Orally Non-Toxic. See Section 11 For Additional toxicological Data.

Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures

Flashpoint: Not Applicable

Upper Explosive Limit: Not Applicable
Lower Explosive Limit: Not Applicable
Auto ignition Temperature: Not Applicable
Thin-Film Ignition Temperature: Not Applicable
Hazardous Combustion Products: None
Basic Fire Fighting Guidance: Use Appropriate Measures For Surrounding Fire.
Extinguishing Media: Not Applicable

Section 6 Accidental Release Measures

Wet down large spills with water mist to avoid generating excessive dust levels. Caution: this material is very
slippery when wet. Appropriate precautions should be taken to avoid slips and falls.

Clean-Up Procedures And Equipment: use of a dustless vacuum system or shoveling. Flushing with water is also an
acceptable method. Avoid dry sweeping or other methods that may generate high dust concentrations. Wear
Niosh approved dust respirator.

Section 7 Handling and Storage

Handling: Adequate Ventilation Is Necessary In Handling Areas To Prevent Excessive Airborne Dust.
Storage: Store In Closed Containers In A Dry Area.

Section 8 Exposure controls, personal protection

Engineering Controls: provide general or local ventilation adequate to maintain airborne levels below occupational
exposure limits.
Personal Protection Equipment:
Eye/Face: Use Safety Glasses or Goggles.
Skin: None
Respiratory: Use A NIOSH Approved, Air Purifying Dust Respirator If Dust Levels Are Above Exposure Limits.
Half-Masks Are Usually Sufficient for Normal Use.

Section 9 Physical and Chemicals properties

Appearance: Tan Powder

Odor: Mild
Physical State: Solid
pH : Not Applicable
Vapor Pressure: Not Applicable
Vapor Density: Not Applicable
Boiling Point: Not Applicable
Melting Point: Not Applicable
Solubility: Negligible
Specific Gravity: 2.6

Section 10 Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities: None
Conditions To Avoid: Not Applicable
Stability: This Material Is Stable Under Normal Storage And Handling Conditions.
Hazardous Polymerization: Not Applicable

Section 11 Toxicological Information

The international agency for research on cancer has determined that over-exposure to crystalline silica can cause
lung cancer and silicosis, a progressive lung disease in humans. Health effects from exposure to crystalline silica
occur only when it is inhaled.
Inhalation Effects: crystalline silica has been shown to cause silicosis and lung cancer. Crystalline silica only causes
these conditions when inhaled.
Skin Contact: prolonged skin contact may lead to drying or cracking of the skin due to the absorption of moisture.
Eye Contact: as with any dust, will be irritating to the eyes due to physical abrasion.
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Respiratory Disorders.
Occupational Exposure Limits: studies have shown that the crystalline silica is evenly distributed throughout all
particle sizes of this product. Keep dust levels below permissible limits.
Acgih Twa: 0.1 Mg/Cu.M. (As Quartz)
Acgih Stel: N.A.
Osha Pel (Respirable): 10 Mg/Cu-M- / % Sio2 + 2
Osha Pel (Total Dust): 30 Mg/Cu.M. / % Sio2 + 2

Section 12 Ecological Information

Ecotoxicological Information: None Known

Section 13 Disposal Considerations

Dispose of in a manner in accordance with local and federal regulations. This information applies to material as
manufactured; contamination or processing may change waste characteristics and requirements.

Section 14 Transport Information

Product RQ: NA
US DOT
US DOT Class Not regulated
CANADIAN Transport
TDGR Class: Not regulated
Sea Transport
IMDG Class Not regulated
Air transport
ICAO Class: Not regulated
Section 15 Regulatory Information

Sara 313: None Known

Tsca : Listed
European Inventory: Listed
Canadian Dsl: Exempt
Australian Aics: Listed
Japanese Encs: Encs 9 1971
California Proposition 65: Crystalline Silica In Airborne Particles of respirable size is known to the State Of California
To Cause Cancer.
Europe: Quartz Exposure Limits.
Belgium: 0.1 Mg/Cu.M. Twa
Denmark: 0.1 Mg/Cu.M. Twa
Sweden: 0.1 Mg/Cu.M. Twa
U.K. : 0.1 Mg/Cu.M. (Respirable)
0.3 Mg/Cu.M. (Total Dust)
Russia: 14.0 Mg/Cu.M. (Stel)
Thailand: 10.0 Mg/Cu.M. (Respirable)
30.0 Mg/Cu.M. (Total Dust)
Finland: 0.2 Mg/Cu.M. Twa
Germany: 0.2 Mg/Cu.M. Twa
Switzerland: 0.15 Mg/Cu.M. Twa
Note: Different countries apply quartz occupational exposure limits in different manners, depending on how they
define "respirable" fraction, and mass percentage of a total mixture; consult local authorities for application.

Section 16 Disclaimer

The statements, information and data provided in this MSDS are believed reliable and accurate by Oren
Hydrocarbons Middle East Inc. and its responsible personnel, however no other guarantee, representation,
warranty or responsibility is expresses or implied to an to any user, regardless of reliance on all or any part thereof.
This includes warranty of merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose, and Oren Hydrocarbons Middle
East Inc. assumes no responsibility whatsoever for advice or recommendations made. Nothing contained herein
should be interpreted as permission inducement.