MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Product:
Revision Date:

Ceramacast 583
2/12/2009

1. MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION
Product Name:

Ceramacast 583

Product Description:
Product Use:White Odorless PowderHigh Temperature Potting Compound

Manufacturer:

Aremco Products, Inc.
707-B Executive Blvd.
Valley Cottage, NY 10989

Telephone:
Emergency Phone:845-268-0039
845-268-0039 or Infotrac (24/7) 800-535-5053

2. COMPOSITION
Ingredient
Aluminum Oxide
Calcium Oxide
Zirconium Dioxide
1Zirconium Silicate (Zircon)
Silicon Dioxide, Amorphous
Quartz, Crystalline Silica
Ferrous Oxide
RutileAluminum SilicateMagnesium Oxide
13CAS #1344-28-1
1305-78-8
1314-23-4
14940-68-2
7631-86-9
14808-60-7
1345-25-1
1317-80-2
1302-76-7
1309-48-4

ACGIH TLV (mg/m )102510100.1
1
N/E
15103

OSHA PEL (mg/m )155105
N/E
0.1
N/E
N/E
N/E
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This ingredient contains 0.0028-0.028% Uranium and 0.0085-0.015% Thorium, which exists in complex mineralogical phase within zircon.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview:
Eye Contact:
Skin Contact:
Ingestion Acute:White odorless powder. May cause moderate irritation to eyes, skin, and digestive tract.
May cause abrasion to the eyes.
May cause moderate irritation to the skin.
May cause irritation to mouth, esophagus, and stomach.

Chronic Hazards:

Silica:This product contains crystalline silica; once inhaled, cristobalite can remain in the lungs causing
scarring, stiffening and difficulty breathing. The most common type of silicosis develops following
repeated inhalation over time. Repeated inhalation of crystalline silica can also increase the risks ofdeveloping respiratory cancer. Avoid dust creation. Do not inhale dusts from this product. Do notuse compressed air or dry sweeping to remove dusts from the work area. Use wet clean-up methods
to remove dusts. IARC and NTP classify respirable crystalline silica as a confirmed or known humancarcinogen. Although OSHA has not promulgated a specific standard for crystalline silica, materials
that contain >= 0.1% crystalline silica should be treated as a confirmed carcinogen for hazard
communication purposes.
Zircon:Zircon contains naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORM) in the uranium and thorium series,
in equilibrium, at typical specific activities of 0.3 to 0.7 Bq/g thorium (85-165 ppm) and 0.3 to 3.5 Bq/guranium (28-281 ppm). Zircon is exempt from Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations forsource material per 10 CFR 40, since it falls under the definition of “unimportant quantity sourcematerial” containing less than 0.05% uranium or thorium. The main radiological hazard from theproduct is internal exposure from small amounts of alpha particles given off by inhaled dust.
Industrial hygiene practices aimed at control of airborne dust can lessen the potential for exposure.

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Overexposure by inhalation to inhaled dusts containing radioactive uranium or thorium may causelung cancer. Low level gamma radiation in proximity to bulk stockpiles of zircon may present a lesser,
external exposure that can be managed by limiting close proximity for long time periods to large
volumes of material. IARC and NTP do not list Zircon as a carcinogen.
HMIS:

Health:Flammability:
Reactivity:
Personal Protection:

100F

4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Exposure:
Hold eyelids open and flush with a steady, gentle stream of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical attention, preferably with anophthalmologist. If a physician is not immediately available, eye irrigation should be continued for an additional 15 minutes.
Skin Exposure:
Immediately wipe excess material off skin with a dry cloth then wash with plenty of soap and water for at least 5 minutes. See medicalattention if irritation develops or persists. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes and clean thoroughly before re-use.
Inhalation:
Immediate effects are not anticipated. If large amounts of dusts are inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing problems occur, a certified
professional should administer oxygen or cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if indicated. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 1-2 glasses of water to drink. Do not give anything by mouth to anunconscious person. Seek medical attention immediately. Do not leave victim unattended. To prevent aspiration of swallowed product, lay
victim on side with head lower than waist. Vomiting may occur spontaneously. If vomiting occurs and the victim is conscious, give water tofurther dilute the chemical.
Medical Conditions Possibly Aggravated by Exposure:
Inhalation of product may aggravate existing chromic respiratory problems such as asthma, emphysema or bronchitis. Persons who develop
silicosis have greatly increased risks of developing tuberculosis and workers who are exposed to crystalline silica and smoke have increased
risks of lung damage. Skin contact may aggravate existing skin disease.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point:
Not applicable.
Flammable Limits:This material is non-flammable, non-combustible.
Extinguishing Media:
Not applicable.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
Not applicable.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: This material is non-flammable, non-combustible.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Protection:
Spill Cleanup:

Wear goggles, protective clothing, and chemical resistant gloves. Use NIOSH approved respirator toprevent inhalation of dust.
Use wet-mop cleanup measures to collect material with precaution against breathing dust. Dispose inaccordance with federal, state and local regulations.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGEHandling:
Storage:

Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing dust. Keep container closed. Promptly
clean residue from closures with cloth dampened with water. Promptly clean up spills.
Store in an area that is cool, dry, and well ventilated. Keep containers closed. Store in clean plastic
or metal containers.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Respiratory Protection:
Skin Protection:
Eye Protection:

Use with adequate ventilation; mechanical dust collector is recommended. Keep containers closed.
Safety shower and eyewash fountain should be within direct access.
If exposure limits are exceeded and local ventilation is unavailable, a supplied-air respirator or a selfcontained NIOSH-approved particulate cartridge respirator is recommended.
Wear protective clothing and gloves.
Wear chemical goggles.

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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical and chemical here represent typical properties of this product. Contact Technical Sales for exact specifications.
Appearance:
Odor:
Specific Gravity, g/cc
Water Solubility:
Melting Point:
Boiling Point:
Vapor Pressure:
Vapor Density (air=1):

White PowderOdorless
2.45 (Powder + 20% H2O by Weight)~10% Soluble
Not available
Not applicableNot applicableNot applicable

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Conditions to Avoid:

This material is stable under all conditions of use and storage.
Keep exposure to dust levels below TLV. Avoid rapid heating of the cement that may cause spallingor eruption of the cement because of rapid hydration.
Materials to Avoid:
Reacts with water to hydrate as part of the cement reaction. Magnesium oxide reacts with BrCL3 andBrF3.
oHazardous Decomposition Products: Water of hydration will be released as steam above 250 C. Fused silica and quartz may convert tocristobalite at high temperatures.
Hazardous Polymerization:Will not occur.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONRTECS Toxicity Data for Product Components:
Ingredient
Aluminum Oxide
Calcium Oxide
Zirconium Dioxide
1
Zirconium Silicate (Zircon)
Silicon Dioxide, Amorphous
Quartz, Crystalline Silica
Ferrous Oxide
RutileAluminum Silicate
Magnesium Oxide

CAS #1344-28-1
1305-78-8
1314-23-4
14940-68-2
7631-86-9
14808-60-7
1345-25-1
1317-80-2
1302-76-7
1309-48-4

NIOSH (RTECS) #BD1200000EW3100000
ZH8800000
ZH9000000
SA9275000
VV7330000
N07400000
VM2940000
BD1450000
OM3850000

Inhalation:

Acute silicosis has been reported for exposure to extremely high crystalline silica concentrations
particularly when the particle size of the dust is very small. Acute silicosis is rapidly progressive withdiffuse pulmonary involvement and does not form classical silicotic nodules. The disease is often
complicated by tuberculosis and can develop only months after the initial exposure with the possibilityof death within 1 or 2 years. This product contains < 0.50% crystalline silica. Acute silicosis may notoccur at the concentrations present.

Chronic:

Classic silicosis is characterized by the formation of scattered silica containing nodules of scar tissue
in the lungs ranging in size from microscopic to greater than 1 cm. Simple silicosis (nodules < 1 cm)
is generally asymptomatic but may progress to debilitating complicated silicosis (nodules > 1 cm) withor without continued exposure. Historically, workers who developed silicosis had greatly increased
risks of developing an accompanying tuberculosis infection (silicotuberculosis).
IARC has found inadequate evidence to link exposure to amorphous silica to cancer in animals.
Limited data is available concerning the health effects of fused silica in animals or humans; however,animal studies indicate a fibrogenic potential less than that of quartz. IARC has found inadequate
evidence to link exposure to amorphous silica to cancer in animals.

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Overexposure by inhalation to inhaled dusts containing radioactive uranium or thorium may causelung cancer. Low level gamma radiation in proximity to bulk stockpiles of zircon may present a lesser,
external exposure that can be managed by limiting close proximity for long time periods to large
volumes of material. IARC and NTP do not list Zircon as a carcinogen.

Subchronic:

No data.

3Other:Silica particles <10 microns are considered respirable; however, particles retained in the lungs aregenerally much smaller. Silica particles retained in the human lung have median diameters of 0.5-0.7
microns.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxity:
Environmental Fate:
Physical/Chemical:

Not tested
Not tested
Sinks and mixes with water.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal Method:

Dispose in accordance with federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations.

14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATIONDOT UN Status:

The material is not a regulated hazardous material for transportation.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. Federal Regulations
CERCLA:No CERCLA reportable quantity has been established for this material.

TSCA:

All ingredients of this material are listed on the TSCA inventory.

SARA Title III
Sections 302, 304, 313:

This product does not contain any substances reportable under these sections.

Sections 311, 312:
Hazard Classes
Fire Hazard
Reactivity Hazard
Pressure Hazard
Immediate Hazard
Delayed Hazard

Yes/NoNoNoNoYes
Yes

International Inventory
Canada (DSL)
Europe (EINECS/ELINCS)
Australia (AICS)
Japan (MITI)South Korea (KECL)

Status
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

16. OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA:

Health:Flammability:
Reactivity:

1004

Key Legend Information
ACGIH
ARD
CAS
CERCLA
DSL
HMIS
NDNE
NFPA
NIOSH
NTP
OSHA
PEL
RTECS
SARA
SARA Title III
SARA Section 302
SARA Section 304
SARA Section 311
SARA Section 312
SARA Section 313
STELTLV
TWA

American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Chemical Abstract Service
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation & Liability Act
Domestic Substance ListHazardous Materials Identification System
Not Determined
Not Established
National Fire Protection Association
National Institute for Occupational Safety & HealthNational Toxicology Program
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Permissable Exposure Limit
Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical SubstancesSuperfund Amendments & Reauthorization Act
Emergency Planning & Community Right to Know Act
Extremely Hazardous Substances
Emergency Release
MSDS/List of Chemicals & Hazardous Inventory
Emergency & Hazardous Inventory
Toxic Chemicals & Release Reporting
Short Term Exposure Limit
Threshold Limit Value
Time Weighted Average

Disclaimer: The information contained herein is based on data taken from sources believed to be both current and reliable at the time ofpublication. Aremco Products, Inc. makes no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy of this MSDS and assumes no liability arisingfrom its use by others. Compliance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws and regulations remains the responsibility of the user.

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