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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE AND OF THE COMPANY
Trade names

Product Identifier
Synonyms
Product Use: KaMin® 35, KaMin® 35B, KaMin® 611, KaMin® 80,KaMin® 90, KaMin® 80B, KaMin® 90B, KaMin® 35B,KaMin® HG, KaMin® HG90, KaMin® 95,
KaMintek® 2001, Polygloss® 90, Polyfil® 35, Polyfil® 35B,Polyfil® F, Polyfil® FB, Polyfil® X, Polyfil® XB,Polyfil® HG, Polyfil® HG90, Polyfil® HG90, Polyfil® DL,Polyfil® DLX, Polyplate® P, Polyplate® PO1,Polyplate® HMT: Naturally Occurring Kaolinitic clay
: Hydrous Kaolin, China Clay, Hydrous Aluminum Silicate: Mineral Pigment or Filler used primarily in Specialty Filler
Applications, Paint, Inks, Coatings, Adhesives, Ceramics,Rubber, Plastics, Cosmetics, Agriculture.

Company: KaMin LLC
822 Huber Road
Macon, Ga. 31217
USATelephone
Fax: +1 478 750 5410
: +1 478 750 5487

E-Mail Address
Emergency Telephone: askus@kaminllc.com: CHEMTREC : +1 703 527 3887

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Substance classification:

Xi
Irritant
R36/37/38 Irritating to eye, Irritating to Respiratory System, Irritating to Skin
Hazardous classification
This product does not meet the criteria for classification as hazardous as definedin Regulation EC 1272/2008.

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Revision Date 03 April 2013This product does contain trace levels of crystalline silica (<0.1%). Care isrecommended when handling to avoid dust generation.
General Advice – In case of doubt or when symptoms persist, seek medical attention
Risk Advice to man and environment
Prolonged exposure may dry skin.
In case of eye contact hold eyelids apart and flush with steady gentle stream ofwater for several minutes.
If spilled avoid water contamination.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Non-Hazardous SubstanceChemical Name
CAS No.
Kaolinitic Clay*
1332-58-7

EC-No.
310-127-6

Classification
R36, R37,R38

Concentration (%)
96-99%

Kaolin Clay is a naturally occurring material and is exempted from REACH registration
with Annex V.7.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General Advice: In case of doubt or when symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
Inhalation: If exposed to excessive dust movement of the exposed individual to fresh
air is recommended. If symptoms persist seek medical advice.
Eye Contact: Rinse with copious amounts of water and seek medical attention if
irritation persists.
Skin Contact: May cause minor irritation or drying of skin if handled without gloves.
Wash thoroughly after handling. If irritation persists seek medical attention.

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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURESExtinguishing Media: All extinguishing media can be used. Use suitable media
appropriate for the surrounding fire.
Specific Hazards arising from the mixture: Non-combustible. No hazardous thermal
decomposition. Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or waterways.
Specific Protective Fire Fighting Equipment: No specific Fire Fighting Protection isrequired beyond what would be required for the surrounding fire.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions: Avoid dust formation. In case of insufficient ventilation orexposure to high levels of dust wear suitable respiratory equipment in compliancewith national legislation.
Environmental Precautions: Keep product from entering drains and waterways.
Methods and Materials for containment and cleaning up spills: Collect mechanicallyor by flushing with water and collecting material. Avoid dry sweeping. Use water
spray or ventilated vacuum system to prevent dust formation.
Refer to sections 8 and 13 for additional information.
7. HANDLING and STORAGE
Precautions for Safe Handling: Avoid dust formation. Provide appropriate exhaust
ventilation at places where dust is formed. In case of insufficient ventilation wear
suitable respiratory protective equipment. Handle packages carefully to prevent
accidental bursting. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Smoking, eating anddrinking should be prohibited in the application area. If you require advice on safe
handling techniques contact your supplier.
Storage: Store in a dry area. Keep containers closed and protect from physicaldamage.

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Specific End Use: This product is designed to be used in inks and other solvent basedapplications. Avoid use in applications that are aqueous based. For further
information on limits please see section 16.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Limits: Follow workplace regulatory exposure limits for all types ofairborne dust. Please check your local regulations for specifics limits in your areas.
Components
KaolinRespirable dust
Total dust

OSHA-TWA
10 mg/m3
5 mg/m3
15 mg/m3

ACGIH TLV TWA-3 mg/m3
10 mg/m3

TWA: Time Weighted Average
Engineering Controls: Use mechanical ventilation (dilution and local exhaust) to control
exposure to dust. Ensure that eyewash stations are close to the workstation location.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Eye Protection: Safety Glasses with Side Shields
Hand Protection: Work Gloves Recommended
Respiratory Protection: In case of exposure to high levels of airborne dust, wear a
respirator in compliance with local legislation.
Skin and Body Protection: Use suitable protective clothing, gloves and footwear,
selected with regard to use conditions and exposure potential.
Hygiene Measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety
practice.
Environmental Exposure: Keep product from entering drains and waterways. Avoid
wind dispersal.

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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: White powder

Odor: Odorless

Odor Threshold: Not Relevant

pH: 5-9, 5% water suspension

Relative Density: 2.6 g/cm3

Solubility: Insoluble in water/Soluble instrong acid

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity: Inert, not reactiveChemical Stability: Chemically stable, no particular incompatibility
Possible Hazardous Reactions: No hazardous reactions
Conditions to avoid: None
Material Incompatible: No particular incompatibility
Hazardous decomposition products: Not Relevant
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on toxicological effects:(a) Acute toxicity: Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.
(b) Skin Corrosion/irritant: Based on available data the classification criteria arenot met.
(c) Serious eye damage/irritation: Based on available data the classification
criteria are not met.
(d) Respiratory or skin sensitization: Based on available data the classification
criteria are not met.
(e) Germ cell mutagenicity: Based on available data the classification criteria arenot met.
(f) Carcinogenicity: Based on available data the classification criteria are notmet.
(g) Reproductive toxicity: Based on available data the classification criteria arenot met.
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Revision Date 03 April 2013(h) STOT – single exposure: Based on available data the classification criteria
are not met.
(i) STOT – repeated exposure: Based on available data the classification data arenot met.
(j) Aspiration hazard: Based on available data the classification data are not met.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
EcoToxicity: No information available/Not relevant. Naturally occurring mineralthat is Generally Regarded as Safe (GRAS).
13. DISPOSAL CONDITIONS
Product: The product should not be allowed to enter drains or waterways. Where
possible product should be recycled. Can be disposed of in compliance with local
regulations.
This material is not classified as hazardous waste according to Commission Decisions2000/532/EC and 2001/118/EC
Packaging: Recycling and disposal of packaging should be carried out in compliancewith local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN Number: Not relevant
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not relevant
Transportation hazard class:
ADR: Not Regulated
IMDG: Not Regulated
ICAO/IATA: Not Regulated
RID: Not Regulated
DOT: Not Regulated
Environmental Hazards: not relevant
Special Precautions for User: No special precautions

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Revision Date 03 April 201315. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Labeling according to EC Directives 1999/45/ECSymbol:

XiR phrase(s)R36 Irritating to Eyes
R37 Irritating to Respiratory System
R38 Irritating to Skin
S22 Do not breathe dust
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing,gloves, eye and face protection.

S phrase(s)

NFPA:
HMIS:

Health 1
Health 1

Irritant

Flammability: 0
Flammability: 0

Reactivity: 0
Physical Hazard: 0

Notification Status:
Europe EINECS : All materials on the inventory or in compliance with inventory.
USA TSCA: All materials on the inventory or in compliance with inventory.
Canada NDSL/DSL: All materials on the inventory or in compliance with inventory.
China IECSC: All materials on the inventory or in compliance with inventory.
Australia AICS: All materials on the inventory or in compliance with inventory.
Korea KECI:
All materials on the inventory or in compliance with inventory.
Philippines PICCS: All materials on the inventory or in compliance with inventory.
Sara 311/312 Hazard: None
SARA 313 Substances: None
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Third Party Materials: Insofar as materials not manufactured or supplied by KaMin LLC
are used in conjunction with or instead of KaMin’s materials it is the responsibility of thecustomer himself to obtain from the manufacturer or supplier all technical data and other

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properties relating to them. No liability can be accepted with respect to the use of theproducts described in this SDS in conjunction with materials from another supplier.
The material outlined in this SDS is not for use in food, feed or similar applications.
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of ourknowledge and believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date of its publication.
However, no representation is made to its accuracy, reliability or completeness. It is theuser’s responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability and completeness of suchinformation for his own particular use.
Training: Workers must be informed of the possible presence of crystalline silica andtrained in the proper use and handling of this product as required under applicableregulations.

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