Document ID: OSHA-2019-0001-0458
Agency: osha
Document Type: Supporting & Related Material
Title: 
Posted Date: 2021-11-22T05:00Z

https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npg/npgd0480.html
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The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
Particulates not otherwise regulated
Synonyms & Trade Names
"Inert" dusts, Nuisance dusts, PNOR [Note: Includes all inert or nuisance dusts, whether mineral, inorganic, not listed specifically in 1910.1000.]
CAS No.
RTECS No.
DOT ID & Guide
Formula
Conversion
IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
See Appendix D

OSHA PEL
TWA 15 mg/m[3] (total) TWA 5 mg/m[3] (resp)
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 0500 , 0600
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Dusts from solid substances without specific occupational exposure standards.
Molecular Weight
Properties vary depending upon the specific solid.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Varies
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin, throat, upper respiratory system
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin:No recommendation
Eyes:No recommendation
Wash skin:No recommendation
Remove:No recommendation
Change:No recommendation
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye:Irrigate immediately

Breathing:Fresh air
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
See also
INTRODUCTION
                                          Page last reviewed: October 30, 2019
         Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health