MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PABCO Gypsum
10600 White Rock Road, Suite 100
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670-6032
1-916-631-6500
Fax 916-459-4913
Preparation Date: January 13, 2012
SECTION I – PRODUCT INFORMATION
Trade Name/Synonym: Gypsum
RTECS NO: None
SECTION II – HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION
INGREDIENT
CALCIUM SULFATE “GYPSUM”
CAS REGISTRY #
10101-41-1
NON-TOXIC MATERIAL
CARCINOGEN STATUS: N/A
SECTION III – PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Boiling Point:
N/A
Specific Gravity (H20 = 1):
2.2 – 2.3
Vapor Pressure:
N/A
Melting Point:
N/A
Vapor Density:
N/A
Evaporation Rate:
(Butyl Acetate = 1)
N/A
Solubility in Water:
N/A
Appearance and Odor: White to off-white fine powder – odorless
SECTION IV – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point (Method Used):
Non-Flammable
Flammable Limits:
N/A
Extinguishing Media:
None Required
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
N/A
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:
N/A
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SECTION V – PHYSICAL HAZARDS AND REACTIVITY DATA
Stability:
Stable
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid):
N/A
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts:
N/A
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur
SECTION VI – HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)
Skin Contact:
Eye Contact:
Rinse with water
Flush with water or designated eyewash product
Carcinogenicity:
N/A
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure:
N/A
Medical Conditions
Generally Aggravated by Exposure:
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Could cause skin irritation: Prolonged
inhalation of dust can produce scar tissue in the
lungs. The Condition might not be reversible.
Reduce Exposure
SECTION VII – PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Steps To Be Taken In Case Material Is
Released or Spilled:
Waste Disposal Method:
Precautions To Be Taken In
Handling and Storing:
Other Precautions:
Non-Hazardous, Non-Toxic material –
sweep and place in proper container
May dispose in accordance with local
dumping regulations
No special precautions required, only normal
procedures necessary for handling powders
None
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SECTION VIII – CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type):
Dust mask for dusty conditions
Ventilation:
Local Exhaust:
Special:
Exhuast Fan
N/A
Mechanical (General):
Other:
Natural Ventilation
N/A
Protective Gloves:
Rubber, if desired
Eye Protection:
Safety glasses with side shields
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment:
N/A
Work/Hygienic Practices:
N/A
No guaranty is made as to the accuracy of any data or statements contained herein. While this material is
furnished in good faith, no warranty, express or implied, of merchantability, completeness, fitness or
otherwise is made. This material is offered only for your consideration, investigation, and verification, and
PABCO Gypsum disclaims any liability incurred from the use thereof and shall not, in any event, be liable
for any special, incidental or consequential damages arising from such use. This information is not intended
to be all-inclusive and the manner and conditions of use and handling of the material involved may require
other or additional considerations. It should not be construed as a recommendation for any specific use.