UNIVERSITY OF MALTA
FACULTY OF MEDICINE & SURGERY
PHARMACY DEPARTMENT
MATERIAL SAFETY
DATA SHEET
LIGHT KAOLIN
Table of Contents
Ref. No.
MSDS /PD/21_01
Valid for:
2 years from approval
Page
1. Chemical Product
2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
3. Hazards Identification
4. First Aid Measures
5. Fire and Explosion Data
6. Accidental Release Measures
7. Handling and Storage
8. Exposure Controls/ Personal Protection
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
10. Stability and Reactivity Data
11. Toxicological Information
12. Ecological Information
13. Disposal Considerations
14. References
15. Appendices
16. Revision History
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LIGHT KAOLIN
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Chemical Product
Product Name: Kaolin
Chemical name: Kaolin
Synonyms: N/A
Chemical Formula: H2Al2Si2OK8-H2O
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Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition: Kaolin 100% by weight
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: N/A
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Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). Slightly
hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), eye contact (irritant) and ingestion.
Potential Chronic Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of ingestion.
A4 (Not classifiable for human or animal)
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: N/A
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: N/A
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: The substance may be toxic to upper respiratory tract and
stomach. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS:
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First Aid Measures
General measures: N/A
Skin contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the
irritated skin with an emollient. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing
before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention.
Serious skin contact: N/A
Eye contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush
eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never
give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are
swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband.
Serious indigestion: N/A
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
Serious inhalation: N/A
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Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable
Auto-Ignition Temperature: N/A
Flash points: N/A
Flammable limits: N/A
Products of Combustion: N/A
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: N/A
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
 Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: N/A
 Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: N/A
Fire fighting media and Instructions: N/A
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: N/A
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: N/A
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Accidental Release Measures
NB: Wear appropriate protective equipment/clothing including gloves before removing
any spills.
Small spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal
container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of
according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large spill: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish
cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the
sanitary system. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above the
threshold limit value (TLV). Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
7.
Handling and Storage
Precautions: Do not breathe dust. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents,
acids, alkalis.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not
store above 23°C (73.4°F).
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8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits:
 TWA: 2 (mg/m3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] [1999] Inhalation Respirable.
 TWA: 15 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States] Inhalation Total.
 TWA: 5 (mg/m3) from NIOSH Inhalation Respirable.
 TWA: 10 (mg/m3) from NIOSH [United States] Inhalation Total.
 TWA: 5 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States] Inhalation Respirable.
 Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering
controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations
generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below
the exposure limit.
Personal Protection: Safety glasses, gloves, lab coat, dust respirator, making sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
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Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Off-white powdered solid.
Odour: N/A
Taste: N/A
Molecular Weight: 258.2 g/mole
pH (1% solution/water): N/A
Boiling Point: N/A
Melting Point: 1760°C (3200°F)
Critical Temperature: N/A
Specific Gravity (Water = 1): 2.2
Vapour Pressure (mmHg): N/A
Vapour Density: N/A
Volatility: N/A
Odour Threshold: N/A
Water/Oil Distribution Coefficient: N/A
Ionicity (in Water): N/A
Dispersion Properties: N/A
Solubility: Insoluble in cold water, hot water, methanol, diethyl ether, n-octanol.
10.
Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass
Instability temperature: N/A
Conditions of Instability: Excess dust generation, incompatible materials
Incompatibles: Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids, alkalis
Polymerization: Will not occur
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Toxicological Information
Toxicity to animals:
 LD50: N/A
 LC50: N/A
Effects on humans:
Acute potential health effects:
 Skin: Dust may cause skin irritation
 Eyes: Dust may cause eye irritation
 Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Low hazard for usual industrial
handling.
 Inhalation: Dust may cause respiratory tract irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial
handling
Chronic potential health effects:
 CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: A4 (Not classifiable for human or animal) by ACGIH.
May cause damage to the upper respiratory tract, stomach.
 Prolonged exposure may affect the stomach and respiratory system. The NIOSH
Pocket Guide lists the respiratory system and stomach as target organs. Chronic
inhalation may cause a particular type of pneumoconiosis called Kaolinosis. It is
characterized by positive x-ray findings and mild reductions in pulmonary function.
Pure Kaolin is apparently not fibrogenic and does not induce debilitating silicosis.
However, if it is contaminated with crystalline silica it may produce severe lung
effects, including emphysema and pulmonary fibrosis due to the contaminating silica.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: N/A
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: N/A
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: N/A
Other information: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), ingestion and
inhalation.
12.
Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: N/A
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Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal: Waste must be disposed of in accordance with local environmental control
regulations.
14.
References
 Sciencelab.com. Material Safety Data Sheet; Light Kaolin, MSDS [Online] 2005 [cited
2012
Nov
6].
Available
from:
URL:
http://www.sciencelab.com/msds.php?msdsId=9927200
 Jmloveridge.com. Material Safety Data Sheet; Light Kaolin, MSDS [Online] 2012
[cited
2012
Nov
6].
Available
from:
URL:
http://www.jmloveridge.com/cosh/Kaolin%20Light.pdf
 Clayton.edu. Material Safety Data Sheet; Light Kaolin, MSDS [Online] 2012 [cited
2012
Nov
6].
Available
from:
URL:
http://www.clayton.edu/portals/690/chemistry/inventory/MSDS%20Kaolin.pdf
15.
Appendices
N/A
16.
Revision History
Version Number
Amendments/ Reasons for change
01
Initial Release
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