ARDEX A 38™ MIX SDS

Safety Data Sheet for ARDEX Americas ARDEX A 38™ MIX, revised 2016-08-24.

Danger

OSHA rules that apply

Crystalline silica (quartz) (CAS 14808-60-7), 29 CFR 1926.1153. Cutting, grinding or drilling makes silica dust. Use water or a vacuum on the tool, and a respirator if Table 1 calls for one.

Hazards

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
May cause cancer by inhalation.
May cause respiratory irritation.
Causes damage to lungs through prolonged or repeated inhalation.

Protective equipment

Safety glasses or chemical goggles must be worn when using this product.
A face shield is recommended if splashing is possible.
Wear chemical resistant protective clothing and impervious gloves. Glove materials such as nitrile rubber or Viton (fluorocarbon rubber) are recommended.
Where extensive exposure to product is possible, use resistant coveralls, apron and boots to prevent contact.
If work process generates excessive quantities of dust, or exposures in excess of any PEL, wear an appropriate particulate respirator (dust mask). Mask should be rated at N-95 or higher.

First aid

Eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get medical advice/attention.
Skin: Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Flush affected skin with gently flowing lukewarm water for at least 20 minutes. Seek immediate medical attention/advice.
Swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Breathing it in: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: call a doctor/physician.

Fire

Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or foam. Do not use water, as contact may cause hydration and formation of caustic alkaline material. Firefighters should wear proper protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus with full face piece operated in positive pressure mode.

Spills

Ventilate area and eliminate ignition sources. Contain material and prevent entry into sewers or waterways. Use HEPA vacuum or other dustless methods to gather spilled material into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid adding water, as material becomes alkaline when wet.

Ingredients (SDS section 3)

Ingredient	CAS number	Amount
Crystalline silica, quartz	14808-60-7	60 – 100
Portland cement	65997-15-1	5 – 10
Calcium aluminate cement	65997-16-2	1 – 5
Calcium sulfate	7778-18-9	1 – 5

Summary taken from the SDS and checked by IDSDS. The full SDS is the official document.

En español

Peligro

Pictogramas: Corrosivo, Irritante / nocivo, Peligro para la salud

Indicaciones de peligro en la redacción oficial del SGA en español. El equipo de protección y los primeros auxilios están arriba, como los dice la hoja. La hoja completa del fabricante es el documento oficial.

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