International Chemical Safety Cards

ROCK WOOL ICSC: 0194
ROCK WOOL
(nominal diameter is typically 3-8 µm)
ICSC # 0194
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible.

In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION


EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!

  • INHALATION
    		• Sore throat, hoarseness, laboured breathing.
    		Local exhaust or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest, and refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• Redness, itching.
    		Protective gloves.

  • EYES
    		• Redness, pain, itching.
    		Safety goggles.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION

    		• Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.

    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Sweep spilled substance intocontainers, carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles).


    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0194 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the IPCS and the Commission of the European Communities © CEC, IPCS, 1988.

    International Chemical Safety Cards

    ROCK WOOL ICSC: 0194

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE
     ODOURLESS , FIBROUS SOLID.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     Dissolves in dilute hydrochloric acid.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
     TLV:10mg/m3(as TWA)(ACGIH 1989-1990)
    PDK:4mg/m3(USSR1980)


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

    INHALATION RISK:
     Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates the eyes, the skin, and the respiratory tract. Asthma may be exacerbated.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
     This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans.
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Solubility in water: None
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
         		Environmental toxicity:
    NOTES
    Rock wool is an amorphous silicate manufactured from rock. May contain a binder and an oil for dust suppression. G+His a trade name.
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 0194 ROCK WOOL
    © CEC, IPCS, 1988
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