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Warranty, Regulatory Information, and Specifications
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4 Amorphous Fumed Silica
(Group 3 “Not Classifiable”; IARC)
Overexposure to amorphous silica has been associated
with causing irritation of the lungs and pneumoconiosis.
Long-term inhalation exposure may be associated with
producing tumors in laboratory animals.
Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable
Polymerization: Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Thermal
decomposition may result in release of oxides of carbon
and nitrogen.
Temperature: Do not expose to temperatures above 200°C
(392°F).
Incompatibility: Avoid exposure to strong oxidizers.
Spill Cleanup and Disposal
Spill Cleanup
Small Spills
1 Remove sources of ignition.
2 Clean up spill with wet cloth.
Large Spills
1 Remove sources of ignition.
2 Wear protective gear: respirator, rubber gloves, goggles
(see below)
3 Clean up spill with scoop, being careful not to generate a
lot of dust.
Waste Disposal
Follow appropriate federal, state and local regulations.
