Ashapura Volclay Limited

Material Safety Datasheet

IDENTITY (as used on label and list) Galleon Earth V2 Super / V2

SECTION I
Manufacturer's Name	Ashapura Volclay Limited

SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS IDENTITY INFORMATION
Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical Identity; Common Name(s) )
OSHA PEL	ACGIH TLV	Other Limits Recommended	To (optional)
N/D	0.1 mg/m³as crystalline silica	N/D	N/D
Chemical Name		Bentonite, acid
Chemical Formula		SiO₂ x Al₂O₃ x nH₂O
CAS Reg. No.		70131-50-9
TSCA		The ingredients of this material are all on the TSCA Inventory list edited in 1991.
DG Class		Not listed
UN No.		Not listed
		Galleon Earth V2 Super contains 3~5 wt% of crystalline silica by phosphate method. Similarly, a certain cristobalite-like silicate by wt% detected by X-ray diffraction method is in existence in Galleon Earth V2. However, it cannot be determined for lack of standard material

SECTION III - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Boiling Point	N/D	Specific Gravity	2.4
Vapor Pressure (mmHg)	N/D	Melting Point	N/D
Vapor Density	N/D	Evaporation Rate	N/D
Solubility in Water	Water-insoluble
Appearance and Odor	Greyish-white powder, odorless

SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point	Flammable Limits	LEL	UEL
N/A	N/D	N/A	N/A
Extinguishing Media		N/A
Special Fire Fighting Procedures		N/A
Usual Fire and Explosion Hazards		N/A

SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY	UNSTABLE	conditions to avoid
	STABLE	x
Incompatibilities (materials to avoid)		Hydrofluoric acid, and strong alkali
Hazadroud Decomposition or Byproducts		None
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION	MAY OCCUR	conditions to avoid
	WILL NOT OCCUR	x

SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Route(s) of Entry	Inhalation ?	Skin ?	Ingestion ?
-	Yes	No	No
Eye	May cause slight irritation
Skin	Frequent or prolonged exposure may cause skin irritation. May cause drying or flaking of skin
Inhalation	Excessive exposure may cause respiratory irritation
Ingestion	No specific information is available
HEALTH HAZARDS (Acute and Chronic)
Acute Toxicity	-
Chronic	No specific information is available, however, if inhaled dust of the material in large quantities for a long period of time, may cause pneumonoconiosis.
CARCINOGENICITY	NTP ?	LARC MONOGRAPHS ?	OSHA REGULATED ?
-	Listed as b on the 6th Annual Report (1991)	Group 2A Supplement 7 (1987)	Not regulated
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure		Nothing particular
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure		Nothing particular
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Eye	Irrigate with flowing water immediately and continuously for at least 15 minutes. If necessary, get medical attention
Skin	Wash with soapy water and wash off in flowing water or shower. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Inhalation	Remove to fresh air. Blow nose and rinse mouth if necessary.
Ingestion	Blow nose and rinse mouth if necessary.

SECTION VII - PRECAUTION FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE THE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED
	Sweep up or otherwise vacuum released or spilled material by a vacuum cleaner. Take all additional action necessary to prevent and remedy the adverse effects of release or spill.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
	Any disposal practice must be in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations (contact local or state environmental agency for specific rules).
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING
	Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact. Avoid excessive stacking and soaking of packages to prevent damage. Store the material in a dry / cool place. Provide for good ventilation of the room.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS
	Nothing particular.

SECTION VIII - CONTROL MEASURES
VENTILATION	LOCAL EXHAUST	Required
	MECHANICAL	Not Required
	SPECIAL	Not Required
	OTHER	Not Required
PROTECTIVE GLOVES	Wear impervious / chemical resistant gloves
EYE PROTECTION	Wear safety glasses, splash goggles or face shield. Contact lenses should not be worn.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT	Not required.
WORK / HYGIENIC PRACTICES	Take off working clothes after finishing work and wash with detergent if the material is found adhered to the clothes. Be sure to gargle and wash hands and body after finishing work.

To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herewith is accurate. However, neither ASHAPURA VOLCLAY LIMITED nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herewith. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used in caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards which exist.

Technical Data and Properties of GALLEON EARTH