MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

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LUZENAC AMERICA, INC. MEDICAL EMERGENCY INFORMATION

345 Inverness Drive South Contact: 1-303-623-5716 (24 hr.)
Centennial, CO 80112 Rocky Mountain Poison Control Center
1-800-325-0299 (General Information)

SECTION 1 – SUBSTANCE INFORMATION

SUBSTANCE: Talc MOLECULAR FORMULA: 3MgOy4SiO2yH2O CHEMICAL FAMILY: Silicate

PRODUCT and TRADENAMES: The data contained herein applies to Luzenac America talc products bearing the following names:
AC 1140 JETFIL 200 MISTRON NT SIERRA C400
ALTALC 200V USP JETFIL 350 MISTRON PEF SILVERLINE 002
ALTALC 300V USP JETFIL 350C MISTRON PA-100 SILVERLINE 202
ALTALC 400V USP JETFIL 500 MISTRON RCS SILVERLINE 202 GE
ALTALC 500V USP JETFIL 575C MISTRON RCS 3M (BULK) SILVERLINE 303
ARTIC MIST JETFIL 575P MISTRON RCS AC SILVERLINE 403
AQUATAL JETFIL 625C MISTRON RCS C SILVERLINE 665
AQUATAL 002 JETFIL 625H MISTRON SUPERFROST STEASILK 5 YTST
AQUATAL 002 COMP JETFIL 700C MISTRON TZ STEASILK 5CH
AQUATAL 303 COMP JETFIL 7C MISTRON ULTRAMIX STEASILK YC COMP
BEAVERWHITE 325 JETFIL FR4 MISTRON VAPOR STEAWHITE 2
CIMPACT 550 JETFIL FR6 MISTRON VAPOR 6 STEAWHITE 60
CIMPACT 550C JETFIL P150 MISTRON VAPOR COMP STEAWHITE N60
CIMPACT 610 JETFIL P200 MISTRON VAPOR R STEAWHITE TS60
CIMPACT 610C JETFIL P350 MISTRON VAPOR R COMP STELLAR 410
CIMPACT 610HS COMP JETFIL P500 MISTRON VAPOR R DENSE STELLAR 420
CIMPACT 699 JETFIL T390 MISTRON VAPOR RE STELLAR 450
CIMPACT 710 LUZENAC 1140 MISTRON VAPOR RE COMP STELLAR 450 HS
CIMPACT 710C LUZENAC 8230 MISTRON VAPOR RE DENSE STELLAR 510
CIMPACT 710HS LUZENAC R6 MISTRON ZSC STELLAR 610
CIMPACT 710R LUZENAC R7 MISTRON ZSC SC STELLAR 705F
CIMPACT FR4 MISTROFIL CPT NICRON 002 STELLAR EX
CIMPACT FR6 MISTROFIL MT NICRON 302 STERILINE 320V
ENGINEERED TALC MISTROFIL MT COMP NICRON 303 SUPRA H
EZ FLOW 2C MISTROFIL P403 NICRON 353 SUPRA H USP
EZ FLOW 40 MISTROFIL PT NICRON 402 SUPRAFINO H
EZ FLOW MT MISTRON 002 NICRON 403 SUPRAFINO H USP
EZ FLOW RM MISTRON 100 NICRON 503 SUPREME H
FCOR MISTRON 100 COMP NICRON 504 SUPREME H USP
FDC MISTRON 101 NICRON 554
GRADE 25 USP MISTRON 102 NICRON 604 TALCOLIVA
GRADE 66 MISTRON 102 COMP NICRON 660
GRADE 910 MISTRON 353 NICRON 665 VERTAL 403
HELIOCOTE LE MISTRON 400C NICRON 674 VERTAL 410
HELIOCOTE PT MISTRON 403 OLYMPIC H VERTAL 1000
HON C MISTRON 504 OLYMPIC H USP VERTAL 1500
HON 325 MISTRON 554 ORIENTAL 325 VERTAL C2 PLUS
IMPERIAL 200 USP MISTRON AB ORIENTAL MICRO VERTAL CO PLUS
IMPERIAL 200 MISTRON CF12 R-TALC 6 VERTAL CO PLUS DENSE
IMPERIAL 250 USP MISTRON CF5A R-TALC 7 VERTAL SP
IMPERIAL 250 MISTRON CF5A-M SELECT-A-SORB YELLOWSTONE
IMPERIAL 400 USP MISTRON CF18-X SELECT-A-SORB NG YELLOWSTONE AC
IMPERIAL 400 MISTRON EG SELECT-A-SORB P YELLOWSTONE C
IMPERIAL 500 USP MISTRON FC 002 SELECT-A-SORB R YELOWSTONE ORE
IMPERIAL 700 FCC MISTRON FR4 SELECT-A-SORB COMP
IMPERIAL 1820L BC MISTRON FROST SELECT-A-SORB COMP PF
IMPERIAL 1888L BC MISTRON MONOMIX SELECT-A-SORB ST

SECTION 2 – COMPONENTS

MAJOR: Talc – a hydrous magnesium silicate; CAS #14807-96-6 CONCENTRATION: ~98-100%

MINOR: Dolomite – a magnesium calcium carbonate; CAS #16389-88-1 <2%

Chlorite – a magnesium aluminum silicate; CAS #1318-59-8 <2%
Magnesite – a magnesium carbonate; CAS #546-93-0 <2%

SECTION 3 – EXPOSURE LIMITS

TALC OSHA - 20 mppcf PELTWA

3
ACGIH - 2 mg/m TLV TWA (respirable dust)

SECTION 4 – FIRE, EXPLOSION & REACTIVITY

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD: None FIRE FIGHTING MEDIA: None FLASH POINT: None

REACTIVITY: Stable INCOMPATIBILITIES: None DECOMPOSITION: None hazardous

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SECTION 5 – TOXICITY

TALC

NIOSH Registry Number: WW2710000

SAX Toxicity Evaluation: THR: Not available
Carcinogenic Status:
IARC Cancer Review: Human Inadequate Evidence
IARC Cancer Review: Animal Inadequate Evidence
IARC: Not classifiable as a human carcinogen (Group 3)
OSHA: Not listed.
ACGIH: A4 – Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen
NTP: Not listed. A 2-year inhalation study demonstrated clear evidence of carcinogenic activity in female rats at exposure
levels of 18 mg/m3. Some evidence of carcinogenic activity was observed in male rats at the same level. No evidence of
carcinogenic activity was found in mice (NTP TR-421).
Tumorigenic Data:
TCLo: ihl-rat 11 mg/m3/1Y-I
TDLo: imp-rat 200 mg/kg
Other Toxicity Data:
Skin and Eye Irritation Data: skn-hmn 300 ug/3D-I MLD
Teratogenicity (Reproductive Effects Data): Not available.

Mutation Data: Not available.

SECTION 6 – HEALTH EFFECTS AND FIRST AID

Î INHALATION

ACUTE EXPOSURE: Exposure to a large concentration of air-born dust of this material may cause mechanical
irritation of the mucous membranes and respiratory tract.

CHRONIC EXPOSURE: Repeated or prolonged inhalation of air-born dust of this material may cause scarring of the lungs
(pulmonary fibrosis), with shortness of breath, chronic cough, and respiratory assisted heart failure. Prolonged exposure
to talc can produce a symptomatic talc pneumoconiosis.

FIRST AID: Remove from exposure area to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration and get medical attention
immediately. Keep person warm and at rest. Treat symptomatically and supportively.

Î SKIN CONTACT

ACUTE EXPOSURE: Direct contact may cause dryness, or may cause mild irritation if an allergic predisposition exists.

CHRONIC EXPOSURE: Prolonged contact may cause dryness of the skin, or may cause mild irritation if an allergic
pre-disposition exists.

FIRST AID: Apply common skin moisturizers to relieve dryness. Irritations are uncommon; however, if irritation or redness develops,
seek medical attention. Broken skin can be cleansed with mild soap and water.

Î EYE CONTACT

ACUTE EXPOSURE: Direct contact with dust may cause mechanical irritation of the eyes.

CHRONIC EXPOSURE: Repeated exposure may cause conjunctivae inflammation.

FIRST AID: Wash eyes with large amounts of water or normal saline solution. If irritation or redness develops, seek medical
attention.

Î INGESTION

ACUTE EXPOSURE: This material is considered to be harmless and inert when ingested.

CHRONIC EXPOSURE: Repeated ingestion of large doses of talc for 13 and 10 successive days by rabbits and mice,
revealed negative teratogenic and carcinogenic results.

FIRST AID: Treat symptomatically and supportively. If vomiting occurs, keep head lower than hips to prevent aspiration.

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SECTION 7 – PHYSICAL DATA

TALC

DESCRIPTION: A natural mineral; grayish-white powder with a slight earthy odor. pH: Slightly basic
o o o o
DECOMPOSITION TEMPERATURE: 1652 -1832 F (900 -1000 C) SPECIFIC GRAVITY (water = 1.0): 2.8

SOLUBILITY:
Water: <1 mg/mL @ 21 C (RAD)
Ethanol: <1 mg/mL @ 21 C (RAD)
Acetone : <1 mg/mL @ 21 C (RAD)
Cold acids: Insoluble
Alkalies: Insoluble

SECTION 8 – STORAGE, DISPOSAL & ENVIRONMENTAL

STORAGE: Preserve in sealed containers to prevent dispersion of dust in air.

WASTE DISPOSAL: Dry material can be landfilled. Observe all federal, state and local regulations. Responsibility for proper waste
disposal is with the owner of the waste.

CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Prevent dispersion of dust in air.

ACCIDENTAL SPILLS: For large spills, shovel or sweep up (while keeping dispersion of dust in air to a minimum) and place into
suitable sealed containers for reclamation or later disposal. Residue should be cleaned up using a high-efficiency particulate filter
vacuum. The use of water wash-down is not recommended. Wet material can cause a surface used for walking to become
extremely slippery.

SECTION 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION: This product does not contain toxic chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of
section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986 and of 40 CFR 372.

RCRA: Talc is not considered a hazardous waste by RCRA criteria (40 CFR 261). State and Local regulations/restrictions are
complex and may differ from Federal regulations.

SECTION 9 – PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

VENTILATION: Provide local exhaust or process enclosure ventilation to meet published exposure limits.

RESPIRATOR: The following maximum-use concentrations and respirators are recommendations by the U.S. Department of Health
and Human Services; NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards; or by the U.S. Department of Labor, 29 CFR 1910 subpart Z.

Talc - Maximum-Use Concentration Respirator

3
10 mg/m .....................…………………....Any dust and mist respirator.
3
20 mg/m .......................…………………..Any dust and mist respirator except single-use and quarter-mask respirators.

GLOVES: Protective gloves are not required, but may be worn to prevent skin dryness or irritation due to skin allergy.

EYE PROTECTION: Employees should wear dust-resistant safety goggles to prevent eye contact with high concentrations of air-
born dust of this substance. Where there is a possibility that an employee's eyes may be exposed to bulk quantities or high
concentrations of air-born dust of this substance, the employer should provide an eye wash fountain within the immediate work area
for emergency use.

SECTION 10 – ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

NPCA: National Paint and Coatings Association – Hazardous Material Identification System (HMIS)
HEALTH HAZARD: 1* - slight
FLAMMABILITY HAZARD: 0 - minimal
PHYSICAL HAZARD: 0 - minimal
PERSONAL PROTECTION: E – glasses, gloves, dust respirator

CERCLA RATINGS: (Scale 0-3) Health = 0, Fire = 0, Reactivity = 0, Persistence = 3

NFPA RATINGS: (Scale 0-4) Health = 0, Fire = 0, Reactivity = 0

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION - DOT: No classification assigned

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CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS: No classification assigned

LAND TRANSPORT - ADR/RID: No classification assigned

AIR TRANSPORT - IATA/ICAO: No classification assigned

MARITIME TRANSPORT - IMDG: No classifications assigned

HARMONIZED TARIFF CODE: Talc – crushed or powdered. 2526.20.00. (Stat. Suffix 00)

EPA TSCA STATUS: Listed (CAS # 14807-96-6)

EPA TSCA 12(B) EXPORT NOTIFICATION: Not listed

CEPA DOMESTIC SUBSTANCE LIST – DSL STATUS: Listed

CEPA NON-DOMESTIC SUBSTANCE LIST – NDSL STATUS: Not listed

OTHER INVENTORIES:
AICS (Australian)
EINECS (European No: 238-877-9)
ECL (Korean No: KE-32773)
SWISS (Giftliste No: G-6939)
PICCS (Philippines)
MITI (Japan) – Exempt - not required for natural minerals

CALIFORNIA PROP 65 STATUS: Talc not listed

STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW: Talc listed – Illinois; Massachusetts; New Jersey; Pennsylvania; Florida

CLEAN AIR ACT - OZONE DEPLETING CHEMICALS (ODC’s): None

CONEG APPROVED PACKAGING: Yes

U.S. FDA CITATIONS: 21CFR 178.3297

21CFR 175.300
21CFR 175.380
21CFR 175.390
21CFR 176.170
21CFR 177.1210
21CFR 177.1350
21CFR 177.1460
21CFR 73.1550

DISCLAIMER
Luzenac America, Inc. provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or
accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using
this product. Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular
purpose. LUZENAC AMERICA, INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE
INFORMATION SET FORTH HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS. ACCORDINGLY, LUZENAC AMERICA,
INC. WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM USE OF OR RELIANCE UPON THIS INFORMATION.

ISSUED BY: Richard J. Zazenski

Regulatory Affairs Manager
Luzenac America, Inc.
Phone: 1-303-643-0404

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