SAFETY DATA SHEET CALCIUM CARBONATE

SECTION 1 – PRODUCT INFORMATION

Product : Calcium Carbonate (Limestone)
Product Uses : Mineral filler and pigment
Chemical Formula : Primarily CaCO3
CAS Number : 1317-65-3
EINECS Number : 2152796
Trade Names : CALCIT (DDC A100, DDC 20, DDC 47, DDC 2025)
Producer : DDC KİMYA SAN.TIC.LTD.STI.

SECTION 2 – COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Characterization : Calcium carbonate , natural CaCO3
Ingredients : Wt.% (typical)
CaCO3 99,04% (max)
MgO 0,67% (max)
Fe₂0₃ 0,03% (max)
SiO₂ 0,01% (max)
Al₂0₃ 0,02% (max)
HCl insoluble 0,06%
Loss of Ignition 43,72%

SECTION 3 – PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance and Odor : Powder, no odor
Colour : White
Boiling Point : Not applicable
Melting Point : 825oC
Solubility in Water : Slightly soluble (1.3 mg/100 g @ 20oC)
Relative Density : 2.7 g/cm3
PH : 9
Flash Point : Not applicable
Flammability : Not applicable
Special Fire Fighting Procedures : None
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards : None

SECTION 4 – REACTIVITY DATA

Stability : Stable
Reactivity in Water : None
Hazardous Polymerization : Will not occur
Hazardous Decomposition Products : Thermal decomposition can produce calcium oxide and carbon dioxide. Conditions to Be Avoided : Reacts with acids to liberate carbon dioxide. Ignites on contact with fluorine. Also incompatible with alum and ammonium salts.

SECTION 5 – HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Dangerous Goods Class : Not applicable
Un Number : Not applicable
HazChem Code : Not applicable
Poisons Schedule : Not applicable
Packaging Code : Not applicable

SECTION 6 – EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Additional Information About Design of Technical Systems: Local exhaust rules apply adequate measures according to exposure limits.
Exposure Limits : MAC-C: 10 mg/m3
MAC-TGG: 5 mg/m3
Hygiene Measures : Follow the usual good standards of occupational hygiene.
Respiratory Protection : In case of dust/smoke formation, use a dust respirator P1. Only use breathing apparatus in accordance international/national norms.
Hand Protection : Not required.
Eye Protection : Not required.
Body Protection : Not required.

SECTION 7 – HANDLING AND STORAGE

Instructions on Safe Handling : Administrative and/or engineering control methods such as process enclosure and exhaust ventilation may be necessary to control dust exposures. Supply sufficient replacement air to make up for air removed by exhaust systems. If engineering controls and work practices are not effective in controlling exposures, appropriate personal protective equipment including dust respirator should be worn. When repeated or prolonged contact with hands is likely, appropriate gloves should be used. Appropriate eye protection should be worn. Selection of all personal protective equipment should be performed by an Industrial Hygienist or other qualified professional.
Storage : Store in closed containers in a dry place seperate from incompatible materials.
Spills/Leaks : Measures should be taken to minimize and protect against airborne dust during clean-up operations , including use of respiratory protective equipment if necessary.
Disposal : From a waste perpective, this product is not considered hazardous and may be disposed of as solid waste in accordance with applicable federal and local regulations.
Packaging Material : PP or kraft paper sacks or big bags

SECTION 8 – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

EFFECTS AND HAZARDS OF ACUTE EXPOSURE / FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation : Dust may irritade the respiratory tract. Symptoms include sneezing and slight nose irritation.
→ Do : Remove to fresh air. Obtain medical advice if required.
Eye Contact : Irritation. Symptoms include watering and irritation.
→ Do : Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 10 minutes holding the eyelid(s) open. If irritation persists, obtain medical advice immediately.
Skin Contact : Repeated or prolonged exposure may have a drying effect on the skin and may also cause irritation.
→ Do : Wash with warm water and mild soap. If irritation occurss, obtain medical advice immediately.
Ingestion : Ingestion of very large quantities may result in intestinal obstruction and/or constipation.
→ Do : Never give anything by mouth if victim is rapidly losing consciousness or is unconscious or convulsing. Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Do not induce vomiting. Drink 8 to 10 ounces (240 to 300 ml) of water to dilute material in stomach. Obtain medical advice immediately.

SECTION 9 – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Product is not hazardous.

SECTION 10 – DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION

Product : Waste must be disposed of in accordance with national and local environmental control regulations.

SECTION 11 – TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Transport / Additional Information : Non-hazardous according to IATA rules

SECTION 12 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

Designation According to EC Guidelines : The material is not subject to classification according to EC lists.
Water Hazard Class : Not hazardous.

SECTION 13 – FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Suitable Extinguishing Media : All extinguishing agents are suitable. CaCO3 is decomposed to CaO and CO2 at temperatures above 825oC.

SECTION 14 – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal

Precautions : Dust mask P1.
Environmental Protective Measures : No special measures required.
Methods of Cleaning/Adsorption : Take-up product mechanically. Avoid dusting. Rinse remains with plenty of water.

SECTION 15 – OTHER INFORMATION

This product should be stored, handled and used in accordance with good hygiene practices in conformity with any legal regulations. This information contained herein is based on the present state of knowledge and is intented to describe our product from the point of view of safety requirements. It should therefore not be construed as guaranteeing specific properties.

e information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet elates only to the specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in combination with any other material or in any process. The information provided herein based on technical data that Nigtas believes to be reliable. Analysis methods are the Standard methods which were tested and approved in Nigtas Research and Development Labaratory. We assure that the above were realized according to the specific methods and the results conform to the specifications designated by DDC.

SECTION 16 – LEGISLATION INFORMATION

Safety information does not include the form of the substance or mixture properly.
Safety, health and environmental substance or mixture does not contain provisions contrary.