E A G L E – P I C H E R M I N E R A L S, I N C. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Page 1 of 4 1 -MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION Material Name: Celatom MN & FN Grades Supplier / Manufacturer Identification: Eagle-Picher Minerals, Inc. 9785 Gateway Drive, Suite 1000 Reno, Nevada 89511 Phone Number: (775) 824-7600 Emergency Telephone Number: (775) 824-7600 2 -COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Chemical Name Wt % CAS # Diatomaceous earth - natural 100% 61790-53-2 Crystalline silica, Quartz < 1% 14808-60-7 -HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION This product consists of natural diatomaceous earth and small quantities of crystalline silica (less than 1%). Prolonged breathing of dust containing crystalline silica may cause lung damage, and on rare occasions be fatal. Avoid breathing dust (see Section 11 for additional information). -FIRST AID MEASURES 4.1 Inhalation:Remove to fresh air. 4.2 Ingestion:Short-term exposure not considered harmful. Drink water to reduce bulk and drying effects. 4.3 Eyes:Wash with generous quantities of water. Consult physician if irritation persists. 4.4 Skin:None necessary. If dryness occurs, use moisture renewing lotions. 5 -FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 5.1 Flashpoint and Method: Not applicable Non-Flammable 5.2 Flammable Limits: Not applicable Non-Flammable 5.3 Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable Non-Flammable 5.4 Flammable Class: Not applicable Non-Flammable 5.5 Flame Propagation or burning rate of solids: Not applicable Non-Flammable 5.6 General Hazard: Not applicable Non-Flammable 5.7 Extinguishing Media: None Non-Flammable 5.8 Hazardous Combustion Products: Not applicable Non-Flammable 5.9 Fire Fighting Procedures: Not applicable Non-Flammable 5.10 Fire Fighting Equipment: Not applicable Non-Flammable 5.11 Sensitive to Static Discharge: Not applicable Non-Flammable 5.12 Sensitivity to Impact: Not applicable Non-Flammable Celatom MN & FN Grades Page 2 of 4 6 -ACCIDENTIAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1 Environmental Precautions: Diatomaceous earth is a non-toxic, non-biodegradable mineral. Waste generated from this product would only be considered would be considered hazardous. 6.2 General Procedures: No special procedures necessary 6.3 Release Notes: No special procedures necessary 7 -HANDLING & STORAGE 7.1 Handling: Use appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8. Handle and use in a manner consistent with good industrial practice. 7.2 Storage: Store unopened containers in a dry place. 8 -EXPOSURE CONTROLS/ PERSONAL PROTECTION 8.1 Engineering Controls: Control dust to within the ACGIH-TLV with local ventilation. 8.2 Occupational exposure limits: EXPOSURE LIMITS TABLE ACGIH – TLV Diatomaceous earth < 1% crystalline silica 10 mg / m3 (total dust) 3 mg / m38.3 Personal Protective Equipment: Respiratory: Respirators fitted with filters certified to NIOSH (US) standard 42CFR84 under series N95 should be worn when airborne dust is present. Skin: Not normally necessary Eyes & Face: Not normally necessary 9 -PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 9.1 Physical State: Solid 9.2 Odor: Odorless 9.3 Appearance: Buff to off-white powder 9.4 pH (10% slurry): 7 9.5 Color: Buff to off-white powder 9.6 Boiling point: Not applicable 9.7 Melting point: Not applicable 9.8 Oxidizing properties: Not applicable 9.9 Vapor pressure: Not applicable 9.10 Density: 2.0 (specific gravity) 9.11 Solubility in water: < 3% 9.12 Coefficient oil/water: Not applicable 9.13 Other data: None hazardous when mixed with a substance that (respirable dust) Celatom MN & FN Grades Page 3 of 4 10 -STABILITY and REACTIVITY 10.1 Conditions to avoid: Hydrofluoric acid 10.2 Stability: Stable 10.3 Hazardous decomposition products: Not applicable 10.4 Other considerations: None 11 -TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION 11.1 Dermal LD50: Not available 11.2 Oral LD50: Not available 11.3 Inhalation LC50: Not available 11.4 Eye effects: May cause significant irritation to the eye 11.5 Skin effects: May cause dryness 11.6 Sensitization: Not available 11.7 Chronic: This product contains small quantities of crystalline silica. Agency for research on Cancer (IARC) reviewed various mineral products containing crystalline silica. In its uncalcined diatomaceous earth”. humans (Group 3)”. regulated). 12 -ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION 12.1 Environmental Data: Insoluble mineral product. Will not have adverse impact on waterways. Not applicable 12.3 Chemical fate information: Not applicable 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Use solid waste disposal common to landfill operations. Not considered hazardous waste. 13.2 Product disposal: Avoid creating dust. 13.3 Empty container: Avoid creating dust. 13.4 General comments: None 14 -TRANSPORT INFORMATION 14.1 DOT (Department of Transportation): A. Proper shipping name Not restricted by DOT B. Technical name Diatomaceous earth C. Label Use product identifier (trade name) with Technical name below. 14.2 Canada Transport of Dangerous Goods: A. Proper shipping name Not restricted B. Technical name Diatomaceous earth C. Label Use product identifier (trade name) with Technical name below. In a 1997 Monograph (Volume 68, “Silica, some Silicates, Coal Dust and Para Aramid Fibrils”) the International evaluation, IARC noted that “There is inadequate evidence in experimental animals for the carcinogencity of It further noted that “Amorphous silica is not classifiable as to its carcinogencity to Natural, uncalcined diatomaceous earth which predominantly amorphous silica and may contain trace quantities of crystalline silica, is considered to be Group 3, not classifiable as to its carcinogencity (not WHMIS 12.2 Ecotoxicological information: 13.1 Disposal method: Celatom MN & FN Grades Page 4 of 4 15 – REGULATORY INFORMATION 15.1 Canada – WHMIS Hazard symbol and classification – none required, not WHMIS regulated 15.2 Canada – Ingredient Disclosure List This product does not have any ingredient(s) on the Ingredient Disclosure List. 15.3 Canada – Environmental Protection Act Product listed on Non-domestic Substance List (NDSL). 16 – OTHER INFORMATION NFPA CODES: Fire: 0 Health: 1 Reactivity: 0 HMIS CODES: Fire: 0 Health: * * Refer to data on Material Safety Data Sheet Reactivity: 0 Protection: E Preparation Date of MSDS Prepared by: Patrick T. Flynn, Director of Government Affairs Telephone Number: (775) 824-7650 Date: July 1, 2001