Material Safety Data Sheet
May be used to comply with
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard,
29 CFR 1910, 1200. Standard must be
consulted for specific requirements.		 U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(Non-Mandatory Form)
Form Approved
OMB No. 1218-0072
IDENTITY (As Used on Label and Lid)
 Xypex Concentrate/Modified		 Note: Blank spaces are not permitted. If any item is not applicable, or no information is available, the space must be marked to indicate that.

Section I

Manufacturer's Name
 Xypex Chemical Corporation		 Emergency Telephone Number
 (604) 273-5265
Address (Number, Street, City, State, and ZIP Code)
 13731 Mayfield Place		 Telephone Number for Information
 (604) 273-5265

 Richmond, B.C. V6V 2G9		 Date Prepared
 May 8, 1995

 Canada		 Signature of Preparer (optional)

Section II -- Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information

Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical Identity: Common Name[s]) OHSA PEL ACGIH TLV Other Units
Recommended		 % (optional)
 Silica Sand 0.10 mg/m3
 Portland Cement 10 mg/m3 (TWAEV)
 Dolomitic Hydrated Lime 5 mg/m3

Section III -- Physical/Chemical Characteristics

Boiling Point N/A Specific Gravity (H2O = 1) N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) N/A Melting Point N/A
Vapor Density (AIR = 1) N/A Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1) N/A
Solubility in Water
 N/A
Appearance and Odor
 Odorless - Grey Powder

Section IV -- Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

Flash Point (Method Used)   N/A Flammable Units   N/A LEL   N/A UEL   N/A
Extinguishing Media   N/A
Special Fire Fighting Procedures   None
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards   None

Section V -- Reactivity Data

Stability
Unstable    Conditions to Avoid
Stable X  
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)   N/A
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts   N/A
Hazardous
Polymerization
May Occur    Conditions to Avoid
Will Not Occur X  

Section VI -- Health Hazard Data

Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation?     X Skin?     X Ingestion?     X
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)
 Can irritate eyes, skin, upper respiratory tract or throat
Carcinogenicity:   N/A NPT? IARC Monographs? OSHA Regulated?
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
 Eyes, skin or throat could exhibit burning sensation.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
 Hypersensitive people could develop allergic dermatitis.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
 Flush eyes with water/wash skin with soap and water/drink large
 amounts of water/remove to fresh air/consult Physician.

Section VII -- Precautions for Safe Handling and Use

Steps to Be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled
 Remove by dry clean-up methods which minimizes the dispersion of dust.
Waste Disposal Method
 Dispose of as common waste.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing
 Avoid creation of dust/wear rubber gloves.
Other Precautions
 Store in dry moderate environment - protect product from exposure.

Section VII -- Control Measures

Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
 Dust mask as required.
Ventilation
 Local Exhaust
  Special
 Mechanical (General)
  Other
Protective Gloves
 Yes		 Eye Protection
 If working overhead
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
 Sufficient to protect skin from exposure.
Work/Hygienic Practices
 Wash following mixing or after application.