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CHEMICAL PRODUCTS FOR INDUSTRIAL USE
SAFETY DATA SHEET

11 PRODUCT & COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Commercial product name

Tloxide ® & Comet ®Titanium dioxide pigments

Product code
Tioxide A-HR, A-PG, A·PP2, R-BC, R-CR40, R-FC6, R-Gran, R-HD6X, R-TC90, R·XL,TR23,
TR25, TR28, TR50, TR60, TR90, TR92, TR93.
Comet 300, Comet R-BC, Comet R-HD6X, Comet R·XL, Comet TR50

Supplier
Tioxide Americas Inc.
4575 Weaver Parkway
Suite 100
Warrenville, IL 60555
USA
Phone: 800-367-8462

Emergency Telephone Number
Phone : 800-328-8501 or 409-727-0831
USA : 800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
Canada: 613-996-6666 (CANUTEC)

!2 COMPOSITION /INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Name Weightro CASN'
Titanium Dioxide.
80-99.5 13463-67-7
CAS Numbers 0-7 1344-28-1
0-11 7631-86-9
Chemical Name 0-2 13.14.23-4

Titanium dioxide
Aluminum oxide
Amorphous silica
Zirconium oxide

Product code : Tioxide A-HR, A·PG, A-PP2, R-BC, R-CR40, R·FC6, R-Gran, R·HD6X, R·TC90,
R·XL,TR23, TR25, TR28, TRSO, TR60, TR90, TR92, TR93.
Comet 300, Comet R·BC, Comet R-HD6X, Comet R·XL, Comet TRSO

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13 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Emergency Overview
White powder

Skin contact
None.

Eye contact
Overexposure may cause a slight physical irritation.

Inhalation

Overexposure by inhalation of titanium dioxide may induce _mild and temporary upperre.spiratory

irritation with cough and shortness of breath. •.· -
Potential Effects

Chronic effects

Titanium dioxide Is not listed as a suspected or known carcinogen by NTP, OSHA, ACGIH or

!ARC. -

Tumors produced in rats on inhalation of very high concentrations are believed· to be the result of

prolonged "lung overload" and are not considered relevant to man.

14 FIRST·AID MEASURES

Inhalation
Move to a fresh air atmosphere. Give symptomatic treatment as necessary.

Skin contact
Wash with soap and water.

Eye contact
Wash with water or neutral eyewash solution.

Ingestion
Do not Induce vomiting. Give up to 200 ml water.ln case of persistent symptoms, cbmi"ulta doctor. • -

Product code ; Tioxide A-HR, A-PG, A-PP2, R-BC, R.CR40, R-FC6, R-Gran, R-HD6X, R~TC9!1; , ----

R-XL,TR23, TR25, TR28, TR50, TR60, TR90, TR92, TR93. - - . _:~­

Comet 300, Comet R-BC, Comet R-HD6X, Comet R-XL, Comet TR50

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15 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing Media
Use any media· appropriate for combustible material in the area.

Specific risks
Product is inert, non flammable and non combustible.

· Special intervention methods
Product is inert, non flammable and non combustible.

Protection of fire-fighters . ..

Because fire may produce toxic thermal decomposition products, weaf a self-contained breathing

apparatus (SCBA) with a full facepiece operated in pressure-demand or positive-pressure ·mode.

Js ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 0

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Environmental precautions
Product is inert.

Cleaning Methods
Wear personal protective equipment. Use any feasible mechanical means (e.g. vacuum, sweeping)
but avoid dusting during clean-up. Prevent run-off from entering storm sewers and ditches which
lead to natural waterways.

17 HANDLING & STORAGE

Handling

Technical Measures

Handling systems and areas should be operated in such a way as to minimise eJ.<posure to :dust.

Emptying of flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBC's) can generate static e)e_ctrlcity. ·

Customers using FIBC's should consuitTioxide leaflet "Tiotainer Handling Guidelines". __ -o · ·· ~

·Off!oading from bull< tankers can generate static electricity. Systems should be :adequately. earthed -

and provide an earthing point for tankers. . · : : • ··· .·

TO BE CO~TINUED ••.

Product code :o-Tioxide A•HR;-A.PG;:A-PP2;R•BC; R-CR40;1~oFC6; ·R-Gran; R·HD6X:-R'.:t'C9D;~-;~ . -......... .
R-Xl,TR23, TR25, TR28, TR50, TR60, TR90,-TR92, TR93,
Comet 300, Comet R·BC, Comet R·HDGX, Comet R·Xl, Comet TR50

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17 HANDLING & STORAGE CONTINUED

Precautions
Handle minimizing dust.
In the manufacture of titanium dioxide, product is packaged at temperatures of approximately 100
to 120" C (212 to 248" Fahrenheit). When pigment is shipped shortly after manufacture, it may stay
hot for a very long time depending on ambient temperatures and inventory storage practices. Due
to the potential of elevated pigment temperature, caution should be used while handling pigment
and in solvent applications. Each work environment must be assessed to determine hazards.

Empty FIBC's by gravity only (do not empty pneumatically).
Remove all wrapping prior to emptying FIBC's.

Advice on usage
Manual handling guidelines should be adhered to when handling sacks.

Storage

Technical measures _

Handling systems and areas should be operated in such a way as to minimise e~posure to oust.

Storage conditions •.,__ . ..

Pigments should not be stored in outside areas exposed to the weather. When using TIOXIDE

standard pallets, those containing paper or plastics bags can be stacked to a maximum of three

high. When FISC's are used, they should only be stacked to a maximum of two high. 'In all cases,

the protective cover or wrapping should remain in place during storage and only be removed

immediately prior to be use. Care should be taken to avoid exposure to moisture, particularly with a

partly used pallet of material.

Incompatible materials : None
Packing material : Paper, Plastic.

Is EXPOSURE CONTROLS 1PERSONAL PROTECTION

Technical measures

Control parameters .-

Titanium dioxide PEL (OSHA} : 15 mgfm3, total dust, 8 hr, TWA TO BE CONTINUED ••.

TLV (ACGIH) : 10 mgfm3, total dust, 8 hr, TWA

Product code: Tioxide A·HR, A·PG, A·PP2, R-BC, R·CR40, R·FC6; R--Gran; R,HD6X, R·TC90,-- ·. ' -- ·
R·XL,TR23, TR25, TR28, TR50, TR60, TR90, TR92, TR93.
Comel300, Comet R..SC, Comet R·HDGX, Comet R·XL, Comet TRSO

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ja EXPOSURE CONTROLS I PERSONAL PROTECTION

Silica. amorphous REL (NIOSH) : 6 mg/m3, 8 hr, TWA
PEL (OSHA) :.80 mg/m3/ %Si02, 8 hr, TWA

TLV (ACGlH) : 10 mgfm3 , 8 hr, TWA

Alumina PEL (OSHA) : 15 mg/m3, total dust, 8 hr, TWA
REL (ACGlH) : 10 mgfm3, total dust, 8 hr, TWA

Zirconium oxide PEL (OSHA) : 5 mg/m3
TLV (ACGlH) :5 mg/m3 TWA
REL (NlOSH) : 5 mgfm3

Engineering controls
Ventilation
Provide local exhaust ventilation system to meet exposure limits_

Protective equipment

Respiratory protection __

The use of an approved dust respirator (NJOSH/MSHA approved air-purifying respirator equiped

with HEPA cartridges) is recommended. A respirator must be used if the dust concentration is

likely to exceed the occupational exposure limit -

Skin protection
Ti02 pigments are not irritant but as with all fine powders can adsorb moisture and natural oils
from the surface of the skin during prolonged exposure. Prolonged exposure should be avoided by
wearing suitable protective gloves and clothing.

Eye protection
The use of approved dustproof goggles is recommended if dust concentrations are likely to exceed
the occupational exposure limit

Hygiene measures
No spec!ai requirements.

PEL : Permissible Exposure Limit ' ... c •••
TLV: Threshold Limit Value
REL : Recommende~ Exposure Limit
TWA: Time Weighted Average
NIOSH: Nationallnstnute for Occupational Safety & Health
ACGIH : Amencan Conference of Govemmentallndustrlal Hygienists
OSHA: Occupational Safety & Health Administration

Product code: Tloxlde A·HR, A·P.G, A-1'!1'12, R·BC, R-CR40, R·J;C6, R·Gran,. R·HD6X, R·TC9Dr"• ~~~~- -·-•- ~---­
R-XL,TR23, TR25, TR28, TRSO, TR60, TR90, TR92, TR93.
Comet 300, Comet R-BC, Comet R·HD6X, Comet R·XL, Comet TRSO

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js PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance : Solid white powder.

Odor : There might be a characteristic odor.

pH : 5.0- 10.0 (aqueous dispersion).

Boiling point: Not Applicable.

Melting point: about 1800" C. ( 3272"F)

Flammability : Not applicable. Non flammable solid.

Auto-flammability : Not applicable. Non flammable solid.

Explosive properties : Not applicable. Non flammable solid.

Vapour pressure : Not applicable. Non flammable solid.

Relative density : Not applicable.

Specific gravity: 3.5-4.2 g/cm3 at 20'C (29.2- 35 lbs/gal at 68" F).

Solubility: Insoluble in water and organic solvents. ·

!10 STABILITY & REACTIVITY

Stability .. .'
Stable when used under normal conditions.

Conditions to avoid
Not known.

1ncompatl bilities
None reasonably foreseeable.

Hazardous decomposition products
At high temperature, decomposition products could include traces of alpha-ethylacrolein and
fonnaldehyde..

!11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (1)

Toxicity - .....
Oral LD50 (Rat) : > 10 000 mg/kg.
Dennal LD50 (Rabbit) : > 10 000 mglkg. TO BE CONTINUED••, _

lnhalative LC50 /4 Hour (Rat) : > 6.8 mg/1.

(1): this is published literature information related to Ti02.

Product code: Tioxlde A·HR, A·PG, A-PP2, R·BC, R.CR40, R·FC6, R·Gran, R·HD6X, R·TC90,

R·XL,TR23, TR25, TR28, TR50, TR60, TR90, TR92, TR93. .'

Comet 300, Comet R-BC, Comet R·HD6X, Comet R·XL, Comet TR50

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11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (1) CONTINUED

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Local effects
Skin irritation: Non irritating.
Eye irritation; Slight physical irritation.

Sensitization
Skin sensitization : Non sensitizer.

Specific effects
Genotoxicity : Non genotoxic.

Chronic effect _

Tumors produced In rats on Inhalation of very high concentrations qre believed to be the resUlt of

prolonged "lung overload" and are not considered relevant to man:. · · · • ·.

Overexposure to amorphous silica dust may sause a tissue respo~se in the lung which in severe •
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cases can result in pulmonary fibrosis (pneumoconiosis).

(1): this is published literature information related to Ti02.

!12 ECOLOGiCAL INFORMATION (1)

Mobility
Limited (solid particles).

Persistencefdegradabillty
Insoluble in aquatic systems. Non-biodegradable.

Ecotoxiclty
Fish LCO {Leuclscus idus, 48 hr): > 1000 mg/L

(1) : this is published literature Information related to Ti02.

1·13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste disposal
Dispose of in compliance with federal, state and local regulations.

Contaminated packaging

If recycling is not practicable, dispose of In compliance with federal, state and i6cal .r.egu--l.a.t.i.ons,-.•. . ..

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Product code: TloXide A·HR, A·PG, A-PP2, R·BC, R-CR40, R-FC6, R-Gran,·R-HD~,.R~TC~P. ·-

R·XL,TR23, TR25, TR28, TR50, TR60, TR90, TR92, TR93. . ..

Comet 300, Comet R·BC, Comet R·HDGX, Comet R·XL, Comet TR50

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j 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Titanium dioxil)e and Tioxide pigments are not classified according to the recommendation of the
UN and not regulated as hazardous material by DOT- or IMO.

115 REGULATORY INFORMATION

i U.S. Federal Regulations

TSCA Status : Reported I Registered

SARA Title Ill Hazard Classification Section 311, 312
Acute: No
Chronic: No
Fire: No
Reactivity : No
Pressure : No

Other Usts
Extremely Hazardous Substance : No
CERCLA Hazardous Substance : No
Toxic Substance : No

Canadian WHMIS Classification : Not Regulated

HMIS Rating:

Health: 0

Flammability : 0

Reactivity : 0

Canada's DSL :All ingredients are listed.

Australian AICS Status : All ingredients are listed.

European .EINECS Status : All ingredients are listed.

Product code : Tioxide A-HR, A·PG, A·PP2, R-BC, R-CR40, R-FCS, R-Gran, R-HDSX, R-TCSO, .

R·XL,TR23, TR25, TR28, TR50, TRSO, TR90, TR92, TR93. .

Comet300, Comet R·BC, Comet R-HDSX, Comet R-XL, Comet TR50

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116 OTHER INFORMATION

This material safety data sheet complements'the tec~nical data sheet for the use of our product
but does not replace it. Users are asked to pay attention to the potential risks taken when a
product is being used for uses other than the ones for which it has been developed.

Do not use these grades for cosmetic, food additive and pharmaceutical applications.

Further information, including for food contact applications (not all these grades can be
recommended for use in food contact applications) may be obtained by consulting the technical-
Tilnfo data leaflets for the use of the product involved or by contacting our technical services : .

Tioxide Americas Inc.
4575 We.aver Parkway, Suite 100
Warrenville, IL 60555
USA
Phone: 630-836-2434

Responsibility for MSDS : Product Regulatory & Quality Manager

Sheet Revision N" 2c - 08/06/2001 - Section : 1, 16

Information in this publlcaUon Is believed to be accurate at the date of publication and Is given in good faith, but il is

. for the Customer to satisfy ttseff of the suitability for its own particular purpose. Accordingly, Tioxide gives no warranty

as to the fitness of the Product for any particular purpose and any implied warranty or condition (statutory or

otherwise) Is excluded except to the extent that such exclusion is prevented by law. Freedo~ ~nder Patent, Copyright

and Designs cannot be assumed. · •.·

Tioxlde is a registered trade mark .

Product code : Tioxide A·HR, A-PG, A·PP2, R·BC, R-CR40, R·FCS, R·Gran, R'HD6X, R·TC90,
R·XL,IR23, TR25, TR28, TR50, TRGO, TR90, TR92, TR93.
Comet 300, Comet R-BC, Comet R-HD6X, Comet R-XL, Comet TR50

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