Silin A-Z Fixative
Material Safety Data Sheet

Section I - Product and Company Identification

Product Identity: Silin A-Z Fixative
Date Prepared: 10/03/00

Supplier: Cathedral Stone Products
Address: 7266 Park Circle Drive, Hanover, Maryland 21076, USA
Emergency Number: (800) 684-0901
Telephone Number: (410) 782-9150  Fax Number: (410) 782-9155

Manufacturer: Van Baerle & Co.
Address: Mainzer Str 35, D-64679 Gersheim/Rhein, Duitsland
Telephone Number: 001-49-625-89400  FAX Number: 001-49-625-82561

Section II -Composition/ Information on Ingredients

Ingredient Names:
Liquid Potassium Silicate(f*) (CAS: 1312-76-1)

f - Federal Hazard List * - Hazardous only as dust when product is sanded
Section III - Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point: 100° C (Water)
Specific Gravity: Not specified by the manufacturer
Vapor Pressure: 23 mbar (Water) Melting Point: N/A
Density (20° C) : approx 1,14g/cm3  Evaporation Rate: Slower than Ether
Solubility in Water(20° C): Miscible  ph Value: Approx. 12
Color: Clear (tinted blue)  Odor: Odorless

Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point: None  Flammable Limits: N/A  LEL: N/A
Extinguishing Media: All extinguishing media
Special Fire Fighting Procedure: Cool exposed containers with water. Use self-contained breathing apparatus.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None specified by the manufacturer

Section V - Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable  Conditions to Avoid Stable (Stability): N/A

Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): None reasonably foreseeable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will Not Occur  Conditions to Avoid (Hazardous Polymerization): N/A

Section VI - Health Hazard Data
Primary Routes of Entry: Dermal   Inhalation   Ingestion
Effects of Overexposure (Acute)
Inhalation: Irritation of the respiratory tract
Skin and Eye Contact: Primary irritation
Ingestion: Ingestion of large amounts can cause serious injury
Effects of Overexposure (Chronic): None known
Carcinogenicity: N/A
Medical Conditions Prone to Aggravation by Exposure:
None expected when used in accordance with Safe Handling and Use Information in Section VIII

Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Get medical help for any breathing difficulty
Eye Contact: Flush thoroughly with water for 15 minutes. Call physician.
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water
Ingestion: Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute. Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician.
This product is designed to be mixed with other components. The resulting material will have the hazards of all its components.

Section VII - Spill or Leak Procedures
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Flush with water. Absorb with sawdust or rags.
Waste Disposal Method: Conventional procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Section VIII - Safe Handling and Use Information
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH approved respirator specified for protection against paint spray mist and sanding dust in restricted or confined areas.
Ventilation: Work in well ventilated area. Mechanical exhaust may be required in confined areas.
Protective Gloves: Use waterproof gloves during repeated contact.
Eye Protection: Splash goggles or safety glasses with side shields.
Other Protective Equipment: Clothing adequate to protect skin.
Hygienic Practices: Remove and wash clothing before reuse. Wash hands before eating, smoking, or using the lavatory. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Section IX - Special Precautions
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage:
Protect against freezing. Do not drop or throw containers.
Other Precautions: Due to high pH there exists danger of corrosion. Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged contact with skin or breathing of spray mist or sanding dust. Close container after each use. Do not take internally. Keep out of reach of children.

Section XX - Transportation
DOT Shipping: N/A   DOT Hazard: N/A
Section XXI
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