Rex-Cut Cotton Fiber SDS - 2018
Rex-Cut Cotton Fiber SDS - 2018
Rex-Cut Cotton Fiber SDS - 2018
Section 1. Identification
Product name: Rex-Cut Abrasives cotton fiber abrasive products; Mounted Points, Type 1 wheels, High Speed
Type 1 wheels, Smooth Touch, Type 27 wheels, Max Flex, Quick Change Discs, and finishing sticks.
Recommended use: Abrasive materials used for grinding and finishing different types of metals.
Precautionary statements:Always wear appropriate safety gear when using this product.
(See section 8 for Personal Protective Equipment)
Refer to ANSI B7.1, Safety Requirements for the Use, Care and Protection of Abrasive Grinding Wheels.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Supplemental labeling: Prolonged exposure to elevated noise levels during operations may affect hearing. A
greater hazard, in most cases, is the exposure to the dust/fumes from the material or paint/coatings being
ground. Most of the dust generated during grinding is from the base material being ground and the potential
hazard from this exposure must be evaluated. This dust may present a fire or dust explosion hazard and may
present a serious health hazard.
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The specific identity and/or exact percentage (concentration) of composition has been withheld as a trade
secret.
Eyes: Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Flush eyes thoroughly with large amounts of water,
holding eyelids open. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Skin: Wash skin with soap and water. If irritation or other symptoms develop, seek medical attention.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. Seek medical attention if large amount is
swallowed or if you feel unwell.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, have qualified personnel administer oxygen. Seek
medical attention if irritation or other symptoms persist.
Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed: Dust may cause eye and respiratory irritation.
Prolonged inhalation of high concentration of dust may cause adverse effects on the lungs. Exposure to dust
generated from processing the base material or coatings may present additional health hazards.
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment, if necessary: Immediate medical attention
should not be required.
Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media: Use any media that is suitable for the surrounding fire.
Do not use water on fires involving metals dusts. Use an appropriate dry powder.
Specific hazards arising from the chemical: This product is not flammable or combustible; however,
consideration must be given to the potential fire/explosion hazards from the base material being processed.
Many materials create flammable/explosive dusts or turnings when machined or ground.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters: Firefighters should wear full emergency
equipment and NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus.
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Personal precautions, protective equipment, and emergency procedures: Wear appropriate respirator and
protective clothing as needed to avoid eye contact and inhalation of dust. (See section 8 for Personal Protective
Equipment)
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: Carefully collect dry material, avoiding the
creation of airborne dust. Place in a suitable container for disposal.
Avoid breathing dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid eye and skin contact with grinding dust. Wear
suitable gloves, eye protection and appropriate protective clothing according to the operation. Wash thoroughly
after handling. Consider potential exposure to components of the base materials or coatings being ground.
Refer to OSHA’s substance specific standards for additional work practice requirements where applicable.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: Cotton fiber abrasive products should be stored
in a dry area in rooms not subject to extreme temperature changes, since excessive humidity and dampness may
affect this product. Never expose cotton fiber abrasives to water or solvents.
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Exposure guidelines:
Note: Consider also components of base materials and coatings being ground.
Appropriate engineering controls: Use with adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to maintain
exposure levels below the occupational exposure limits.
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Chronic Health Effects: Prolonged inhalation of respirable dust may cause adverse lung effects, including
cancer. Chronic effects may be aggravated by smoking. Prolonged exposure to elevated noise levels during
operations may affect hearing. A greater hazard, in most cases, is the exposure to the dust/fumes from the
material or paint/coatings being ground. Most of the dust generated during grinding is from the base material
being ground and the potential hazard from this exposure must be evaluated.
Sensitization: No data available for the product. Not expected to be a skin sensitizer based on human
experience.
Germ cell mutagenicity: Unknown
Reproductive Toxicity: Unknown
Carcinogenicity: Unknown
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No adverse effects on aquatic organisms are expected. However, consideration must be given to potential
environment effects of the base material being processed.
Dispose in accordance with all local, state and national regulations. Local regulations may be more stringent
than regional and national requirements. It is the responsibility of the waste generator to determine the toxicity
and physical characteristics of the material to determine the proper waste identification and disposal in
compliance with applicable regulations.
Transport in bulk (according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code): Not applicable – product
is transported only in packaged form.
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Safety, health, and environmental regulations specific for the product in question:
California Proposition 65: Substances compound(s) known to the state of California to cause cancer and/or
reproductive toxicity and subject to warning and discharge requirements under the “Safe Drinking Water and
Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986” None
EPA TSCA Inventory: This product meets the definition of an article and is exempt from the TSCA inventory
requirements.
DISCLAIMER
This above information is believed to be correct but does not propose to be all inclusive and shall be used only
as a guide. Rex-Cut Abrasives, Inc. shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from
contact with the above product. This information relates only to the product designated herein and does not
relate to its use in combination with any other material or process.
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