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PRODUCT SAFETY DATA SHEET Prepared in accordance with Annex II of the REACH Regulation EC 1907/2006, Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 and Regulation (EC) 453/2010

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CALCIUM CARBONATE (NATURAL) Version: 1.1/EN

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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE AND OF THE COMPANY 1.1.

Product identifier

Substance name: Calcium carbonate (natural) Synonyms: limestone, chalk, calcite, high quality stone, armourstone, calcareous sand, limestone filler (this list may not be exhaustive) EC No : 207-439-9 REACH Registration number: Exempted according to Annex V.7 of Regulation (EC) 1907/2006 Chemical name and formula: Calcium carbonate – CaCO3 CAS: 471-34-1 Molecular Weight: 100.09 g/mole

1.2.

Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the substance: The substance is intended for the following non-exhaustive list of uses: Desulphurisation of industrial flue gases; additives in paper; paints and surface coatings; plastics, rubbers and elastomers; adhesives; mastics, sealants and plasters; fertilisers and soil conditioners; animal feeds; foodstuffs; pharmaceuticals; toiletries and personal care products; cleaning products; glass and ceramics; water treatment chemicals; a carrier for insecticides and herbicides; intermediate in the recovery of cooking chemicals in kraft and soda pulping; building materials. 1.2.1

Relevant identified uses: Industrial, professional and private use

1.2.2

Uses advised against: No use identified in Section 1.2 is advised against

1.3.

Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Name: Address: Phone No.: Fax No.: E-mail of competent person responsible for the SDS:

Carmeuse S.A. 13a Rue du Château, B-5300 Seilles (Andenne) +32 85 830 111 +32 85 830 220 [email protected]

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Emergency telephone number European Emergency phone No.: National Centre for Prevention and Treatment of Intoxications phone No.: Emergency telephone No. at the company:

112 +32 70 245 245 +32 85 830 125 Not available outside office hours

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 2.1.

Classification of the substance 2.1.1

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]:

The substance is not classified as hazardous according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]. 2.1.2

Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC:

The substance is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 67/548/EEC. 2.1.3.

Additional information

See section 16.

2.2.

Label elements 2.2.1 Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP] The substance is not labelled according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]. 2.1.2. Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC The substance is not labelled according to Directive 67/548/EEC.

2.3. Other Hasards •

Does not contain component(s) that meet(s) the criteria of PBT and/or vPvB as listed in Annex XIII of Regulation (EC) n° 1907/2006.



No other hazards identified.

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3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS 3.1.

Substances CAS

EC number

Registration

Identification

Classification

Classification

No

name

according to

according to

67/548/EEC

Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]

471-34-1

207-439-9

exempted

1

Calcium

Not classified

Not classified

carbonate

3.2.

Mixtures None

1

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4. FIRST AID MEASURES 4.1.

Description of first aid measures Following inhalation: •

Move patient to fresh air. If symptoms persist, call a physician.

Following skin contact: •

Remove contaminated clothing. Wash off with plenty of water. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.

Following eye contact: •

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water, also under the eyelids. If eye discomfort persists, consult a specialist.

Following ingestion: •

Immediately give large quantities of water to drink. If symptoms persist, call a physician.

Self-protection of the first aider: •

4.2.

No special precautions required.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed No specific symptoms or effects have been reported.

4.3.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Not applicable.

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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 5.1.

Extinguishing media 5.1.1. •

The product itself does not burn. No special protective measures against fire required.

5.1.2. •

5.2.

Suitable extinguishing media

Unsuitable extinguishing media

None

Special hazards arising from the substance Asphyxiating gases/ vapours/ fumes of carbon dioxide at temperature> 600 °C.

5.3.

Advice for fire fighters No special precautions required.

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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1.

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures 6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel Use personal protective equipment: •

Respiratory protection: In case of dust, dust mask type P1 or P3 (European Norm 143)



Avoid dust formation. Do not breathe dust.3

6.1.2 For emergency responders Use personal protective equipment:

6.2.



Respiratory protection: In case of dust, dust mask type P1 or P3 (European Norm 143)



Avoid dust formation. Do not breathe dust.

Environmental precautions No special environmental measures are necessary.

6.3.

6.4.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up •

Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust.



Dam and absorb mechanically.



Keep in properly labelled containers.



Keep container closed.



Treat recovered material as described in the section "Disposal considerations" (section 13).



Flush with plenty of water.



Keep away from acids

Reference to other sections •

Refer to section 8 and 13 + annex.

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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE 7.1.

Precautions for safe handling 7.1.1.

Protective measures •

Do not breathe dust.



Avoid dust formation.



Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.



Use only in well-ventilated areas.



Keep away from incompatible products.

7.1.2. Advice on protection against fire and explosion The product is not flammable. No special protective measures against fire required. 7.1.3 Advice on general occupational hygiene

7.2.

7.3.



Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.



Do not eat, drink and smoke in work areas



Wash hands after use



Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities •

Keep in a dry place.



It is recommended to keep in covered storage tank to avoid dust formation.



It is recommended to keep container closed to avoid dust formation.



Do not store near acids.

Specific end use(s) If you require advice on specific uses, please contact your supplier.

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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION 8.1.

Control parameters 8.1.1 Components with occupational exposure limits rsp. biological occupational exposure limits requiring monitoring: 8.1.1.1 Occupational exposure limits: Respect regulatory provisions for dust (inhalable and respirable). Please, refer to the annex 1 of this SDS for the appropriate national exposure limit values. 8.1.1.2 Biological limit values: None 8.1.2 Recommended monitoring procedures: None 8.1.3 Occupational exposure limits and/or biological limits for air contaminants: Not applicable 8.1.4 DNEL and PNEC-values:

DNELs Workers Route of exposure

Acute effect local

Oral Inhalation

Acute effects systemic

Chronic effects local

Chronic effects systemic

Not required No hazard identified

Dermal

No hazard identified

No hazard identified

10 mg / m³

No hazard identified

Consumers Route of exposure

Acute effect local

Acute effects systemic

Chronic effects local

Chronic effects systemic

Oral

No hazard identified

6.1 mg/kg bw/day

No hazard identified

6.1 mg/kg bw/day

Inhalation

No hazard identified

No hazard identified

No hazard identified

10 mg / m³

Dermal

No hazard identified

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PNECs:

Environment protection target

PNEC

Remarks Not acutely toxic to fish, invertebrates, algae and microorganisms at the concentrations tested in the studies. Acute toxicity to fish,

Not hazard Water

invertebrates, algae and microorganisms is greater than the highest identified concentration tested and therefore exceeds the maximum solubility of calcium carbonate in water. Calcium carbonate and calcium and carbonate ions are ubiquitous in the environment and are found naturally in soil, water and sediment. Sediments naturally contain a high concentration of calcium and carbonate due to the physical and/or chemical weathering of calcium-rich rocks that takes place in the environment. Calcium will Not hazard

be assimilated by species residing in the sediment and is necessary to

identified

maintain a good chemical balance in soils, water and sediment. The

Sediments

carbonate will become part of the carbon cycle and is then cycled throughout the biosphere. Due to the natural occurrence of calcium carbonate in the environment, it is expected that calcium carbonate would not be toxic to sediment organisms. Microorganisms in sewage treatment

100 mg/L

NOEC ; AF=10 Not acutely toxic to earthworms, plants (soya, tomato and oat) and soil microorganisms at the concentrations tested in the studies.

Not hazard Soil (agricultural)

Acute toxicity to earthworms, plants and soil microorganisms is identified greater than the highest concentrations tested and therefore exceeds the maximum solubility of calcium carbonate in water. Not hazard

Air identified No hazard Food (bioaccumulation)

No potential for bioaccumulation identified

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Exposure controls 8.2.1.

8.2.2.

Appropriate engineering controls •

Minimise airborne dust generation.



Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below specified exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fumes or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne particles below the exposure limit.



Apply organisational measures e.g. by isolating personnel from dusty areas. Remove and wash soiled clothing.

Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment 8.2.2.1. Eye/face protection •

Chemical resistant goggles must be worn.

8.2.2.2. Skin protection •

Protective suit



Wear protective gloves (PVC, Neoprene, Natural Rubber)

8.2.2.3. Respiratory protection •

8.2.3.

In case of dust, dust mask type P1 or P3 (European Norm 143).

Environmental exposure controls Dispose of rinse water in accordance with local and national regulations.

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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 9.1.

Information on basic physical and chemical properties Value

Appearance Odour Odour threshold pH (20 °C): Melting point/range (°C):

pH-meter

-

odourless Not applicable 9.1 Decomposes at temperatures greater than 450

Handbook

°C without melting

data

Not applicable based on melting point

Flash point (°C):

Not applicable for inorganic substances Not flammable

temperature): Upper/ lower flammability or

Remark

Powder, granule, stone with variable color

Boiling point/range (°C):

Flammability (auto-ignition

Method

Method N1 (flammability) Method N4 (autoflammability)

Not applicable

explosive limits: Vapour pressure (Pa): Relative density: Water solubility (20°C in g/L): Partition coefficient

Not applicable based on melting point 2.7-2.95

Handbook data

0.0166 g/L at 20.0 °C.

OECD 105

Not applicable for inorganic substances

n-Octanol/Water (log Po/w): Viscosity (cps): Decomposition temperature:

Not applicable for solids Decomposes at temperatures greater than 450 °C

Explosive properties:

No explosive properties predicted from the

Prediction

structure Oxidising properties:

No oxidising properties predicted from the

Prediction

structure

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Other information •

Not available

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY 10.1. Reactivity •

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.2. Chemical stability •

Contact with acids or strong heating (> 450°C) liberates carbon dioxide, sometimes violently.

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions •

Contact with acids liberates carbon dioxide, sometimes violently.

10.4. Conditions to avoid •

Will produce carbon dioxide on strong heating (> 450°C) or on contact with acids.

10.5. Incompatible materials •

Acids

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products •

Reacts with acids to form carbon dioxide which displaces the oxygen in the air in closed spaces.

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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION 11.1. Information on toxicological effects Relevant hazard class

Effect dose

Species

Method

Acute oral toxicity

LD50 >2000 mg/kg bw

Rat

OECD 420

Acute dermal toxicity

LD50 >2000 mg/kg bw

Rat

OECD 402

Acute inhalative toxicity

LC50 (4h) >3 mg/L air

Rat

OECD 403

Skin corrosion/irritation

Not irritating

Rabbit

OECD 404

Serious eye

Not irritating

Rabbit

OECD 405

Not a skin sensitizer

Mouse

OECD 429

Not mutagenic

In vitro tests

OECD 471

damage/irritation Respiratory or skin sensitization Germ cell mutagenicity

OECD 476 OECD 473 Carcinogenicity

No indications of

-

-

Rat

OECD 422

-

-

-

-

-

-

carcinogenicity Reproductive toxicity

NOEL (Parental) 1000 mg/kg bw/day

STOT single exposure

No organ toxicity observed in acute tests

STOT repeated exposure

No organ toxicity observed in repeated dose toxicity tests

Aspiration hazard

No aspiration hazard envisaged

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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION 12.1. Toxicity Aquatic toxicity

Effect dose

Exposure

Species

Method

Evaluation

Remark

Oncorhynchus

OECD

Exceeds maximum

Limit test

mykiss

203

solubility of

time Acute fish toxicity

LC50 >100% v/v saturated

96 h

solution of test material

substance Acute daphnia toxicity

LC50 >100% v/v saturated

48 h

Daphnia magna

solution of test material

OECD

Exceeds maximum

202

solubility of

Limit test

substance Acute algae

EC50 >14 mg/L

toxicity

NOEC 14 mg/L

72 h

Desmodesmus

OECD

Exceeds maximum

subspicatus

201

solubility of

Limit test

substance Toxicity to STP

EC50 >1000 mg/L

microorganisms

NOEC 1000 mg/L

Acute

LC50 >1000 mg/kg dry soil

earthworm

NOEC 1000 mg/kg dry soil

3h

14 d

Activated

OECD

sewage sludge

209

Eisenia fetida

OECD

Not toxic

-

Not acutely toxic

Limit test

Not acutely toxic

Results

207

toxicity Toxicity to

EC50 >1000 mg/kg dry soil

plants

NOEC 1000 mg/kg dry soil

21 d

Glycine max

OECD

(soybean)

208

based on seedling

Lycopersicon

emergence

esculentum

& growth

(tomato) Avena sativa (oats) Toxicity to soil

EC50 >1000 mg/kg dry soil

microorganisms

NOEC 1000 mg/kg dry soil

28 d

Soil

OECD

microorganisms

216

Not toxic

Limit test

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12.2. Persistence and degradability 12.2.1

Abiotic Degradation: •

The substance is inorganic and therefore will not undergo abiotic degradation.

12.2.2 Biodegradation: •

The substance is inorganic and therefore will not undergo biodegradation.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential •

Bioaccumulation is not expected.

12.4. Mobility in soil •

Not applicable

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment •

This substance does not meet the criteria for classification as PBT or vPvB.

12.6. Other adverse effects •

According to the criteria of the European classification and labelling system, the substance does not require classification as hazardous for the environment.

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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS 13.1. Waste treatment methods 13.1.1

Waste codes / waste designations according to EWC: •

Wastes should be handled in accordance with local and national regulations.



Wastes can be landfilled when in compliance with local regulations.

• 13.1.2

Dispose of waste in accordance with the European Directives. Packaging treatment:



Empty containers.



Dispose of as unused product.



The empty and clean containers are to be reused in conformity with regulations.

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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION Calcium Carbonate is not classified as dangerous for transport (ADR (Road), RID (Rail), IMDG / GGVSea (Sea).

14.1. UN-Number •

Not regulated.

14.2. UN proper shipping name •

Not regulated.

14.3. Transport hazard class •

Not regulated.

14.4. Packing group •

Not regulated.

14.5. Environmental hazards •

None

14.6. Special precautions for user •

Avoid any release of dust during transportation.

14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code •

Not regulated.

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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION 15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance •

Labelling (Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 and Directive 67/548/EEC: The substance is not labelled according to EU legislation.



Inventory information: Toxic Substance Control Act list (TSCA)

In compliance with inventory.

Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)

In compliance with inventory.

Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL)

In compliance with inventory.

Korea Existing Chemicals Inv. (KECI) (KECI (KR))

In compliance with inventory.

EU list of existing chemical substances (EINECS)

In compliance with inventory.

Japan (ENCS) List (ENCS (JP))

In compliance with inventory.

Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (China)

In compliance with inventory.

(IECS) Philippine Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical

In compliance with inventory.

Substances (PICCS) New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIOC)



In compliance with inventory.

National legislation – Germany: German storage class: 13 – Non combustible solids Waste contaminating class: Not water endangering



Other regulations:

15.2. Chemical safety assessment Calcium carbonate (natural) is exempted from REACH registration and thus no formal chemical safety assessment has been carried out for this substance by the supplier. However, calcium carbonate (precipitated) is regarded as the same substance as calcium carbonate natural) and calcium carbonate (precipitated) has been registered. Data from registration dossiers are disseminated on ECHA website (www.echa.europe.eu).

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16. OTHER INFORMATION 16.1. Relevant R- and H-phrases (number and full text). •

Not applicable

16.2. Abbreviations and acronyms

16.3.

AF =

Assessment factor

DNEL =

Derived no effect level

EC50 =

Median effect concentration

LC50 =

Median lethal concentration

LD50 =

Medial lethal dose

NOAEL =

No observed adverse effect level

NOEC =

No observed effect concentration

NOEL =

No observed effect level

OEL =

Operator exposure level

PBT

Persistent bioaccumulative toxic

PEC =

Predicted effect level

PNEC =

Predicted no effect level

SDS =

Safety data sheet

STOT =

Specific target organ toxicity

STP =

Sewage treatment plant

vPvB

Very persistent very bioaccumulative

Key literature references and sources for data. •

Handbook of chemistry and physics

16.4. Revision Section 3.2 - 14

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DISCLAIMER This SDS has been prepared in accordance with Regulation (EC) 453/2010. The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.

End of the Safety Data Sheet

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ANNEX 1 3

Occupational Exposure Limits in mg/m 8 hours TWA dust Member State

Non specified (inert) dust INHALABLE

Non specified (inert) dust RESPIRABLE

Austria

15

6

Belgium

10

3

Bulgaria

4

Denmark

10

5

Finland

10

/

France

10

5

Germany

10

3

Greece

10

5

Ireland

10

4

Italy

10

3

Lithuania

10

Luxembourg

10

6

Netherlands

10

5

Norway

10

5

Portugal

10

5

Romania

10

Slovakia

10

Spain

10

3

Sweden

5

Switzerland

6

UK

10

4

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