Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Vermiculite
- Product Code
- Z765422
- Chemical Name
- Silvery vermiculite
- Synonyms
- Aluminium-Iron-Magnesium-Silicate
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 1318-00-9 Check regulations →
- EC Number
- 603-518-0 Check regulations →
Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Merck Life Science BV/SRL
national supplier
Brusselsesteenweg 288 B-3090 OVERIJSE
+32 (0)3 899-1301
Emergency Contacts
CHEMTREC
+(32) 28 083237
Anti-poison centre
070 245245
Hazard Identification
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GHS Pictograms
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silvery vermiculite EC: 603-518-0 | 1318-00-9 | --- | No |
Notes
No components need to be disclosed according to the applicable regulations.
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
After inhalation: fresh air.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses.
After swallowing: make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult doctor if feeling unwell.
Related Substances
Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Full contact and Splash contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: KCL 741 Dermatril L. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves.
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses.
Respiratory protection required when dusts are generated. Recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards. Recommended Filter type: Filter type P1. The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer and properly documented.
Do not let product enter drains.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- Shipping Name
- Not dangerous goods
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What other names is Vermiculite known by?
Vermiculite is also known as: Aluminium-Iron-Magnesium-Silicate
What is the hazard signal word for Vermiculite?
The signal word is no signal word.
What is the physical form of Vermiculite?
Vermiculite is a solid with no data available color. It has no data available odor.
What is Vermiculite used for?
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
What is the melting point of Vermiculite?
The melting point is No data available and the boiling point is No data available.