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Celite® 545

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Celite® 545
Product Code
22140

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A
REACH No.
01-2119488518-22-XXXX
UFI Code
5Y32-S6DE-F99D-VUXQ

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Uses advised against

This product is not intended for consumer use.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck Life Science BV/SRL

manufacturer

Brusselsesteenweg 288, B-3090 OVERIJSE

+32 (0)3 899-1301

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+(32) 28 083237

Anti-poison centre

070 245245

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

STOT RE Cat. 1 H372

GHS Pictograms

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H372 Causes damage to organs (Lungs) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled.

Precautionary Statements

P260 Do not breathe dust.
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P314 Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type mixture
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Kieselguhr (contains free crystalline silicic acid) EC: 272-489-0 68855-54-9 90 - 100% Yes
cristobalite EC: 238-455-4 14464-46-1 1 - 10% Yes
Quartz, respirable EC: 238-878-4 14808-60-7 1 - 10% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air. Call in physician.

Skin contact

In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

silicon oxides. Not combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.

Instructions

Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.

Firefighter Protection

Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Avoid generation and inhalation of dusts in all circumstances. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Take up dry. Clean up affected area.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Work under hood. Do not inhale substance/mixture.

Storage

Tightly closed. Dry. Keep in a well-ventilated place. Keep locked up or in an area accessible only to qualified or authorized persons.

Hygiene

Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it. Full contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M) Splash contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested: Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M) data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374 If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the EC approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses

Respiratory

required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter type: Filter type P2 The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Skin/Body

protective clothing

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Odor
No data available
Molecular Weight
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Relative Density
2,36 at 20 °C - OECD Test Guideline 109
Voc Content
---
Density
---
Solubility In Water
0,0037 g/l at 20 °C
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
>8,5 at 25 °C
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Physical State
powder
Vapor Density
---
Melting Point
No data available
Cloud Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Flash Point
No data available
Solubility
---
Appearance
---
Properties Status
---
Form
---
Vapor Pressure
No data available
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Colour
white
Colour Intensity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Solidification Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Explosive Limits
---
Physical State Data
solid
Boiling Point
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Bulk Density
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not applicable
Flammability
The product is not flammable.
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

No data available

Avoid

no information available

Incompatible

Strong acids, Hydrogen fluoride

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Celite® 545?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Celite® 545?

Celite® 545 is a powder with white color. It has no data available odor.

What is Celite® 545 used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Celite® 545?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H372: Causes damage to organs (Lungs) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled.

What is the melting point of Celite® 545?

The melting point is No data available and the boiling point is No data available.