MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Product Identification Murrays Borate

Kickwheel Pottery Supply, Inc.
1986 Tucker Industrial Road
Tucker (Atlanta), Georgia 30084
770-986-9011

Chemical Family Blends Glaze-Engobe-Batt Wash
CAS Number 65997-18-4 (frits, chemicals)
Date Prepared 20-Apr-00
Prepared By: N.A. Viswanalh

SECTION 1. MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION AND INFORMATION

COMPONENTS Chemical Name & Common Names
(Hazardous Components 1% or > Carcinogens 0.1% Or >)
Glaze (Engobe, Batt Wash) is a blend of frit(s) and various minerals OTHER LIMITS
which contains the following materials as components

..................................................... % ....... OSHA-PEL ACGIH-TVL RECOMMENDED
Free Silica (Quartz) <1 0.05 mg/M3 0.10 mg/m3
Boron Compounds 1.50 1 mg/m3 10 mg/m3
Calcium Carbonate 1.50 10 mg/m3 10 mg/m3

SECTION 2. PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Boiling Point NA Specific Gravity (H20 = 1) 2.4 grms/cc

Vapor Pressure Melting Point >1500 °F
(mm HG and Temperature) NA

Vapor Density (Air =1) NA Evaporation Rate NA

Solubility in Water Insoluble

Appearance and Odor Odorless-Powder or Granules

SECTION 3. FIRE AND EXPLOSION-HAZARD DATA

FLASH POINT Non-flammable

Flammable Limits None LEL: None UEL: None

Special Fire Fighting Procedures None

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards None

Extinguishing Media None

SECTION 4. REACTIVITY HAZARD DATA

Stability
Stable [X]
Unstable [ ]
Incompatibility Strong Acids
(Materials to Avoid)

Hazardous Decomposition Products Avoid Fumes
Hazardous Polymerization NA

SECTION 5. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Route of Entry Inhalation [Yes] Skin [No] Ingestion [No]

NOTE: The NPT (1991) had added crystalline silica to its list of substances that are "reasonably anticipated to be carcinogens"/ IARC (Monograph-Vol. 68-1997) has concluded that there is sufficient evidence that inhaled crystalline silica can cause cancer in humans. The classification is Group 1.

Acute Glass dust (TVI. 10mg.m3) can be irritating to nose, throat and lungs
Chronic Repeated exposure could result in permanent damage.

Signs and symptoms of Exposure Irritation to nose, throat or lungs. If persists, see a physician.

Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Eye Contact Flush with clean water and see a physician if irritation persists
Skin Contact Wash and apply protective cream if desired. See a physician if condition persists.
Inhalation Remove from the dusty area.
Ingestion Significant ingestion should not occur. If it does, see a physician.

SECTION 6 CONTROL AND PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Respiratory Protection-Specify Type NIOSH approved dust and or fume control.
Protective Gloves Optional
Ventilation Local Exhaust
Other Protective clothing and equipment Optional
Work / Hygienic practices Avoid creating and breathing dust

SECTION 7 PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE / LEAK PROCEDURES

Steps to take if Material is Released or Spilled Vacuum or scoop up and containerize
Waste Disposal Methods Dispose in accordance with Federal, State and Local Regulations
Precautions to be taken in Handling and Storage Avoid breakage of bagged material or spills of bulk material
Other Precautions and / or Special Hazards Good Hygiene is very important-Wash thoroughly before eating and drinking. ..............Smoking is undesirable.

SECTION & SUPPLIER INFORMATION
While Kickwheel Pottery Supply, Inc. believes the data set forth herein is accurate as of the data hereof, Kickwheel Pottery Supply, Inc. makes no warranty with respect thereto and expressly disclaims all liability for reliance thereon.
Such data is offered solely for your consideration, investigation and verification.

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