| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: For small fires, use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or chemical foam. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | |
| [Skin] Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. | |
| [Handling] Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. Chronic inhalation may cause lung changes, chest pain, breath shortness, and bronichitis. | |
| [Eyes] May cause eye irritation. | |
| [Ingestion] Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Exposure Effects] May cause cancer according to animal studies. Chronic inhalation may cause lung changes, chest pain, breath shortness, and bronichitis. | |
| [Poison Class] - | |
| [Appearance] The color varies from yellowish to white and is almost odorless. | |
| [Solubility in water] Insoluble | |
| [Density] 2.5 g/cm3 (20 C) | |
| [Usage] As of fuller's earth, as emulsifier for oils, as a base for plasters. Pharmaceutical aid (suspending agent). | |
| [Product Name] Bentonite | |
| [Synonyms] Dioxosilane oxo(oxoalumanyloxy)alumane hydrate Wilkinite | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_1302-78-9.htm">1302-78-9 | |
| [Formula] Al2H2O12Si4 | |
| [EINECS] 215-108-5 | |
| [RTECS] CT9450000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Tumorigen | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] NA | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Avoid contact with strong acids. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Decomposition] Irritating and toxic fumes and gases. |
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