Safety Data Sheet Carbolite
Safety Data Sheet Carbolite
Safety Data Sheet Carbolite
A Safety Data Sheet is not legally required for this product under the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information
System (WHMIS). The following information is provided as a courtesy service to our customers.
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses: Proppant for oil and natural gas well hydraulic fracturing
Uses advised against: None known
Manufacturer / Supplier
Company name: CARBO Ceramics Inc.
Address: 575 N. Dairy Ashford Road, Suite 300
Houston, Texas 77079, USA
Customer service: +1-337-367-6151
The article has been assessed and /or tested for its physical, health and environmental hazards and the following
classifications apply.
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Contains: None
Hazard pictogram: None
Signal word: None
Hazard statement: None
Precautionary statements:
- Prevention: None
- Response: None
- Storage: None
- Disposal: None
Supplemental label information: None
Hazard summary
ARTICLE
3.1 Substances
Chemical Name Percent CAS No. Notes
Ceramic materials and wares, chemicals 100 66402-68-4 -
Composition comments: The full text for all R- and H- phrases is displayed in Section 16. All concentrations are in
percent by weight unless ingredients are a gas. Gas concentrations are in percent by volume.
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General Information Show this Safety Data Sheet to the medical professional in attendance.
Exposure is not anticipated with use of this product as intended. If
symptoms occur, follow first aid measures as appropriate.
4.2 Most important symptoms Exposure to dust may cause irritation of eyes, nose, throat and mucous
and effects, both acute and delayed membranes. Prolonged contact with skin may cause irritation. Use of
the product as intended does not result in exposure to dust.
4.3 Indication of any immediate Provide general supportive measures and treat symptoms as needed.
medical attention and special
treatment needed
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For non-emergency personnel: Avoid dust formation. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact
with skin and eyes.
For emergency responders: Use personal protection recommended in Section 8 of the SDS.
6.3 Methods and materials for containing Sweep up spilled substance and remove to safe place. Pick up and
and cleaning up arrange for disposal without creating dust. Spilled material can reduce
traction and may present a slip hazard. Collect and dispose of spillage as
indicated in Section 13.
7.1 Precautions for safe handling Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing dust. Observe good industrial
hygiene practices. Spilled material can reduce traction and may present
a slip hazard.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, Keep container tightly closed. Store in accordance with local, regional,
including any incompatibilities national and international regulations.
7.3 Specific end use(s) Industrial use – oil & gas well stimulation.
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Appropriate engineering controls: Observe occupational exposure limits and prevent generation of dusts.
Hygiene measures Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as washing after handling
the material and before eating, drinking and/or smoking. Routinely wash work
clothing and protective equipment to remove contaminants.
Environmental exposure controls Environmental manager must be informed of all major releases.
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10.1 Reactivity The product is stable and non-reactive under normal conditions of use,
storage and transport.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions Hazardous polymerization does not occur under normal conditions.
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12.2 Persistence and degradability Product is not biodegradable with low solubility in water and is not
expected to decompose in the environment.
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential Product is not biodegradable with low solubility in water and is not
expected to accumulate in the environment.
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment Not a PBT or vPvB material
12.6 Other adverse effects This product is not classified as hazardous to the environment.
Conclusion/Summary Ecotoxicity data from comparable products indicates that this product is
non-toxic in the environment.
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Disposal methods/information: Collect and reclaim or dispose in sealed containers at licensed waste
disposal site. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local,
regional, national, international regulations.
Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations.
14.2 UN proper shipping name Not applicable, not regulated as hazardous for transport.
14.3 Transport hazard class(es) Not applicable, not regulated as hazardous for transport.
14.4 Packing group Not applicable, not regulated as hazardous for transport.
14.5 Environmental hazards Not applicable, not regulated as hazardous for transport.
14.6 Special precautions for user Not applicable, not regulated as hazardous for transport.
The transport regulation may vary based on the country of use. Check for the appropriate regulations in the country of
transport or usage of this product.
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Canadian Regulations
WHMIS (Canada): This product has been classified according to the hazard criteria
of the CPR and the SDS contains all of the information required
by the CPR.
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List of abbreviations
Information on evaluation method leading The classification for health and environmental hazards is derived by a
to the classification of mixture combination of calculation methods and test data, if available. For
details refer to Sections 9, 11 and 12.
Disclaimer The information in the sheet was written based on the best knowledge
and experience currently available.
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