Non-hazardous material safety data sheet for

Bentonite F2 Pellets
This generic SDS is provided by LKAB Minerals to give information to assist with material handling of the products listed which are
not classified as hazardous under the GHS and / or the CLP regulations.

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier
Product name: Bentonite F2 Pellets
REACH registration number: Exempt
CAS number: 1302-78-9
EC number: 215-108-5

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses: Borehole sealant

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

LKAB Minerals Ltd, Raynesway, Derby, DE21 7BE, UK
sds@lkabminerals.com

1.4 Emergency telephone number of supplier

LKAB Minerals AB (Sweden) +46 771 760 400
LKAB Minerals Asia Pacific Ltd (Hong Kong) +852 2827 3000
LKAB Minerals BV (Netherlands) +31 168 388500
LKAB Minerals Inc (USA) +1 513 322 5530
LKAB Minerals GmbH (Germany) +49 201 45060
LKAB Minerals Ltd (United Kingdom) +44 1724 277411 or +44 1332 673131
LKAB Minerals Oy (Finland) +358 17 2660160
LKAB Minerals Tianjin (China) +86 22 2435 1706

Hours of operation: 09.00 – 16.00 (local business hours)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification (EC 1272/2008): Physical and chemical hazards: not classified
Human health: not classified
Environment: not classified
The full text for all R-phrases and hazard statements are displayed in section 16.

2.2 Label elements

EC No: 215-108-5
Label in accordance with (EC) No. 1272/2008 No pictogram required.

2.3 Other hazards

This product does not contain any PBT or vPvB substances.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substances
Classification
Product / ingredient name % CAS No EC No
Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Bentonite >99 1302-78-9 215-108-5 Not classified
Quartz <1 14808-60-7 238-878-4 Not classified
Cristobalite <1 14464-46-1 238-455-4 Not classified
The full text for all R phrases and hazard statements are displayed in section 16.
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REACH Registration
SECTION 4: Firstnumber:
aid measures Exempt in accordance with Annex V.7

4.1 Description of first aid measures

Inhalation: Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Get medical attention if any
discomfort continues.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.
Skin contact: Wash skin with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation persists after
washing.
Eye contact: Make sure to remove any contact lenses from the eyes before rinsing. Rinse
eye with water immediately. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Inhalation: No specific symptoms noted.
Ingestion: No specific symptoms noted.
Skin contact: No specific symptoms noted.
Eye contact: No specific symptoms noted.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treat symptomatically

SECTION 5: Fire fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media This product is not flammable. Use fire extinguishing media appropriate for
surrounding materials.

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Hazardous combustion products: None under normal conditions

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Special fire fighting procedures: No specific fire fighting procedures given

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Follow precautions for safe handling described in this safety data sheet

6.2 Environmental precautions The product should not be dumped in nature but collected and delivered
according to agreement with the local authorities.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Avoid dust formation. Remove spillage with vacuum cleaner. If not possible,
collect spillage with shovel, broom or the like. Transfer to a container for
disposal.

6.4 Reference to other sections For personal protection see section 8. For waste disposal see section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling Avoid handling which leads to dust formation. Avoid inhalation of high
concentrations of dust. Observe occupational exposure limits and minimise the
risk of inhalation of dust.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store in tightly closed original container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Keep in original container.

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SECTION endExposure
use(s) controls / personal The identified uses for this product are detailed in section 1.2
protection
8.1 Control parameters
Name STD TWA – 8hrs STEL – 15mins Notes
Bentonite WEL 10 mg/m3 4 mg/m3
Quartz WEL 0.1 mg/m3
Cristobalite WEL 0.1 mg/m3
WEL = Workplace Exposure Limit

Ingredient comments:
Dust contains respirable crystalline silica. Prolonged and/or massive inhalation of respirable crystalline silica dust may cause lung fibrosis,
commonly referred to as silicosis. Principal symptoms of silicosis are cough and breathlessness. Occupational exposure to respirable dust
should be monitored and controlled. The product should be handled using methods and techniques that minimise or eliminate dust
generation. The product contains less than 1% w/w RCS (respirable crystalline silica) as determined by the SWERF method. The respirable
crystalline silica content can be measured using the “Size-Weighted Respirable Fraction – SWERF” method. All details about the SWERF
method is available at www.crystallinesilica.eu

8.2 Exposure controls

Protective equipment

Engineering measures: Provide adequate ventilation. Observe occupational exposure limits and
minimise the risk of inhalation of dust.
Respiratory equipment: No specific recommendation made, but respiratory protection must be used if
the general level exceeds the recommended occupational exposure limit.
Wear dust masks in dusty areas.
Hand protection: No specific hand protection noted, but gloves may still be advisable.
Eye protection: Wear dust resistant safety goggles where this is a danger of eye contact.
Other protection: Provide eyewash station.
Hygiene measures: Wash hands at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and
using the toilet.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic and physical and chemical properties
Appearance: Pellets
Colour: Light or pale grey
Odour: Odourless
Solubility: <0.9 mg/L in water at 20°C.
Melting point (oC): >450
Relative density: 2.0-2.5 g/cm3
Bulk density: 1.0-1.4 g/cm3
pH-Value: 9.0-10.5 (5% solids in water)

9.2 Other information Not relevant

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity No specific reactivity hazards associated with this product.

10.2 Chemical stability Stable under normal temperature conditions.

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SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions Not relevant

10.4 Conditions to avoid No specific conditions are likely to result in a hazardous situation

10.5 Incompatible materials

Materials to avoid: No specific, or groups of materials, are likely to react to produce a hazardous
situation.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products None under normal circumstances

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Other health effects: This substance has no evidence of carcinogenic properties.

Acute toxicity
Acute toxicity (Oral LD50): Not relevant
Acute toxicity (Dermal LD50): Not relevant
Acute toxicity (Inhalation LC50): Not relevant

Inhalation: Dust in high concentrations may irritate the respiratory system.

Ingestion: May cause discomfort if swallowed.

Skin contact: Powder may irritate skin.

Eye contact: Particles in the eyes may cause irritation and smarting.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

Ecotoxicity: Not regarded as dangerous for the environment.

12.1 Acute fish toxicity: Not considered toxic to fish.

12.2 Persistence and degradability

Degradability: The product is not readily biodegradable.

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential: The product is not bioaccumulating.

12.4 Mobility in soil: Not relevant, due to the form of the product.

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment: This product does not contain any PBT or vPvB substances.

12.6 Other adverse effects: None known

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods: Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority
requirements.

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SECTION 14: Transport considerations
Road transport notes: Not classified
Rail transport notes: Not classified
Sea transport notes: Not classified
Air transport notes: Not classified

14.1 UN Number: The product is not covered by international regulation on the transport of
dangerous goods (IMDG, IATA, ADR/RID).

14.2 UN proper shipping name: Not classified for transportation.

14.3 Transport and hazard class(es): Not classified for transportation.

14.4 Packing group: Not classified for transportation.

14.5 Environmental hazards

Environmentally hazardous substances / marine pollutant: no

14.6 Special precautions for user: Not classified for transportation.

14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations / legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Approved code of practice: Classification and labelling of substances and preparations dangerous for
supply. Safety data sheets for substances and preparations.
Guidance notes: Workplace Exposure Limits EH40.
EU Legislation: Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council
of 18 December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation
and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), establishing a European Chemicals
Agency, amending Directive 1999/45/EC and repealing Council Regulation
(EEC) No 793/93 and Commission Regulations (EC) No 1488/94 as well as
Council Directive 76/769/EEC and Commission Directives 91/155/EEC,
93/67/EEC, 93/105/EC and 2000/21/EC, including amendments. Regulation
(EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16
December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and
mixtures, amending and repealing Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC,
and amending Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 with amendments.

15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment: Not applicable. No chemical safety assessment has been carried out.

SECTION 16: Other information

Revision date: 22/07/2014
Revision: 2
Document no: 12-02EN,16-07
Risk phrases in full: NC – not classified

Disclaimer:
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any
process. Such information is, to the best of the company’s knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable as of the date indicated. However no warranty guarantee
or representation is made to its accuracy, reliability of completeness. It is the user’s responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability of such information for his
own particular use.

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