Health and Safety relating to Natural Hydraulic Limes NHL 2, NHL 3.5 and NHL 5
| Manufacturer: | CESA (Chaux et Enduits de St. Astier) 24110 St. Astier. France |
| General information: | NHL products do not contain any dangerous substances or toxic products. |
| Identification: Commercial designation Types of use |
Natural Hydraulic Limes (NHL 2, NHL 3.5 and NHL 5) Manufactured according to the French Standard NF P 15-311 Rendering, plastering, pointing and masonry mortars, grouting |
| Chemical nature of the products |
Result of burning at 900o-1,000o C of a siliceous limestone composed of calcium carbonate, silica and some presence of alumina and traces of other elements. |
| Physical properties | Physical state: light grey to white powders |
| Storage and handling | Precautions: do not inhale or ingest. Protect eyes and skin. Storage: in bags or silos. Do not expose to air or rain. Dangerous components: None Protective measures: wear adequate protective clothing to avoid prolonged contact with the mortar. To avoid dust contact with eyes and possible inhalation wear glasses and mask especially in areas not properly ventilated. |
| Medical information | Particles, if inhaled, can irritate the upper respiratory track. Avoid contact with eyes. Irritation and even injury can occur. When mixed with water, the paste obtained is highly alkaline. It can dry the skin and mucous membranes in the event of prolonged contact. If present, chromates can be dissolved by water and this could cause allergic skin reactions in some hypersensitive individuals when exposed by lengthy and repeated contact. |
| First Aid measures Prevention & Treatment |
Avoid all prolonged contact with the skin. Avoid inhalation or contact with eyes. If the eyes have been in contact with the powder or products that contain it, clean with fresh water applied in abundance. If irritation persist obtain medical assistance. At all times rinse skin after contact Use protective creams against allergic symptoms. If inhalation has occurred go into fresh air. If irritation persist seek medical advice. |
| Environment Protection | Handle in ventilated areas and prevent dust diffusion Accidental spillage: recover powder. Dump small quantities as non-hazardous waste. After hardening, the lime or its products are definitively combined and insoluble. No further precautions necessary. |
| Special indications | Respect the hygiene and safety rules specified by the trade. The basic components of Natural Hydraulic Lime are common natural materials. |
Statutory information |
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| Danger symbol | Xi Irritant |
| Principal component |
Lime |
| R phrases | R 63/37/38 irritant for the eyes, respiratory ways and skin R 41 risk of severe eye injuries. |
| S phrases | S 2 store away from children. S 24/25 avoid contact with skin and eyes. S 26 in case of contact with the eyes wash immediately with clean water and contact a specialist. S 37 wear appropriate gloves S 39 wear eyes and face protection |
For further Guidance, contact your St Astier Distributor.
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