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| SECTION 1
IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/ MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/ UNDERTAKING
1.1 Product Identifier
931-322-8 JS_Ashes (residues), coal.
REACH Registration Number
01-2119491179-27-xxxx
Synonyms
Fly Ash, Pulverized Fuel Ash, PFA.
Trade Names
Not applicable.
1.2. Relevant Identified Uses of the Substance or Mixture and Uses Advised Against
Relevant identified uses: Mineral raw material and construction material in bound and unbound applications (e.g. cement, concrete addition, etc).
Use advised against: Not applicable.
1.3. Details of the Supplier of the Safety Datasheet
CEMEX UK Operations Ltd
CEMEX House
Evreux Way
Rugby
Warwickshire, CV21 2DT
Product Helpline 0800 667 827
(Available 9am-5pm Mon-Fri)
gb-enquiries@CEMEX.com
www.CEMEX.co.uk
1.4. Emergency Telephone Number
Emergency telephone number available 9am-5pm
Mon-Fri: 0800 667 827
Emergency telephone number available outside normal
office hours: 01932 568833
N.B. Limited to Escalation of Issue
SECTION 2
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1 Classification of the Substance or Mixture
According to criteria of Directive EC 67/548/EEC and Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 the substance is not classified as hazardous.
2.2 Label Elements
According to criteria of Directive EC 67/548/EEC and Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 the substance does not need to be labelled.
2.3 Other Hazards
No special remarkable hazards.
COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
3.1 Substances
EC No: 931-322-8
EC name Ashes (residues), coal
Purity: 100 % (UVCB)
Synonyms: see 1.1
Additional information
Substance is a UVCB-substance composed of glassy/amorphous material and mineral phases. Its chemical composition is preferably analysed as elements and reported as the mass percent of each equivalent oxide, e.g. SiO2, Al2O3, Fe2O3, CaO.
3.2 Mixture
Not applicable.
SECTION 4
FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1 Description of First Aid Measures
Inhalation: No particular measures required.
Ingestion: Drink plenty of water (in case you feel unwell consult doctor).
Skin contact: Dust has to be rinsed with water (if irritation persists contact doctor).
Eye contact: Dust has to be rinsed with water (if irritation persists contact doctor).
Notes for the doctor: No allergic reactions known, mineral dust.
4.2 Most Important Symptoms and Effects, Both Acute and Delayed
Skin and eye irritation might occur.
4.3 Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed
Not applicable.
SECTION 5
FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1 Extinguishing Media
The substance is not combustible. Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire.
5.2 Special Hazards Arising from the Substance or Mixture
None.
5.3 Advice for Fire Fighters
Not applicable .
SECTION 6
FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
6.1 Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures
Avoid creating airborne dust wherever possible (see 6.4).
6.2 Environmental Precautions
Avoid creating airborne dust wherever possible (see 6.4).
6.3 Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up
Spills: Sweep together and containerize for reclamation or disposal. Dry vacuum or wet cleaning with mechanical devices may be used to avoid dust dispersal.
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 creating airborne dust wherever possible;
Do not eat, drink and smoke in working areas; Wear appropriate protective clothing (e.g. goggles, gloves);
Avoid prolonged skin contact;
Wash hands after work.
7.2 Conditions for Safe Storage, Including any Incompatibilities
No special requirements.
7.3 Specific End Use(s)
Not applicable .
SECTION 8
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1 Control Parameters
See UKQAA COSHH safety datasheet – Technical Datasheet 9.0
[The current occupational exposure limits for respirable dust in the European Union (3-10 mg/m³) should apply.
(CSR – Discussion, p. 79)]
8.2 Exposure Controls
Appropriate engineering controls:
For closed cycles use dedusting extraction equipment; For semi-closed and open cycles ensure adequate ventilation and dust damping/wetting procedures.
Individual protection measures
Eye/face protection: Safety goggles/face shield if potential for contact is existing;
Skin (hand) protection: Gloves if potential for contact is given; further measures for body protection are usually not necessary;
Respiratory protection: No special protective equipment required. If dust occurs constantly.
SECTION 9
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 Information on Basic Physical and Chemical Properties Physcial
SECTION 10
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1 Reactivity
No reactivity hazards.
10.2 Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3 Possibility of Hazardous Reactions
Not applicable as material is not hazardous and no reactivity hazards are to be expected.
10.4 Conditions to Avoid
No special requirements.
10.5 Incompatible Materials
No incompatible materials known.
10.6 Hazardous Decomposition Products
Not applicable as no hazardous properties
SECTION 11
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1 Potential Health Effects
The substance is not classified as hazardous.
11.2 Acute Toxicity (Oral, Inhalation, Dermal)
No acute toxicity.
11.3 Irritation (Skin, Eye Irritation)
Not irritating.
11.4 Corrosivity
Not corrosive.
11.5 Sensitisation
Not sensitising.
11.6 Repeated Dose Toxicity
No repeated toxicity.
11.7 Mutagenicity
Not mutagen.
11.8 Carcinogenicity
No carcinogenetic effects are known.
11.9 Toxicity to Reproduction
No reproduction toxicity.
For more detailed information to toxicological aspects Chemical Safety Report (CSR).
SECTION 12
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12.1 Toxicity The substance is not classified as hazardous;
No aquatic toxicity;
No toxicity in sewage treatment plants.
12.2 Persistence and Degradability
Not applicable: inorganic substance;
Neither photo- or chemical degradation, nor biodegradation is expected.
12.3 Bioaccumulative Potential
Not applicable: inorganic substance;
Significant bioaccumulation is not expected.
12.4 Mobility in Soil
Moderately mobile in soil;
Adsorption to soil particles is possible;
Leaching of main compounds (SiO2, Al2O3) is not expected.
12.5 Results of PBT and VPVB Assessment
No PBT and vPvB properties.
12.6 Other Adverse Effects
No other adverse effects are known; Due to the CLP system the substance has not to be labelled as dangerous for the environment; On the basis of existing data about the elimination, degradation and bioaccumulation potential longer term damage to the environment is unlikely.
For more detailed information see Chemical Safety Report (CSR).
SECTION 13
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1 Waste Treatment Methods
Ashes (residues), coal have to be disposed of by national regulations for non-hazardous wastes; no further special treatment methods are necessary
Waste codes / waste designation according to EWC
10 Wastes from thermal processes
10 01 Wastes from power stations and other combustion plants (except 19)
10 01 02 Coal fly ash
10 01 17 Fly ash from co-incineration other than those mentioned in 10 01 16
SECTION 14
TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not a dangerous good according to the regulations ADR, IMDG and IATA.
SECTION 15
REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1 Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations/Legislation Specific for the Substance or Mixture
Ashes (residues), coal do not require any labelling.
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
ashes (residues), coal do not require any labelling.
15.3 Water Pollution Class
Not hazardous (Annex 3), but refer to Environment Agency for latest position.
SECTION 16
OTHER INFORMATION
The Information in this safety information sheet describes the safety requirements of the product and is based on the present knowledge. The information is intended to give you advice about the safe handling of the product named in this safety data sheet, for storage, processing, transport and disposal. The information cannot be transferred to other products. In the case of mixing the product with other products or in the case of processing, the information on this safety data sheet is not necessarily valid for the new made-up material.
This product(s) is supplied by CEMEX UK on the understanding it will be used in the manner and for the purpose(s) specified in the CEMEX UK datasheet(s), the user having taken all precautions stipulated. If you have purchased the product for supply to a third party for use at work, it is your duty to take all necessary steps to ensure that any person handling or using the product is provided with the information on this sheet.
If you are an employer, it is your duty to inform your employees and others who may be affected of any hazards described in this sheet and any precautions that should be taken. In circumstances where products are to be used outside the jurisdiction of the United Kingdom such usage must be in conformity with national standards or those described on this sheet, whichever are more stringent.
In general usage the term ‘fly ash’ is used for pulverized coal ash but it can also cover ash from burning other materials. Such ‘fly ash’ may have significantly differing properties and might not offer the same advantages as ash from burning pulverized coal. This CEMEX UK datasheet only refer to PFA/Fly ash produced from the burning of predominantly coal in power stations.
Information provided in this document is intended for those who will evaluate its significance and take responsibility for its use and application.
CEMEX UK will accept no liability (including that for negligence) for any loss resulting from the advice or information contained in this document. It is up to the user to ensure they obtain the latest version of this document as CEMEX UK continually revises and updates its publications. Advice should be taken from a competent person before taking or refraining from any action as a result of the comments in this guide which is only intended as a brief introduction to the subject.