3M™ Abrasive Products, Contour Surface Sanding Sponges and Flexible Foam Sanding Sponges, 5mm 07/14/14

Safety Data Sheet

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Document Group: 28-7883-3 Version Number: 3.05

Issue Date: 07/14/14 Supercedes Date: 03/24/14

SECTION 1: Identification
1.1. Product identifier
3M™ Abrasive Products, Contour Surface Sanding Sponges and Flexible Foam Sanding Sponges, 5mm

1.2. Recommended use and restrictions on use

Recommended use
Abrasive Product

1.3. Supplier’s details

MANUFACTURER: 3M
DIVISION: Abrasive Systems Division
ADDRESS: 3M Center, St. Paul, MN 55144-1000, USA
Telephone: 1-888-3M HELPS (1-888-364-3577)

1.4. Emergency telephone number

1-800-364-3577 or (651) 737-6501 (24 hours)

SECTION 2: Hazard identification

2.1. Hazard classification
Not classified as hazardous according to OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.

2.2. Label elements

Signal word
Not applicable.

Symbols
Not applicable.

Pictograms
Not applicable.

2.3. Hazards not otherwise classified

None.

27% of the mixture consists of ingredients of unknown acute oral toxicity.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

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Ingredient C.A.S. No. % by Wt

Aluminum Oxide Mineral (non-fibrous) 1344-28-1 25 - 35
Titanium Oxide 13463-67-7 0.1 - 1.25
Cured Resin Mixture 10 - 30
High Density Foam Mixture 40 - 60

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures

Inhalation:
Remove person to fresh air. If you feel unwell, get medical attention.

Skin Contact:
Wash with soap and water. If signs/symptoms develop, get medical attention.

Eye Contact:
Flush with large amounts of water. Remove contact lenses if easy to do. Continue rinsing. If signs/symptoms persist, get
medical attention.

If Swallowed:
No need for first aid is anticipated.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
See Section 11.1. Information on toxicological effects.

4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment required
Not applicable

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1. Suitable extinguishing media
In case of fire: Use a fire fighting agent suitable for ordinary combustible material such as water or foam to extinguish.

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

None inherent in this product.

Hazardous Decomposition or By-Products

Substance Condition
Carbon monoxide During Combustion
Carbon dioxide During Combustion

5.3. Special protective actions for fire-fighters

No special protective actions for fire-fighters are anticipated.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Observe precautions from other sections.

6.2. Environmental precautions

Not applicable.

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6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Not applicable.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling
For industrial or professional use only. Avoid breathing of dust created by sanding, grinding or machining. Combustible dust
may form by action of this product on another material (substrate). Dust generated from the substrate during use of this
product may be explosive if in sufficient concentration with an ignition source. Dust deposits should not be allowed to
accumulate on surfaces because of the potential for secondary explosions.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage including any incompatibilities

No special storage requirements.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters

Occupational exposure limits

Ingredient C.A.S. No. Agency Limit type Additional Comments

Aluminum Oxide Mineral (non- 1344-28-1 CMRG TWA:1 fiber/cc
fibrous)
Aluminum Oxide Mineral (non- 1344-28-1 OSHA TWA(as total dust):15
fibrous) mg/m3;TWA(respirable
fraction):5 mg/m3
Aluminum, insoluble compounds 1344-28-1 ACGIH TWA(respirable fraction):1 A4: Not class. as human
mg/m3 carcin
Titanium Oxide 13463-67-7 ACGIH TWA:10 mg/m3 A4: Not class. as human
carcin
Titanium Oxide 13463-67-7 CMRG TWA(as respirable dust):5
mg/m3
Titanium Oxide 13463-67-7 OSHA TWA(as total dust):15 mg/m3
ACGIH : American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
AIHA : American Industrial Hygiene Association
CMRG : Chemical Manufacturer's Recommended Guidelines
OSHA : United States Department of Labor - Occupational Safety and Health Administration
TWA: Time-Weighted-Average
STEL: Short Term Exposure Limit
CEIL: Ceiling

8.2. Exposure controls

8.2.1. Engineering controls

Provide appropriate local exhaust ventilation for sanding, grinding or machining. Use general dilution ventilation and/or
local exhaust ventilation to control airborne exposures to below relevant Exposure Limits and/or control
dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. If ventilation is not adequate, use respiratory protection equipment. Provide local exhaust at
process emission sources to control exposure near the source and to prevent the escape of dust into the work area. Ensure that
dust-handling systems (such as exhaust ducts, dust collectors, vessels, and processing equipment) are designed in a manner to
prevent the escape of dust into the work area (i.e., there is no leakage from the equipment).

8.2.2. Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Eye/face protection

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To minimize the risk of injury to face and eyes, always wear eye and face protection when working at sanding or grinding
operations or when near such operations. Select and use eye/face protection to prevent contact based on the results of an
exposure assessment. The following eye/face protection(s) are recommended:
Safety Glasses with side shields

Skin/hand protection
Wear appropriate gloves to minimize risk of injury to skin from contact with dust or physical abrasion from grinding or
sanding.

Respiratory protection

Assess exposure concentrations of all materials involved in the work process. Consider material being abraded when
determining the appropriate respiratory protection. Select and use appropriate respirators to prevent inhalation overexposure.
An exposure assessment may be needed to decide if a respirator is required. If a respirator is needed, use respirators as part of
a full respiratory protection program. Based on the results of the exposure assessment, select from the following respirator
type(s) to reduce inhalation exposure:
Half facepiece or full facepiece air-purifying respirator suitable for particulates

For questions about suitability for a specific application, consult with your respirator manufacturer.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
General Physical Form: Solid
Odor, Color, Grade: Solid Abrasive Product
Odor threshold Not Applicable
pH Not Applicable
Melting point Not Applicable
Boiling Point Not Applicable
Flash Point Not Applicable
Evaporation rate Not Applicable
Flammability (solid, gas) Not Classified
Flammable Limits(LEL) Not Applicable
Flammable Limits(UEL) Not Applicable
Vapor Pressure Not Applicable
Vapor Density Not Applicable
Specific Gravity Not Applicable
Solubility In Water Not Applicable
Solubility- non-water Not Applicable
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/ water Not Applicable
Autoignition temperature Not Applicable
Decomposition temperature Not Applicable
Viscosity Not Applicable

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
This material is considered to be non reactive under normal use conditions.

10.2. Chemical stability

Stable.

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

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Hazardous polymerization will not occur.

10.4. Conditions to avoid

None known.

10.5. Incompatible materials

None known.

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

Substance Condition
None known.

Refer to section 5.2 for hazardous decomposition products during combustion.

Under recommended usage conditions, hazardous decomposition products are not expected. Hazardous decomposition
products may occur as a result of oxidation, heating, or reaction with another material.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

The information below may not be consistent with the material classification in Section 2 if specific ingredient
classifications are mandated by a competent authority. In addition, toxicological data on ingredients may not be
reflected in the material classification and/or the signs and symptoms of exposure, because an ingredient may be
present below the threshold for labeling, an ingredient may not be available for exposure, or the data may not be
relevant to the material as a whole.

11.1. Information on Toxicological effects

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure

Based on test data and/or information on the components, this material may produce the following health effects:

Inhalation:
Dust from grinding, sanding or machining may cause irritation of the respiratory system. Signs/symptoms may include cough,
sneezing, nasal discharge, headache, hoarseness, and nose and throat pain.

Skin Contact:
Mechanical Skin irritation: Signs/symptoms may include abrasion, redness, pain, and itching.

Eye Contact:
Mechanical eye irritation: Signs/symptoms may include pain, redness, tearing and corneal abrasion.

Dust created by grinding, sanding, or machining may cause eye irritation. Signs/symptoms may include redness, swelling,
pain, tearing, and blurred or hazy vision.

Ingestion:
No health effects are expected.

Carcinogenicity:

Ingredient C.A.S. No. Class Description Regulation

Titanium Oxide 13463-67-7 Grp. 2B: Possible human carc. International Agency for Research on Cancer

Additional Information:
This document covers only the 3M product. For complete assessment, when determining the degree of hazard, the material

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being abraded must also be considered.

This product contains titanium dioxide. Cancer of the lungs has been observed in rats that inhaled high levels of titanium
dioxide. No exposure to inhaled titanium dioxide is expected during the normal handling and use of this product. Titanium
dioxide was not detected when air sampling was conducted during simulated use of similar products containing titanium
dioxide. Therefore, the health effects associated with titanium dioxide are not expected during the normal use of this product.
Toxicological Data
If a component is disclosed in section 3 but does not appear in a table below, either no data are available for that endpoint or
the data are not sufficient for classification.

Acute Toxicity
Name Route Species Value
Overall product Ingestion No data available; calculated ATE > 5,000 mg/kg
Aluminum Oxide Mineral (non-fibrous) Dermal LD50 estimated to be > 5,000 mg/kg
Aluminum Oxide Mineral (non-fibrous) Inhalation- Rat LC50 > 2.3 mg/l
Dust/Mist
(4 hours)
Aluminum Oxide Mineral (non-fibrous) Ingestion Rat LD50 > 5,000 mg/kg
Titanium Oxide Dermal Rabbit LD50 > 10,000 mg/kg
Titanium Oxide Inhalation- Rat LC50 > 6.82 mg/l
Dust/Mist
(4 hours)
Titanium Oxide Ingestion Rat LD50 > 10,000 mg/kg
ATE = acute toxicity estimate

Skin Corrosion/Irritation
Name Species Value
Aluminum Oxide Mineral (non-fibrous) Rabbit No significant irritation
Titanium Oxide Rabbit No significant irritation

Serious Eye Damage/Irritation

Name Species Value
Aluminum Oxide Mineral (non-fibrous) Rabbit No significant irritation
Titanium Oxide Rabbit No significant irritation

Skin Sensitization
Name Species Value
Titanium Oxide Human Not sensitizing
and
animal

Respiratory Sensitization
Name Species Value

Germ Cell Mutagenicity

Name Route Value
Aluminum Oxide Mineral (non-fibrous) In Vitro Not mutagenic
Titanium Oxide In Vitro Not mutagenic
Titanium Oxide In vivo Not mutagenic

Carcinogenicity
Name Route Species Value
Aluminum Oxide Mineral (non-fibrous) Inhalation Rat Not carcinogenic
Titanium Oxide Ingestion Multiple Not carcinogenic
animal
species
Titanium Oxide Inhalation Rat Carcinogenic

Reproductive Toxicity

Reproductive and/or Developmental Effects

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Name Route Value Species Test Result Exposure

Duration

Target Organ(s)

Specific Target Organ Toxicity - single exposure

Name Route Target Organ(s) Value Species Test Result Exposure
Duration

Specific Target Organ Toxicity - repeated exposure

Name Route Target Organ(s) Value Species Test Result Exposure
Duration
Aluminum Oxide Mineral Inhalation pneumoconiosis | Some positive data exist, but the Human NOAEL Not occupational
(non-fibrous) pulmonary fibrosis data are not sufficient for available exposure
classification
Titanium Oxide Inhalation respiratory system Some positive data exist, but the Rat LOAEL 2 years
data are not sufficient for 0.010 mg/l
classification
Titanium Oxide Inhalation pulmonary fibrosis All data are negative Human NOAEL Not occupational
available exposure

Aspiration Hazard
Name Value

Please contact the address or phone number listed on the first page of the SDS for additional toxicological information
on this material and/or its components.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

Ecotoxicological information
Please contact the address or phone number listed on the first page of the SDS for additional ecotoxicological information on this material
and/or its components.
Chemical fate information
Please contact the address or phone number listed on the first page of the SDS for additional chemical fate information on this material
and/or its components.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Disposal methods
Dispose of contents/ container in accordance with the local/regional/national/international regulations.

Prior to disposal, consult all applicable authorities and regulations to insure proper classification. The substrate that was
abraded must be considered as a factor in the disposal method for this product. Dispose of waste product in a permitted
industrial waste facility. As a disposal alternative, incinerate in a permitted waste incineration facility. If no other disposal
options are available, waste product may be placed in a landfill properly designed for industrial waste.

EPA Hazardous Waste Number (RCRA): Not regulated

SECTION 14: Transport Information

Not regulated per U.S. DOT, IATA or IMO.

These transportation classifications are provided as a customer service. As the shipper YOU remain responsible for
complying with all applicable laws and regulations, including proper transportation classification and packaging. 3M
transportation classifications are based on product formulation, packaging, 3M policies and 3M understanding of

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applicable current regulations. 3M does not guarantee the accuracy of this classification information. This information
applies only to transportation classification and not the packaging, labeling, or marking requirements. The original 3M
package is certified for U.S. ground shipment only. If you are shipping by air or ocean, the package may not meet
applicable regulatory requirements.

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. US Federal Regulations

Contact 3M for more information.

311/312 Hazard Categories:

Fire Hazard - No Pressure Hazard - No Reactivity Hazard - No Immediate Hazard - No Delayed Hazard - No

15.2. State Regulations

Contact 3M for more information.

15.3. Chemical Inventories

This product is an article as defined by TSCA regulations, and is exempt from TSCA Inventory listing requirements.

Contact 3M for more information.

15.4. International Regulations

Contact 3M for more information.

This SDS has been prepared to meet the U.S. OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.

SECTION 16: Other information

NFPA Hazard Classification
Health: 0 Flammability: 1 Instability: 0 Special Hazards: None

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) hazard ratings are designed for use by emergency response personnel to address
the hazards that are presented by short-term, acute exposure to a material under conditions of fire, spill, or similar
emergencies. Hazard ratings are primarily based on the inherent physical and toxic properties of the material but also include
the toxic properties of combustion or decomposition products that are known to be generated in significant quantities.

Document Group: 28-7883-3 Version Number: 3.05

Issue Date: 07/14/14 Supercedes Date: 03/24/14

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