Safety Data SheetChemical Risk Assessment

Kaolin

Name: Kaolin
Brand: H.C. Spinks Clay Company

by H.C. Spinks Clay Company

SDS · PDF, approx. 220 KB CRA · PDF, approx. 180 KB

Kaolin is supplied by H.C. Spinks Clay Company. This page provides both the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and the Chemical Risk Assessment (CRA) for this substance, under OSHA regulations for UK workplace use under COSHH. The full SDS and CRA documents are available to download above.

This SDS was last revised on 2 February 2018. The matching CRA is updated in line with SDS revisions. Workplaces handling this substance should retain a current SDS and risk assessment for the duration of use.

Language: English
Regulation: OSHA
Revision Date: 02 Feb 2018
Signal Word: DANGER
Product Code: —
CAS Number: 1332-58-7,14808-60-7

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Hazards at a GlanceFrom the Safety Data Sheet

Signal Word: DANGER

GHS07Harmful / irritant

GHS08Health hazard

Hazard Statements (H-phrases)

H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H350: May cause cancer.

Need the full hazard breakdown? Precautionary statements, first aid, physical properties and exposure controls are in the full SDS PDF.

Common QuestionsAbout this Safety Data Sheet

Chemical Risk Assessment SummaryFrom the Chemical Risk Assessment

Assessment Summary

This Chemical Risk Assessment is derived from the Safety Data Sheet for Kaolin issued by H.C. Spinks Clay Company on 2 February 2018 It presents the substance's hazards organised by risk level, with the relevant regulatory statements and recommended controls for each. These hazards are rated across two levels: High and Low Risk, based on the hazard classifications in the SDS.

Hazard PreviewA snapshot of substance hazards and controls

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H350: May cause cancer

P201 Obtain special instructions before use

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and un-derstood.

P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P405 Store locked up

P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Rating Before Controls

HIGH RISK

H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

Rating Before Controls

LOW RISK

H335: May cause respiratory irritation

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

P405 Store locked up

P501 Dispose of contents/container to correct disposal area.

P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell

1 other control in place

Note: This is a preview of the substance's hazards. A substance commonly carries more hazards. Download the full Chemical Risk Assessment for more information.

Recommended Control MeasuresKey PPE and handling controls

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Common QuestionsAbout this Risk Assessment

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