Name: Silica Sand
Brand: Kolkata Chemical
Availability: InStock

Silica Sand SiO2 is quartz Hard mineral, SiO2 grades at a 7 out of 10 on Mohs hardness scale making suitable for abrasive blasting sands. And Silica Sand chemically inert and relatively hard mineral making it ideal for use as filtration media.

Application

Silica sand is commonly used as a mineral abrasive for industrial blasting. Though blasting with silica sand can create dangerous dust, exposure is easily avoided by following recommended PPE (personal protective equipment) guidelines and/or by coating the sand with solutions designed to control dust.

Dose

Silica quartz is often white or colourless, it can come in a wide range of shades. The colour of each sand deposit depends largely on the variety of minerals and rock detritus that make up the resource.

Technical specifications

Note

Most common uses for silica sand :

Golf courses & sports fields

Industrial abrasives

Filtration media

Glassmaking

Paints & coatings

Ceramics

Construction materials

Remarks / Precaution

Silica sand most commonly used in water filtration, whether processing well water or filtering your tap water. Because of its uniform shape and size, silica sand is an effective filtration bed that consistently removes contaminants from water. Also, it does not degrade when exposed to acidic chemicals.

Silica Sand for Glassmaking : Silica sand is a major ingredient in the production of glassmaking

Silica Sand for Paints & Coatings : Silica sand is used in paints and coatings to improve the overall look and durability of the paint

Silica Sand for Ceramics & Refractories : Silica is an important component in the construction and glazing of all types of ceramics including tableware, floor tiles, wall tiles, and more. Silica serves as the structural backbone of ceramic products helping to regulate expansion and shrinkage, ensuring ceramics dry properly, and improving the overall durability of the ceramic items.

Silica Sand for Construction Materials :

Silica sand used in a number of construction products. Flooring, mortars, cement, roofing shingles, asphalt, and other industrial materials all use silica to improve durability and structural integrity. As silica is resistant to weather, wear and corrosion, it is often used as a caulk or sealant.

Golf Courses & Sports Fields : Silica sand is used for bunkers and greens on golf courses.

MSDS

Product Name	Silica Sand
Product Type	RXSOL-81-8119-025

Company Details:

RX MARINE INTERNATIONAL
105, A wing , BSEL , TECH PARK.
VASHI ,NEW BOMBAY 400703 INDIA

STOCK POINT : MUMBAI, Kandla, Chennai, Vizag, Kolkata, Fujairah

Phone	+91 22 65113333 / 5555 / 9999
Fax	+91 22 2781 1318 :::AOH :0091 9821214367
Email	mail@rxmarine.com

Name	CAS#	% by Weight
Crystalline Silica (quartz)	14808-60-7	99.0 – 99.9
Aluminum Oxide	1344-28-1	1.0
Iron Oxide	1309-37-1	0.1
Titanium Oxide	13463-67-7	0.1

Inhalation:	:- Silicosis: The prolonged repeated inhalation of respirable crystalline silica can cause silicosis, a fibrosis (scarring) of the lungs. Silicosis may be progressive; it may lead to disability and death. :- Lung Cancer: Crystalline silica is classified as carcinogenic to humans. :- Tuberculosis: Silicosis increases the risk of tuberculosis. :- Autoimmune and Chronic Kidney Diseases: Some studies show excess numbers of cases of scleroderma, connective tissue disorders, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic kidney diseases and end-stage kidney disease in workers exposed to respirable crystalline silica. :- Non-Malignant Respiratory Diseases (other than silicosis): Some studies show an increased incidence in chronic bronchitis and emphysema in workers exposed to respirable crystalline silica.
Ingestion	Not applicable.
Skin contact	Not applicable.
Eye contact:	Crystalline silica (sand or ground silica) may cause abrasion of the cornea.

Eye Contact	Wash immediately with plenty of water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Skin Contact	Not applicable
Inhalation	No specific first-aid is necessary since the adverse health effects associated with inhalation of respirable crystalline silica result from chronic exposures. If there is a gross inhalation of crystalline silica, remove the person immediately to fresh air, give artificial respiration as needed, seek medical attention as needed.
Ingestion	Not applicable

Extinguishing Media :	Product is not flammable, combustible or explosive. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures	: Not applicable

Personal precautions:

Avoid generating dust. If the concentration of respirable silica dust exceeds the OSHA PEL or other applicable limit (if lower than the PEL), wear respirator specified in Section 8 of this Safety Data Sheet.

Environmental precautions:

No specific precautions. Discard any product, residue, disposable container or liner in compliance with regulatory requirements. Methods for

cleaning up: Avoid dry sweeping. Do not use compressed air to clean spilled sand or ground silica. Use water spraying/flushing or ventilated

or HEPA filtered vacuum cleaning system. Dispose of in closed containers.

Handling

Avoid generating dust. Do not breathe dust. Do not rely on your sight to determine if dust is in the air. Respirable crystalline silica dust may be in the air without a visible dust cloud.

Use adequate exhaust ventilation and dust collection. Maintain and test ventilation and dust collection equipment. Use all available work practices to control dust exposures, such as water sprays. Practice good housekeeping. Do not permit dust to collect on walls, floors, sills, ledges, machinery, or equipment. Keep airborne dust concentrations below permissible exposure limits.

Storage

Use dust collection to trap dust produced during loading and unloading. Keep containers closedand store bags to avoid accidental tearing, breaking, or bursting.

Engineering Controls	Ventilation must be adequate to maintain the crystalline silica concentrations in the workplace air below the exposure limit(s) outlined in Section 8.3.1 of this Safety Data Sheet.
Respiratory Protection	In case of exposure to dust, and in any case if such exposure is above regulatory limits (see above), wear a personal respirator as outlined in Section 8.2 above.
Eye / Face Protection	If eye contact while using product may be anticipated, wear appropriate safety glasses with side shields or chemical goggles [as described by European Standard EN 166].
Skin Protection	Maintain good industrial hygiene. Protection recommended for workers suffering from dermatitis or sensitive skin.

Physical State	White or tan sand: granular, crushed or ground to a powder.
Odor	None
pH	6 - 8
Specific Gravity	2.65 g/cc
Melting Point	3110°F/1710°C
Freezing Point	Not Applicable
Boiling Point	4046°F/2230°C
Flashpoint	Not Applicable
Flammability	Not Applicable
Explosive properties	Not Applicable
Oxidizing properties	contact with powerful oxidizing agents such as fluorine, chlorine trifluoride, and oxygen difluoride may cause fires.
Vapor Pressure	None
Relative Density	Not Applicable
Solubility	Silica will dissolve in hydrofluoric acid and produce a corrosive gas, silicon tetrafluoride
Water Solubility	Insoluble
Percent Volatiles by Volume	Not Applicable
Viscosity	Not Applicable

Chemical Stability	Stable
Conditions to Avoid	Contact with powerful oxidizing agents such as fluorine, chlorine trifluoride, and oxygen difluoride may cause fires.
Materials / Chemicals to Be Avoided	Contact with powerful oxidizing agents, such as fluorine, chlorine trifluoride and oxygen difluoride, may cause fires.
Hazardous Decomposition Products	Will not occur
Hazardous Polymerization	Will not occur

Inhalation:	a. Silicosis: The prolonged repeated inhalation of respirable crystalline silica can cause silicosis, a fibrosis (scarring) of the lungs. Silicosis may be progressive; it may lead to disability and death. b. Lung Cancer: Crystalline silica is classified as carcinogenic to humans. c. Tuberculosis: Silicosis increases the risk of tuberculosis. d. Autoimmune and Chronic Kidney Diseases: Some studies show excess numbers of cases of scleroderma, connective tissue disorders, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic kidney diseases and end-stage kidney disease in workers exposed to respirable crystalline silica. e. Non-Malignant Respiratory Diseases (other than silicosis): Some studies show an increased incidence in chronic bronchitis and emphysema in workers exposed to respirable crystalline silica.
Ingestion	Not applicable.
Skin contact	Not applicable.
Eye contact:	Crystalline silica (sand or ground silica) may cause abrasion of the cornea.

Ecotoxicological Information

Crystalline silica (quartz) is not known to be ecotoxic; i.e., no data suggests that crystalline silica (quartz) is toxic to birds, fish, invertebrates, microorganisms or plants.

Waste Disposal Method	Discard any product, residue, disposable container or liner in full compliance with national regulations.
Container Handling and Disposal	Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with national regulations.

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