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Bentonite Revision Date 09-Feb-2015 <br /> Carcinogenicity Possible cancer hazard. May cause cancer based on animal data.The table below <br /> indicates whether each agency has listed any ingredient as a carcinogen. <br /> Component CAS-No IARC NTP ACGIH OSHA Mexico <br /> Bentonite 1302-78-9 Not listed Not listed Not listed Not listed Not listed <br /> Mutagenic Effects No information available <br /> Reproductive Effects No information available. <br /> Developmental Effects No information available. <br /> Teratogenicity No information available. <br /> STOT-single exposure Respiratory system <br /> STOT-repeated exposure None known <br /> Aspiration hazard No information available <br /> Symptoms /effects,both acute and Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea: Exposure <br /> delayed through inhalation may result in delayed pulmonary edema,which may be fatal:Symptoms <br /> may include tightness in the chest, flushing, headache, nausea, vomiting, respiratory <br /> depression,weakness, irregular heartbeat, abdominal pain, convulsions, and shock: <br /> Symptoms may be delayed <br /> Endocrine Disruptor Information No information available <br /> Other Adverse Effects See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.The toxicological properties have not <br /> been fully investigated. May be harmful if swallowed. May cause chemical conjunctivitis. <br /> When inhaled as a dust or fume, may cause benign pneumoconiosis. Chronic inhalation <br /> may cause lung <br /> changes, chest pain, breath shortness, and bronichitis. <br /> 12. Ecological information <br /> Ecotoxicity <br /> Do not empty into drains. Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. <br /> Component Freshwater Algae Freshwater Fish Microtox Water Flea <br /> Bentonite Not listed 8.0-19.0 g/L LC50 96 h Not listed Not listed <br /> 19000 m /L LC50 96 h <br /> Persistence and Degradability No information available <br /> Bioaccumulation/Accumulation No information available. <br /> Mobility No information available. <br /> 13. Disposal considerations <br /> Waste Disposal Methods Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a <br /> hazardous waste. Chemical waste generators must also consult local, regional, and <br /> national hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification. <br /> 14. Transport information <br /> DOT Not regulated <br /> TDG Not regulated <br /> IATA Not regulated <br /> IMDG/IMO Not regulated <br /> 15. Regulatory information <br /> International Inventories <br /> Page 5/7 <br />