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# Microsoft Word - P8 PolySand

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SAFETY DATA SHEET 
(Complies with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200) 
SECTION I: PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION 
Pavestone Companies 
5 Concourse Parkway, Suite 1900 
Atlanta, GA 30328 
Emergency Telephone Number INFOTRACK 800-535-5053 
Information Telephone Number 800-282-5828 
SDS P8 
Product Name: PolySand 
Product Use: Jointing sand for paver installation 
SECTION II - HAZARD IDENTIFICATION 
Hazard-determining components of labeling: Silica, Portland cement 
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture 
Carcinogen – Category 1A 
Skin Corrosion – Category 1B 
Skin Sensitization – Category 1B 
Specific Target Organ Toxicity Repeat Exposure – Category 1 
Specific Target Organ Toxicity: Single Exposure – Category 3 
2.2a Signal word DANGER! 
2.2b Hazard Statements 
May cause cancer through chronic inhalation 
Causes severe skin burns and serious eye damage 
May cause an allergic skin reaction 
Causes damage to lungs through prolonged or repeated inhalation 
May cause respiratory irritation 
2.2c Pictograms 
2.2d Precautionary statements 
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. 

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Wear protective gloves, eye protection, and protective clothing. 
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. 
Wash thoroughly after handling. 
Do not breathe dust. 
If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. 
If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. 
If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if 
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. 
If on skin (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing and wash before re- 
use. Rinse skin or hair with water. 
If significant skin irritation or rash occurs: get medical advice or attention. 
Immediately seek medical advice or attention if symptoms are significant or persist. 
Use in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. 
Dispose of contents/containers in accordance with all regulations. 
2.3 Additional Information Precautions must be observed because burns occur with 
little warning -- little heat is sensed. 
2.3a HNOC – Hazards not otherwise classified: Not applicable 
2.3b Unknown Acute Toxicity : None 
SECTION III - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION 
Hazardous Components CAS No. % by Weight 
Sand, Silica, Quartz 14808-60-7 60-100* 
Portland Cement 65997 15 1 1-5* 
Polymer 25067-01-0 1-5* 
*The concentrations ranges are provided due to batch-to-batch variability. 
None of the constituents of this material are of unknown toxicity. 
SECTION IV – FIRST AID MEASURES 
4.1 Description of the first-aid measures 
General information: 
After inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, administer 
oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. In case of unconsciousness, place 
patient stably in side position for transportation. 
After skin contact: Wash skin with cool water and pH-neutral soap or a mild detergent. 
If significant skin irritation or rash occurs: get medical advice or attention. 
After eye contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact 
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. 

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After swallowing: Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, have the victim drink plenty of 
water and call a physician immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an 
unconscious person. 
4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed 
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Causes damage to organs through 
prolonged or repeated inhalation. This product contains crystalline silica. Prolonged or 
repeated inhalation of respirable silica from this product can cause silicosis. 
Skin contact: Causes skin irritation. Handling can cause dry skin, discomfort, irritation, 
and dermatitis. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Product becomes extremely 
alkaline when exposed to moisture, and can cause alkali burns and affect the mucous 
membranes. Precautions must be observed because burns occur with little warning -- 
little heat is sensed. 
Eye Contact: Causes serious eye damage. Symptoms may include discomfort or pain, 
excess blinking and tear production, with marked redness and swelling of the 
conjunctiva. 
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Ingestion may cause discomfort and/or 
distress, nausea or vomiting. 
4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed : 
Immediately seek medical advice or attention if symptoms are significant or persist. 
SECTION V - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 
5.1 Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable and non-combustible 
5.2 Suitable extinguishing agents: Treat for surrounding material 
5.3 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: None 
5.3a Products of Combustion: None 
5.3b Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Non-explosive in 
presence of shocks 
SECTION VI – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Wear 
personal protective equipment (See section VIII). Keep unprotected persons away. 
6.2 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up: 
Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water. Dispose of unwanted materials 
and containers properly in accordance with all regulations. 

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SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND STORAGE 
7.1 Handling 
Precautions for safe handling: Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace. 
DO NOT BREATHE DUST. In dusty environments, the use of an OSHA, MSHA or 
NIOSH approved respirator and tight fitting goggles is recommended. Wear appropriate 
PPE (See section 8).Do not mix with other chemical products, except as indicated by the 
manufacturer. Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing. Good housekeeping is important 
to prevent accumulation of dust. 
7.2 Storage 
Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: No special requirements. 
Information about storage in one common storage facility: Not required. 
Further information about storage conditions: Keep out of the reach of children. 
Keep container tightly closed and prevent exposure to humidity. Do not allow water to 
contact the product until time of use to preserve product utility. 
SECTION VIII – EXPOSURE CONTROL MEASURES / PERSONAL PROTECTION 
8.1 Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace: 
Hazardous Components CAS No. PEL (OSHA) TLV (ACGIH) 
mg/M 3 mg/M 3 
Silica Sand, crystalline 14808-60-7 0.05 0.025 (resp) 
Portland Cement 65997-15-1 5 (resp) 15 (total) 10 (resp) 
8.2 Exposure Controls 
Use ventilation adequate to keep exposures below recommended exposure limits. 
8.3 General protective and hygienic measures 
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Immediately remove all soiled and 
contaminated clothing. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work. Avoid contact 
with the eyes and skin. 
8.3a Personal protective equipment 
Protection of hands : 
Wear gloves of adequate length to offer appropriate skin protection from splashes. 
Nitrile, Butyl and PVC gloves have been found to offer adequate protection for incidental 
contact. Precautions must be observed because burns occur with little warning -- little 
heat is sensed. 
Eye protection: 
Wear approved eye protection (properly fitted dust- or splash-proof chemical safety 
glasses. 

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Respiratory protection: 
A NIOSH-approved dust mask or filtering face piece is recommended in poorly 
ventilated areas or when permissible exposure limits may be exceeded. Respirators 
should be selected by and used under the direction of a trained health and safety 
professional, following requirements found in OSHA’s respirator standard (29 CFR 
1910.134) and ANSI’s standard for respiratory protection (Z88.2). 
SECTION IX - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS 
General Information 
Appearance Form: Granular Solid 
Color: Gray to gray-brown colored 
Odor: None 
pH-value at 20°C (68 °F): 13 (10%) 
Boiling point/Boiling range: Not applicable 
Flash point: Not applicable 
Auto igniting: Product is not self-igniting 
Vapor pressure at 21°C (70°F) Not available 
Density at 25°C (77 °F): 2.6 to 3.15 
Solubility in / Miscibility with 
Water: Insoluble 
VOC content: 0 g/L VOC 
SECTION X – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY 
10.1 Reactivity 
No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use. 
10.2 Chemical stability 
Stable under normal storage conditions. Keep in dry storage. 
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reaction 
No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use. 
10.4 Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided 
No decomposition if used according to specifications. 
10.5 Incompatible materials 
Contact of silica with powerful oxidizing agents such as fluorine, chlorine trifluoride, 
manganese trioxide, or oxygen difluoride may cause fires 
10.6 Hazardous Decomposition or By-products 
Silica will dissolve in Hydrofluoric Acid and produce a corrosive gas – silicon 
tetrafluoride. 
SECTION XI – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION 
11.1 Exposure Routes: Skin contact, skin adsorption, eye contact, inhalation, or 
ingestion. 
11.2 Symptoms related to physical/chemical/toxicological characteristics: 

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Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Causes damage to organs 
through prolonged or repeated exposure. This product contains crystalline silica. 
Prolonged or repeated inhalation of respirable silica from this product can cause 
silicosis. 
Skin contact: Causes skin irritation. Handling can cause dry skin, discomfort, 
irritation, and dermatitis. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Product 
becomes extremely alkaline when exposed to moisture, and can cause alkali burns 
and affect the mucous membranes. 
Eye Contact: Causes serious eye damage. Symptoms may include discomfort or 
pain, excess blinking and tear production, with marked redness and swelling of 
the conjunctiva. 
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. Ingestion may cause discomfort and/or 
distress, nausea or vomiting. 
11.3 Delayed, immediate and chronic effects of short-term and long-term exposure 
Short Term 
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes severe skin burns. 
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes severe eye damage. 
Respiratory Sensitization: Not available 
Skin Sensitization: May cause an allergic skin reaction. 
Specific Target Organ Toxicity-Single Exposure: (Category 1) Causes respiratory 
irritation. 
Aspiration Hazard: Not available 
Long Term 
Carcinogenicity: May cause cancer through chronic inhalation. 
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not available 
Reproductive Toxicity: Not available 
Specific Target Organ Toxicity- Repeated Exposure: (Category 1) Causes damage 
to lungs through prolonged/repeated exposure 
Synergistic/Antagonistic Effects: Not available. 
SECTION XII – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION 
12.1 Ecotoxicity 
May cause long-term adverse effects to the aquatic environment. Do not allow undiluted 
product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system. 
Must not reach bodies of water or drainage ditch undiluted or un-neutralized 
12.2 Persistence and degradability 
No further relevant information available. 
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential: 

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No further relevant information available. 
12.4 Mobility in soil 
No further relevant information available. 
12.5 Other Adverse Effects 
No further relevant information available. 
SECTION XIII – DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS 
13.1 Waste Disposal Method 
The packaging and material may be land filled; however, material should be covered to 
minimize generation of airborne dust. This product is not classified as a hazardous waste 
under the authority of the RCRA (40CFR 261) or CERCLA (40CFR 117&302). 
Disposal must be made in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. 
13.2 Other disposal considerations 
Uncleaned packaging 
Recommendation: Disposal must be made in accordance with local, state and federal 
regulations. 
Recommended cleansing agent: Water, if necessary with cleansing agents. 
SECTION XIV – TRANSPORT INFORMATION 
DOT (U.S.) TDG 
(Canada) 
UN-Number Not Regulated Not Regulated 
UN proper shipping name Not Regulated Not Regulated 
Transport Hazard Class(es) Not Regulated Not Regulated 
Packing Group (if applicable) Not Regulated Not Regulated 
14.1 Environmental hazards: 
Not Available 
14.2 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of Marpol 73/78 and the IBC Code 
Not available 
14.3 Special precautions for user 
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. 
SECTION XV – OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION 
15.1 Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations/Legislations specific for the 
chemical 
Canada 

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WHMIS Classification: Considered to be a hazardous material under the 
Hazardous Products Act as defined by the Controlled Products Regulations and 
subject to the requirements of Health Canada’s Workplace Hazardous Material 
Information (WHMIS). This document complies with the WHMIS requirements 
of the Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and the CPR. 
15.2 US Federal Information 
SARA 302/311/312/313 Components 
No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA 
Title III, Section 302, 311, 312 or 313. 
RCRA: Crystalline silica (quartz) is not classified as a hazardous waste under the 
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, or its regulations, 40 CFR §261 et seq. 
CERCLA: Crystalline silica (quartz) is not classified as a hazardous substance 
under regulations of the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation 
and Liability Act (CERCLA), 40 CFR §302. 
Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (SARA Title III): 
Crystalline silica (quartz) is not an extremely hazardous substance under Section 
302 and is not a toxic chemical subject to the requirements of Section 313. 
FDA: Silica is included in the list of substances that may be included in coatings 
used in food contact surfaces, 21 CFR §175.300(b)(3)(xxvi). 
NTP: Respirable crystalline silica, primarily quartz dusts occurring in industrial 
and occupational settings, is classified as Known to be a Human Carcinogen. 
OSHA Carcinogen: Crystalline silica (quartz) is not listed. 
15.3 State Right to Know Laws 
California Prop. 65 Components 
WARNING: This product can expose you to crystalline silica which is 
known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to 
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. 
California Inhalation Reference Exposure Level (REL): California established 
a chronic REL of 3 μg for silica (crystalline, respirable). A chronic REL is an 
airborne level of a substance at or below which no adverse health effects are 
anticipated in individuals indefinitely exposed to the substance at that level. 
Massachusetts Toxic Use Reduction Act: Silica, crystalline (respirable size, <10 
microns) is “toxic” for purposes of the Massachusetts Toxic Use Reduction Act. 
15.4 Global Inventories 
DSL All components of this product are on the Canadian DSL list. 
TSCA No.: Crystalline silica (quartz) appears on the EPA TSCA inventory under 
the CAS No. 14808-60-7. All constituents are listed in the TSCA inventory. 

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SECTION XVI – OTHER INFORMATION 
Last Updated: September 26, 2019 
NOTE: The information and recommendations contained herein are based upon data 
believed to be correct. However, no guarantee or warranty of any kind, express or 
implied, is made with respect to the information contained herein. We accept no 
responsibility and disclaim all liability for any harmful effects which may be caused by 
exposure to silica contained in our products. 
Prepared by Pavestone Company 
www.PAVESTONE.com 
End of SDS