Product Name: Flower Dry Silica Gel
Synonyms: Silicon Dioxide, Amorphous Silica, Desiccant Beads
Recommended Use: Preserving flowers, moisture absorption, humidity control in packaging
Manufacturer: Information included on packaging or supplier invoice
Emergency Contact Number: Provided by supplier or local emergency services
Address: Obtain details directly from the product label or shipping documents
Classification: Non-hazardous under normal conditions. Prolonged exposure to dust may cause respiratory irritation.
Pictograms: None required under GHS guidelines.
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: May cause mechanical irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract if dust forms.
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, use personal protection against dust exposure, wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Chemical Name: Silica Gel
Chemical Formula: SiO2 (Amorphous)
Concentration: Above 99% pure silica gel
Other Components: Trace moisture indicators such as methyl violet, cobalt chloride, or phenolphthalein; consult specific product documentation for additives.
CAS Number: 112926-00-8 (Amorphous Silica)
Inhalation: Move to fresh air quickly if dust inhalation occurs. Seek medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Skin Contact: Wash contact area with mild soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing if irritation continues.
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes immediately with clean water for at least 10 minutes. Seek medical care if discomfort or irritation persists.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, drink water afterward, avoid inducing vomiting, and consult medical help for symptoms.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use any common extinguishing agent—water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: No known limitations.
Specific Hazards: Product does not burn or contribute to combustion; dusty atmospheres may form explosive dust clouds under rare conditions.
Firefighter Protection: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Thermal Decomposition Products: None of significance; does not decompose under fire conditions.
Personal Precautions: Avoid generating dust, wear mask and goggles to prevent inhalation or eye exposure.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent granules from entering drains or waterways, sweep up large spills.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Clean spills by sweeping or vacuuming with HEPA filter equipment. Place in closed containers for disposal. Wash area with water to remove residues.
Safe Handling: Use in ventilated areas. Wear gloves and goggles for bulk handling. Prevent creating dust clouds.
Storage Conditions: Store in dry, cool, well-ventilated environments. Keep containers sealed until use.
Unsuitable Storage: Avoid contact with water and humidity. Store away from hydrofluoric acid and strong oxidizers.
Storage Life: Maintains efficacy indefinitely in sealed containers under proper storage.
Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL—80 mg/m³ (Total dust), ACGIH TLV—10 mg/m³ (Inhalable particulate)
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or ventilation to reduce airborne dust.
Personal Protective Equipment: N95 dust mask or respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, protective clothing for bulk use.
Appearance: Translucent to white beads or granules, occasionally colored by indicator dyes
Odor: Odorless
pH (1% solution): Neutral (range 6.5 - 7.5)
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Melting Point: Over 1700°C
Density: About 2.2 g/cm³
Solubility: Insoluble in water
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Partition Coefficient: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not flammable
Chemical Stability: Remains stable under recommended use and storage.
Reactivity: Incompatible with hydrofluoric acid, strong acids, and strong bases.
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid excessive humidity or water, dust generation, and contact with incompatible materials.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None under normal use conditions.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, and eye contact.
Acute Effects: Dust or particulates may irritate eyes, nose, throat, and lungs.
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure to very high dust concentrations may impact lung function.
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a human carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA. Synthetic amorphous silica not associated with silicosis.
LD50 (oral, rat): Over 5000 mg/kg
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Respiratory issues may worsen with dust exposure.
Aquatic Toxicity: No known direct toxicity to aquatic organisms; material is inert in the environment.
Persistence and Degradability: Remains stable, does not degrade or bioaccumulate.
Mobility: Insoluble; particulates settle out in water.
Other Adverse Effects: Mass spills may alter soil texture, but present minimal ecological danger.
Waste Disposal Methods: Place used or excess material in sealed, labeled containers. Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations.
Packaging Disposal: Empty containers can be recycled or disposed of as non-hazardous waste after thorough cleaning.
Special Considerations: Used silica gel may contain hazardous contaminants, handle based on possible absorbed chemicals.
UN Number: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Not controlled under international or local transport regulations.
Packing Group: Not assigned
Label Required: None
Special Transport Precautions: Ensure containers remain sealed and dry, avoid moisture exposure in transit.
OSHA Status: Non-hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.
TSCA Inventory: Listed
REACH Registration: Exempt as a naturally occurring substance
SARA Title III Sections 302/304/311/312/313: Not listed
California Proposition 65: Not listed
WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled
Other Regulatory Statuses: Conforms to EU, US, and local requirements for sale and handling.
