Product Name: Fng Water-Resistant Silica Gel
Other Names: Silica Gel, Silica, Silicon Dioxide Gel
Recommended Use: Desiccant, moisture absorber in packaging, storage spaces, electronics, pharmaceuticals
Manufacturer: Fng Industrial Chemicals
Emergency Contact Number: 24-hour hotline provided by Fng customer support
Address: Listed on product packaging, customer service portal
Product Code: Identified on label, used for internal reference during shipments
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under typical workplace exposure, but dust may cause irritation
Physical Hazards: Dust generation, abrasive particles
Health Hazards: May cause mild respiratory discomfort if inhaled over periods of direct exposure, can irritate eyes and skin, absolutely non-toxic in normal use
Environmental Hazards: Does not bioaccumulate, poses very low aquatic toxicity, considered environmentally safe under normal usage
Label Elements: Avoid generating dust, use proper workplace hygiene, standard warning for eyes and breathing
Signal Word: Warning (eye and respiratory irritation risk)
Chemical Identity: Silicon dioxide (SiO₂), amorphous form
CAS Number: 112926-00-8
Content: >98% pure silica gel beads or granules
Additives: Minor water repellent, typically less than 2%, proprietary blend, non-toxic
Impurities: Trace metal oxides, below reporting thresholds
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, breathe easy, seek medical attention if irritation doesn’t subside
Skin Contact: Rinse thoroughly with mild soap and water, treat dry feeling with skin lotion if needed
Eye Contact: Flush gently with clean water for several minutes, do not rub eyes, medical attention for persistent irritation
Ingestion: Not toxic, rinse mouth, drink water if any discomfort, seek treatment for sharp granule ingestion
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, or CO₂ for packaging materials, silica gel itself does not burn
Special Hazards: Heated containers might burst, packaging combusts, no toxic gas from gel
Protective Equipment: Full protective clothing, breathing apparatus for heavy smoke environments
Advice for Firefighters: Approach from upwind, cool containers with spray, remove goods from fire zone if safe
Personal Precautions: Wear a dust mask, prevent dust clouds, ventilate area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains or waterways if possible, collect for safe disposal
Clean-up Methods: Use broom and dustpan for beads or granules, vacuum for fine dust, wash area with water after removing bulk material
Containment: Isolate spill area, minimize spread using physical barriers
Handling: Handle with dry hands, avoid direct contact with eyes, use scoop not bare skin when possible, keep container tightly sealed
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry place, away from sources of moisture and direct sunlight, keep container off the floor to prevent dampness
Incompatibilities: Strong acids and bases react with silica, store separately, avoid heat and humidity
Packaging Materials: Use original moisture-proof containers or sealed polybags, avoid mixing with foodstuff containers
Exposure Limits: No exposure limits for amorphous silica in typical environments, refer to local workplace guidelines for particulate matter
Engineering Controls: Provide adequate ventilation, local exhaust for dust-producing operations
Personal Protection: Safety glasses or goggles for eye protection, dust mask or respirator for dusty situations, work gloves for long handling sessions, coveralls if handling bulk
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after use, launder work clothing, don’t eat or drink near product handling areas
Appearance: White or blue beads, sometimes granules or crystals, dry texture
Odor: None, completely odorless
pH: Neutral (6.5–7.5 in aqueous suspension)
Melting Point: Above 1600°C (not reached in normal use)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes at high temperatures)
Flash Point: Not combustible
Solubility: Insoluble in water and most organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Bulk Density: 700–800 kg/m³ (typical for packed product)
Stability: Chemically stable in original form, retains function for years if kept dry
Reactivity: Unreactive with most chemicals at room temperature
Conditions to Avoid: Prolonged exposure to moisture, high humidity environments, acids and alkalis
Incompatible Materials: Hydrofluoric acid, strong bases, strong oxidizers
Decomposition Products: No hazardous decomposition under normal storage or use
Acute Toxicity: Non-toxic by oral or dermal exposure, may cause mild irritation due to abrasiveness
Chronic Effects: Chronic exposure to fine dust can irritate respiratory tract
Carcinogenicity: Amorphous silica not classified as carcinogen, different from crystalline form
Other Health Information: Not known to sensitise skin, no reproductive or developmental toxicity data indicating risks
Aquatic Toxicity: Very low, product remains as inert particles without dissolving
Persistence and Degradability: Stable, will not degrade or create new compounds in soil or water
Bioaccumulation Potential: Does not accumulate in living organisms, passes through environment unchanged
Mobility: Heavy enough to settle out of water, not mobile in soil under normal circumstances
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of as non-hazardous solid waste, suitable for landfill subject to local regulations
Handling Waste Product: Collect in sealed bags or containers for transfer, avoid dust generation
Contaminated Packaging: Thoroughly empty before recycling or discarding, follow local procedures for industrial packaging waste
Recycling: Some industrial facilities accept used silica gel for regeneration and reuse
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Silica Gel, Water-Resistant
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous
Packing Group: Not applicable
Special Precautions: Protect packages from moisture during transit, avoid dropping or impact that could rupture containers
Environmental Hazards: None under normal shipping conditions
Workplace Safety Standards: Complies with OSHA, EU REACH and local workplace safety rules for non-toxic silica
Labeling Requirements: Standard precautionary and identification information, pictograms for dust/eye irritation
Other Directives: Registered under applicable chemical inventories, not subject to special restrictions
TSCA/DSL Status: Listed or compliant
Additional Notes: Meets statutory compositional limits, no restriction for most consumer or industrial uses
