Marble, granite, quartzite, travertine, limestone and slate are quarried products. Stones are a natural honed or polished rock,not factory-made or fired. No two pieces are alike and there are inherent variances in all stone. These characteristics may becolor and shade variations, irregular markings, voids, pitting, veins, and differences in density causing sheen variations. It is astandard practice to repair some of these variations by one or more of the following methods; waxing, grinding or filling. Due tonormal wear, cracks and voids may appear; these can be readily repaired using floor grout and/or epoxy. All of these variationsand characteristics are common and present, to some degree. However, these characteristics are part of the natural beauty ofthe stone and will not impair the function or wearing qualities of the material. To avoid damage caused by tracked-in dirt, placefloor mats inside and outside of exterior entryways. Sweep or vacuum regularly to prevent loose dirt from abrading your floor.Tracked-in dirt is abrasive and can mar the flooring surface.

A regular maintenance regimen will help your natural stone be more resistant to scratching and wear. Natural stone, especially polished stone, is sensitive to harsh chemicals. We recommend wiping or mopping stone surfaces with warm water or a pH- balanced neutral cleaner. Rinse the surface thoroughly after washing and dry with a soft cloth. Change the rinse water frequently. Do not use scouring powders or creams; these products contain abrasives that may scratch the surface. Do not use vinegar or any cleaners containing acids or strong alkaline agents. Whether a stone product is sealed or unsealed, all spills must be cleaned up immediately to avoid possible staining and acid burns from citrus juices or acidic liquids. Acid-based foods, such as citrus or tomatoes, can etch into the polish of more delicate stones, such as marble. Do not place hot items, such as pots and pans, on any stone. As a safety precaution, use coasters on countertops. To prevent alkaline and soap-scum buildup, use squeegees in shower areas. Other large surfaces, such as flooring, are best cared for by a licensed maintenance company to protect the natural stone.

A quality impregnating sealer penetrates stone, allows the stone to breathe and permits more of the stone’s natural beauty to shine through. Unsealed stone is more susceptible to absorbing moisture, dirt and cleaning chemicals. Most licensed fabricators strongly recommend that a penetrating sealer be applied soon after installation of slabs.

Easy Stones makes no recommendation for, or against applications to seal. Each job is unique and custom not only to the product selected, but to the application as well. The buyer should discuss with the contractor/builder the necessity of sealing. An aftermarket service and maintenance program is best administered by a licensed stone restoration company.

Easy Stones carries a complete line of cleaning and sealing products. Find the nearest Easy Stones location for more information.

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1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

This document has been prepared in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazard Communication standard, 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.1200(g), Safety Data Sheets.

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Natural Stone products are mixtures of naturally occurring minerals that are mined. The finished products are odorless, stable, nonflammable, and pose no immediate hazard to health. Fabrication and processing of natural stone, (i.e. cutting, sawing, grinding, breaking, crushing, drilling, sanding or sculpting) will generate dust that can expose you to crystalline silica (quartz). Unprotected and uncontrolled exposure to such dust is dangerous to health and can cause severe illness such a silicosis, lung cancer, fibrosis of the lungs, tuberculosis, kidney disease, abrasions of the cornea and irritation of the skin and eyes. Quartz products are not hazardous as shipped and used by the end user.

Emergency Overview: Danger! Lung injury and Cancer Hazard

GHS Classification (Global Harmonized Standard Classification):

GHS Label, Hazards and Precautionary Statements

Label Signal Word: Danger

Hazard Statements:

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (CONT)

Precautionary Statements:

Potential Health Effects:

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Natural Stone products are composed of Quartz, Feldspar and other naturally-occurring minerals and are fabricated into various shapes, sizes. These products do not contain asbestos. Under normal conditions these products do not release hazardous materials after installation and are not considered hazardous waste should disposal be necessary.

Composition	Cas#	Estimated % by Wt
Limestone	CAS: 1317-65-3	0-100%
Crystalline Silica as Quartz	CAS: 14808-60-7	0-72%
Feldspar	CAS: 68476-25-5	0-15%
Biotite	CAS: 12001-26-2	0-5%
Iron Oxide	CAS: 1345-25-1	0-2%

The presence and percentage will vary depending on specific stone variety. Under normal conditions these products do not release hazardous materials after installation and are not considered hazardous waste should disposal be necessary.

RED LIST FREE

Materials (as detailed on the International Living Future Institute website) The Red List - International Living Future Institute (livingfuture.org) as of January 1, 2022, are NOT intentionally added, or part of the manufacturing process.

FIRST AID MEASURES

Have emergency eyewash station available in area where products are cut.

4. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES AND INFORMATION

Flash Point (Method Used):	Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature:	Not applicable
Flammable Limits (% by Volume in Air):	LEL - not applicable
Flammable Limits (% by Volume in Air):	UEL - not applicable
Fire Extinguishing Media:	None required, Non-flammabl
Special Fire Fighting Procedures	None required
Fire and Explosion Hazards:	None

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Avoid creating excessive dust. Clean up dust with a vacuum system with a High-efficiency particulate (HEPA) air filter vacuum or damp sweeping. See Section 8 of this SDS concerning PPE information for clean-up.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

When cutting, grinding or removing, use equipment with integral dust collection and/or use local exhaust ventilation. Use wet cutting methods to reduce generation of dust. Use respiratory protection in the absence of effective engineering controls.

Do not store near acids. Shelf life is unlimited

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 Exposure Table –

Composition OSHA NIOSH ACGIH Units PEL IDLH TLV*

Crystalline Silica as Quartz 10 0.05 0.025 mg/m3 -Respirable Fraction %SiO2+2       -Total Dust 30 N.E. N.E. mg/m3   %SiO2+2

Limestone - Respirable Fraction 5 5 5 mg/m3 -Total Dust 15 10 10 mg/m3

Feldspar - Respirable Fraction N.E N.E N.E mg/m3 -Total Dust 15 N.E N.E mg/m3

Biotite - Respirable Fraction 5 15 3 mg/m3 -Total Dust 15 N.E N.E mg/m3

Iron Oxide - Respirable Fraction 10 5 5 mg/m3

Abbreviations:

N.E.= Not Established, TWA= Time-Weighted Average, AGCIH=American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, OSHA= Occupational Safety and Health Administration, NIOSH = National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health

8.2 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Ventilation: Use adequate ventilation to keep exposure to dust below recommended exposure levels. Avoid inhalation of dust. The highest probability of silica exposure occurs during fabrication and installation using dry cutting methods or during removal of installed naturalstone. Wet cutting methods are recommended.

Respiratory Protection: Use of a properly fitted NIOSH/MSHA approved particulate respirator is recommended when cutting natural stone products for installation or during the removal of installed product.

REye Protection: Use dust-proof goggles or safety glasses with side shields. Contact lenses may absorb irritants. Do not wear contact lenses in work areas.

Skin Protection: Cotton or leather work gloves should be worn when cutting this product to minimize skin exposure to dust and/or cuts. Wash hands prior to eating, drinking, or smoking, and at the end of the work shift, after cutting operations are conducted.

NOTE: Personal protection information in Section 8 is based on general information for normal uses and conditions. Where special or unusual uses or conditions exist, it is suggested that the assistance of an industrial hygienist or other qualified professional be obtained.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance:	Brittle solid; color will vary
Odor:	Odorless
Melting Point:	Not Available (>1000 0F)
Boiling Point:	Not applicable
Vapor Pressure:	Not applicable
Vapor Density (Air = 1):	Not applicable
Solubility in Water: :	Insoluble
Specific Gravity (H2) = 1):	1.6 -2.6
Percent Volatile by Volume:	Not applicable
Evaporation Rate (Ethyl Ether = 1):	Not applicable
Viscosity:	Not applicable

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability:	Stable in current form
Conditions to Avoid:	Avoid contact with acids (e.g., Hydrochloric, acetic, hydrofluoric, etc.)
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid):	Avoid contact with acids (e.g., Hydrochloric, acetic, hydrofluoric, etc.)
Hazardous Polymerization:	Will not occur
Hazardous Decomposition Products:	None

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Potential Health Effects

Primary Routes of Exposure

None for intact naturalstone products. Inhalation and potential exposure to eyes, hands, or other body parts if contact is made with broken tile, and/or during procedures involving the cutting of products, and/or for operations involving the removal of installed products.

Acute Effects

No acute effectsfrom exposure to intact naturalstone products are known. Working with broken or cut naturalstone produces a potential for cuts to the hands and exposed body parts. Acute effects such as eye irritation may occur if associated with high dust operations such as dry cutting or during the removal of installed product. In very rare cases, symptoms of acute silicosis, a form of silicosis (a nodular pulmonary fibrosis) associated with exposure to respirable crystalline silica, may develop following acute exposure to extremely dusty environments caused by generation of naturalstone dust. Signs such as labored breathing and early fatigue may indicate silicosis; however, these same symptoms can arise from many other causes.

Chronic Effects

No chronic effects are known for exposure to intact naturalstone products. Long-term, continual exposure to respirable crystalline silica at or above established permissible occupational exposure limits may lead to the development of silicosis, a nodular pulmonary fibrosis (NPF). NPFs are also associated with pulmonary tuberculosis, bronchitis, emphysema, and other airway diseases. This type of chronic exposure to silica dust may also result in the development of autoimmune disorders, chronic renal disease, and other adverse health effects. Recent epidemiologic studies demonstrate that workers exposed to elevated silica concentrations have a significant risk of developing chronic silicosis. Signs such as labored breathing and early fatigue may indicate silicosis; however, these same symptoms can also arise from many other causes.

Potential Adverse Interactions

Silicosis may be complicated by severe mycobacterial or fungal infections and result in tuberculosis (TB). Epidemiologic studies have established that silicosis is a risk factor for developing TB. Any existing respiratory or pulmonary diseases may be complicated by exposure to respirable crystalline silica. Smoking may increase the risk of adverse effects if done in conjunction with occupational exposure to silica dust at or above permissible exposure limits.

Carcinogen Status

Respirable crystalline silica is classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IRAC) as a Group I Carcinogen (carcinogenic to humans). The National Toxicology Program (9th Report) lists respirable crystalline silica as “Known to be a Human Carcinogen”. USDOL/OSHA and NIOSH have recommended that crystalline silica be considered a potential occupational carcinogen.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No information available.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste should be disposed of in a landfill certified to accept such materials in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

D.O.T Shipping Name:	Not applicable
Hazard Class:	Non-regulated (for disposal purposes material is non-hazardous Class III regulated material)
ID Number:	Not applicable
Marking:	Not applicable
Label:	None
Placard:	None
Hazardous Substance/RQ:	Not applicable
Shipping Description:	Natural Stone Tile & Slabs
Packaging References:	None

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

This product and/or its components have been previously introduced into U.S. commerce and is listed in the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory of Chemicals in Commerce. Hence, it is subject to all applicable provisions and restrictions under TSCA 40 CFR Section 721 and 723.250.

Title 22 Division 2, California Code of Regulation Chapter 3 (Proposition 65): This product contains a chemical or chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm.

This product or its components meets the following hazard de

	Combustible Liquid		Flammable Aerosol		Oxidizer
	Compressed Gas		Explosive		Pyrophoric
	Flammable Gas	X	Health Hazard (Sections 3 & 11)		Unstable
	Flammable Liquid		Organic Peroxide		Water Reactive
	Flammable Solid

Note: The information in this data sheet provides information related to the potential hazards associated with dusts which may be produced during cutting or otherwise changing the shape of the product during installation and/or removal

16. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hazardous Material Identification System

National Fire Protection Association

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