Product names: Water Purification Lime, Calim, Building Lime (SANS 523),
Road Lime (SANS 824), iSikhuseli, Decarb Lime, Nature All, Concrim,
Agricultural Hydrated Lime
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
DANGER: HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. CAUSES BURNS TO
SKIN AND EYES. CAUSES SEVERE IRRITATION TO RESPIRATORY TRACT
Skin Contact: Corrosive. May cause severe burns and blistering, depending on
duration of contact.
Eye Contact: Corrosive. May cause severe irritation and pain. May induce
ulcerations of the corneal epithelium. Can cause blindness.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. Give large quantities of water. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician immediately.
Skin Contact: In case of contact, wipe off excess material from skin then
immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Call a physician
immediately.
Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses, immediately flush eyes
with gentle but large stream of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper
eyelids occasionally. Cold water may be used. Call a physician immediately.
Fire Extinguishing Media: Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding
fire.
Ventilation System:
A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee
exposures below the Airborne Exposure Limits. Local exhaust ventilation is
generally preferred because it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its
source, preventing dispersion of it into the general work area.
Skin Protection:
Wear impervious protective clothing, as appropriate, to prevent skin contact.
Eye Protection:
Use chemical safety goggles and/or full face shield where dusting or splashing of
solutions is possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work
area.
Environmental Toxicity:
No information found.
Mine Health and Safety Act, 29 of 1996 prescribes the personal protective equipment to
be worn
SANS 523 (SABS 523) Lime for use in building (Permit number 7380/10943)
SANS 824 (SABS 824) Lime for use in soil stabilization (Permit number 7380/10944)
16. DISCLAIMER
P&B LIME WORKS provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no
representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only
as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained
person using this product. Individuals receiving the information must exercise their
independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose.