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MSDS 270C,  Page 2 of 2
FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes:
Flush with plenty of water while holding the eyelids apart.  Avoid rubbing the eyes; this can
cause mechanical abrasion.  Call a physician if symptoms occur.
Skin:
Wash with soap and water.  Seek medical attention if any effects persist.  Launder clothing
before reuse.
Inhalation:
No ill effects expected.  Should discomfort occur, move to fresh air.
Ingestion:
Not a likely route of exposure.
Other:
Referral to a physician is recommended if there is any question about the seriousness of the
injury/exposure.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Engineering controls:
General (natural or mechanically induced fresh air movements).
Eye protection:
Safety goggles recommended to prevent fibers / particulates from irritating the eyes.
Skin protection:
Cloth gloves and long sleeves are recommended to protect from irritating fibers.
Respiratory protection:
None normally required.
Other:
No additional measures are normally required.
Handling procedures and
equipment:
Fibrous dust is hazardous; avoid generating or breathing dust.  Local exhaust may be required
to control dusts if power tools are used for cutting or trimming.  Wear appropriate personal
protective equipment.
Storage requirements:
Store away from moisture; keep dry.
Spill, leak or release:
Not applicable.
Waste disposal:
Consult with regulatory agencies or your corporate personnel for disposal methods that comply
with local, provincial, and federal safety, health and environmental regulations.
Special shipping instructions:
None known.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS classification:
D2A, D2B
HMIS codes:
Health 1,  Flammability 0,  Reactivity 0,  PPE B
TDG shipping name:
Not regulated.
PREPARATION INFORMATION / CONTACTS
Prepared by:
Hilti, Inc., Tulsa, OK
USA
Date of Preparation:
April 8,2008
Emergency phone
number:
1 800 424 9300
Customer Service:
Hilti (Canada) Corporation, Mississauga, Ontario;  1 800 363 4458
Health / Safety contacts:
Hilti, Inc., Tulsa, OK USA; 1 800 879 6000,  Jerry Metcalf  (x6704)
Abbreviations used:
N/E = None Established.  N/A = Not Applicable.  N/Av = Not Available. H = Hours. HMIS:
Hazardous Materials Identification System.  w/w weight/weight
The information and recommendations contained herein are based upon data believed to be correct; however, no guarantee or
warranty of any kind expressed or implied is made with respect to the information provided.