LCS OPTIROC PTE LTD

66A Sungei Kadut Street 1 Singapore 729368

Tel : 63680883 Fax : 63686636
Website: www.lcs-optiroc.com Co. Reg No. : 200403213R

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name
Product Description
Company Identification

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OPTIROC FLOOR SCREED

OPTIROC FLOOR SCREED
This product is marketed by:
LCS Optiroc Pte Ltd
66A Sungei Kadut Street 1 Singapore 729368
Tel : 63680883 Fax : 63686636
Website : www.lcs-optiroc.com

Use

This product is used in the construction industry as a floor screed. For more specific information on
the use of this product, refer to the product data sheet.

2. INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
This preparation is a cementitious mix based on Portland cement, sand and other minerals. The precise formulation is confidential
information.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
The product does not contain any substances classified as hazardous under current regulations.
4. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Inorganic powder, will not burn or support combustion. Compatible with all standard fire fighting techniques. No special procedures required.
5. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion

Do not induce vomiting. Wash mouth out with water. Give half pint (300mls) water to drink and
seek precautionary medical advice.

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air and rest. In the event of respiratory difficulties, apply standard first aid
techniques as appropriate to the condition of the patient and get immediate medical attention.

Skin

Wash with plenty of water. Seek medical advice if any irritation persists.

Eyes

Wash out immediately with plenty of water or normal saline solution and obtain medical advice at
once.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Contain spillage. Take precautions against excessive dust exposure (use approved respiratory protection), shovel into bags or other suitable
containers. Small spillages may be washed to drain with plenty of water. Spillages which become damp will set and harden. Clean up
spillages promptly.
7. EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Engineering Controls

General or local ventilation as necessary to prevent any excessive dust exposure.

Personal Protection

Although not classed as dangerous these preparations should be handled in accordance with good
industrial hygiene and safety practices. The following good practice precautions are
recommended.
Wear suitable overalls.
Wear suitable gloves and eye protection.
No eating, drinking or smoking in the workplace.
Wash off splashed as soon as possible.
Avoid inhalation of dust.
Wear suitable respiratory protective equipment if working in confined spaces with inadequate
ventilation. Advice on respiratory protective equipment is given in British Standard BS 2091 and
BS 4275 and the HSE publication HS (G) 53.

8. STORAGE AND HANDLING

No special conditions.
Store in a dry place.

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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance
Odour
pH
Viscosity
Freezing point
Boiling point
Melting point
Flash point
Auto flammability
Explosive Limits
Vapour pressure
Relative density
Solubility
Partition Coeff
Vapour Density

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Grey Powder
None
Not determined
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not determined
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not determined
Insoluble
Not determined
Not applicable

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures when kept dry. When wet sets to a hard lump with evolution of small
amounts of heat.

Materials and Conditions

to avoid

None known

Hazardous Decomposition
Products

None known in normal applications.

11. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Not biodegradable. Long term ecological effect as for any cement or concrete product.
12. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
This preparation is not classified as special waste under the Singapore Control of pollution. Regulations and can be disposed of by landfall
at an approved site. Consult local regulations before disposal.
13. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ingestion

No specific data available. Not regarded as harmful by ingestion. Unlikely to be any serious ill
effects. May caused minor upset or irritation to the digestive system.

Inhalation

Inhalation of quartz (crystalline silica) over long periods can cause silicosis. IARC have reported
sufficient evidence for the carcinogenity of crystalline sillicas in animals and limited evidence in
humans. Dust arising from this preparation is not likely to cause significant disease or toxic effect if
exposure is kept under reasonable control.

Skin Contact

Prolonged contact may cause irritation especially if wet.

Eye Contact

Will cause discomfort and irritation.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

No special packaging requirements. Not classified as dangerous goods under the United Nations Transport Recommendations.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Not classified as dangerous under current regulation.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
The information provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge at the date o publication. It is intended as
a guide to safe handling, storage and use in known applications in the construction industry, but it is not a specification or guarantee of
specific properties, and no liability can be accepted for any loss, injury of damage resulting from its use.

Copyright 2005.LCS.All rights reserved

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