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Timbersil non-toxic pressure-treated lumber
Did they happen to mention how one cuts this "glass filled" lumber and the nature of the dust?
Best guess without an MSDS - silica dust and wood dust. Long-term exposure to silica dust = silicosis.
TimberSIL's MSDS can be downloaded at
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Emergency Overview: Clear amorphous solid matrix; inert and non-irritating, present throughout wood. (Although this information is presented for TimberSil? converted glass matrix, the primary material present in an emergency situation is wood; standard precautions related to wood should also be followed.)
Eye contact: If present as dust, wear safety glasses, otherwise N/A. Skin contact: Non-irritant Inhalation: A suitable respiratory protective device is recommended for high levels of dust, if present, see Section 8, otherwise N/A. Ingestion: N/A. Chronic hazards: No known chronic hazards. Physical hazards: No known physical hazards. NFPA and HMIS ratings (scale 0-4): Health = 1; Fire = 0, Reactivity =
0
- FIRST AID MEASURES: Product is infused into wood, and is innocuous. Follow precautions for wood dust, if present.
After Inhalation: If present as dust and quantities inhaled in excess of section 8, supply fresh air; provide medical attention in case of complaints. Otherwise, N/A. After Eye: If present as dust, flush eyes with plenty of water to remove any solid particles. Otherwise, N/A. After Skin: If present as dust, if desired, brush off or wash off skin. Otherwise, N/A. After Ingestion: N/A
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