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Date of Issue: May 2005

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Not classified as hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia

Consolidated Rutile Limited 1/58 Metroplex Avenue Murarrie QLD AUSTRALIA 4172 Ph: 61 (0) 7 3909 4500 Fax: 61 (0) 7 3909 4501

IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: CruzorTM Rutile Sand

DESCRIPTION: Dark Brown to Black sands. Both odourless and tasteless.

SYNONYMS: Rutile, Titanium dioxide

USES:

Raw material for manufacture of titanium dioxide pigments, titanium metal, and welding rod electrodes.

PHYSICAL COMPOSITION:

Rutile Leucoxene Zircon

approx 82% approx 17% approx 1%

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION:

TiO2

ZrO2 Fe2O3 Al2O3

SiO2 V2O5 Nb2O5

Cr3O3 U Th

95.5% 0.90% 0.70% 0.40% 1.10% 0.60% 0.40% 0.25% 50 ppm approx 20 ppm approx

MELTING POINT:

BOILING POINT:

1825ºC

not applicable

SPECIFIC GRAVITY:

BULK DENSITY:

4.2 - 4.3

2400 - 2700 Kg/m3

Note: The information contained herein is to describe the product in terms of occupational health and safety requirements only, and should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing specific properties or as a specification. It is expressly understood that all advice is given and accepted at buyer's risk and that no warranty or guarantee is made as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness. Contact Point: For further information, contact CRL +61 (0) 7 3909 4517, mob +61 (0) 418 718 130

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IDENTIFICATION - (Continued)

VAPOUR PRESSURE:

VAPOUR DENSITY:

FLAMMABILITY:

FLASHPOINT:

none

not applicable

non-flammable

non-flammable

SOLUBILITY:

pH:

insoluble at 20ºC

7.1 - 8.8

LOI: approx 0.20%

HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

Acute

EYE: Particles or dust are a moderate eye irritant due to abrasive action.

INHALATION:

Regarded as a nuisance dust, and can be irritating if inhaled at high concentrations. May cause symptoms such as coughing or sneezing. Australian regulations nominate TLV (TWA) 10mg/m3 as total dust, 5mg/m3 as respirable dust.

SKIN: Low hazard.

INGESTION:

Non toxic, so there are no known hazards caused by accidental ingestion of small amounts as might occur during normal handling. Ingestion of larger quantities might cause irritation of the gastro-intestinal system as result of abrasive action.

Chronic (Prolonged long - term exposure may create these possible health hazards)

RADIATION:

In common with many naturally occurring mineral products, CRL Rutile contains low levels of naturally occurring radioactive elements - principally uranium and thorium. The main radiological hazard from the product is internal exposure to alpha particles given off in small amounts by inhaled dust. Low level gamma radiation from bulk or bagged stockpiles of Rutile may present a lesser, external hazard. Precautions should be taken to avoid inhaling the dust.

FIRST AID PROCEDURES

EYE:

Hold eyelids open and rinse the eye continuously with a gentle stream of clean running water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if any irritation or soreness of the eye persists.

INHALATION:

Remove from exposure and seek fresh air: seek medical attention if any symptoms persist.

SKIN:

Remove clothing and wash off thoroughly with soap and water, but nothing more specific than that. Seek medical attention if any irritation or soreness persists.

INGESTION:

First aid is unlikely to be required but if necessary, rinse mouth out with water ensuring that mouthwash is not swallowed. Seek medical attention as a precautionary measure if large quantities have been ingested.

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PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

FLAMMABILITY: Non-combustible.

VENTILATION: Extraction or make-up air may be required to minimise dust levels.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

Safety glasses or goggles. An approved P1 dust respirator may be required if ventilation is insufficient to minimise airborne dust.

SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION

TRANSPORT:

The material is generally not considered to be a transport hazard. Trucks should be sheeted however, to prevent dispersal of dust when travelling. Washing rather than sweeping should be used to clean bulk transporters. Drivers/cleaners should wear respiratory protection when cleaning. Local exhaust ventilation or filtration plant will minimise dust hazards.

STORAGE: No specific storage requirements, but storage should be dry to ensure quality.

SPILLAGE:

Protective equipment as per "PRECAUTIONS FOR USE" above. Clean up spillage by sweeping or vacuuming taking care to avoid generating dusts. Dampening with water may be appropriate if spillage is to be disposed.

WASTE DISPOSAL: Dispose to landfill.

FIRE EXPLOSION: Non-flammable to beyond its melting point.

EXTINGUISHING: Use whatever protective equipment and extinguishing agents that are appropriate for the primary cause of the fire.

ECOLOGICAL:

The material is unlikely to cause environmental damage if handled, used, and disposed in the approved manner. It is insoluble, and thus unlikely to contaminate water or enter the food chains.

REGULATORY INFORMATION

LABELLING: May be required in the USA if quartz exceeds 0.10%.

RADIOLOGICAL PROTECTION:

The regulations pertaining to radiological protection vary from country to country. It is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that those regulations are met in accordance with his/her country's laws. Some of the regulating bodies are: Australia Federal Dept of the Arts, Sports, Environment, Tourism and Territories State Environmental Protection Authorities State Departments of Mines State Departments of Safety and Health USA Federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission Federal Environmental Protection Authority (ORIA) State Departments of Radiological protection Japan Ministry of International Trade and Industry Science and Technology Agency Ministry of Health and Welfare Ministry of Labour UK Health and Safety Executive