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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA While in normal usage form, this material does not meet or exceed requirements to be classified as a hazardous chemical in accordance with the GHS aligned OSHA Hazardous Communication Standard 29CFR1910.1200 Appendix A, and Appendix B. However, when subjected to processing methods that increase the material temperature, or result in production of material dusts, certain precautions become necessary. Inhalation: Inhalation of fine particles may cause respiratory irritation. Fumes produced while thermal processing may cause irritation, pulmonary edema and a possible asthma-like response. Skin contact: Contact of powder or fumes with skin may cause mild to more serious irritation that is increased by mechanical rubbing or if skin is dry. Contact with hot or molten material may cause severe thermal burns. Eye contact: Contact of powder or fumes with eye may cause irritation. Contact with hot or molten material may cause severe injury, including possible blindness. Ingestion: Ingestion of this product is unlikely. However, ingestion of product may produce mild gastrointestinal irritation and disturbances.

Environmental hazards

Polyethylene is an essentially biologically inert solid and considered non-toxic. It is stable (does not decompose) in landfills or in aquatic systems.