EBP-23SRC2

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification (GHS-US) Emergency Overview

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS-US) Not classified as hazardous.

Signal word

WARNING Spilled pellets pose a slip hazard. Dust accumulation may cause explosions. High temperature processing fumes may be irritating to the eyes, nose, throat, and skin. May contain quartz and carbon black. Quartz dust has caused cancer and lung disease in workers that inhale it over an extended period of time. Animal studies suggest that carbon black may cause lung cancer through inhalation. However, inhalation of quartz or carbon black dust from this product is not deemed likely due to the plastic resin form.

Precautionary statements

Maintain adequate ventilation to prevent accumulation of dust and fumes from processing. Dust created during handling or processing may be mildly irritating to the respiratory system. Keep away from sources of ignition. In solid form, this polymer product is not considered to be a health hazard, although the pellets and the dust generated from them may be mildly irritating to the skin and eyes by mechanical action. If swallowed, polymer may pose possible intestinal obstruction. Irritancy When heated, this polymer may release fumes and/or vapors that are irritating to the eyes, nose, throat, and skin. Overexposure to fumes or vapors may also cause headache, nausea, shortness of breath, and cough.