COBALT BASED ALLOYS

Hazard statements (CLP)

H317, H334, H351, H372

Code

Statements

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

Potential health effects

The following statements summarize the health effects generally expected in cases of overexposures. User specific situations should be assessed by a qualified individual. Additional health information can be found in Section 11. The health effects listed below are not likely to occur unless processing of this product generates dusts or fumes.

Physical hazards

Not classified

Health hazards

Sensitization, respiratory Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 1 (respiratory tract) exposure

Environmental hazards

Not classified Authority defined hazards Combustible dust

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of causing cancer. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. May form combustible dust concentrations in air.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace.

Response

IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center/doctor. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice/attention Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

Store in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known. classified (HNOC)

Additional information

Dust and fume from processing: Can cause irritation of the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Non-combustible as supplied. Dust and fines from processing may be ignitable. Contact of molten metal with water or moisture can result in a rapid generation of steam which may produce a violent splattering of molten metal. Explosion/fire hazards may be present when: • Heavily concentrated dust clouds are dispersed in the air.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This product is considered hazardous under 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication). Potential health effects The following statements summarize the health effects generally expected in cases of overexposures. User specific situations should be assessed by a qualified individual. Additional health information can be found in Section 11. The health effects listed below are not likely to occur unless processing of this product generates dusts or fumes. Physical hazards Not classified. Health hazards Sensitization, respiratory Category 1 Sensitization, skin Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 1 (respiratory tract) exposure Environmental hazards Not classified. Authority defined hazards Combustible dust