Nordox 86 % WG

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Other physicochemical hazards

Not flammable Not explosive

Environmental hazards

Copper is a necessary trace element and stimulates plant growth and yield on copper deficient soil. Copper is an integral part of various oxidizing enzymes, and several animal diseases may occur if the diet is deficient in copper. Copper is a necessary trace element and stimulates plant growth and yield on copper deficient soil. Copper is an integral part of various oxidizing enzymes, and several animal diseases may occur if the diet is deficient in copper.

Health hazards

Cuprous oxide is classified as harmful, but is not considered a dangerous material for working. (Ulmann Encyclopedia, Band 15, page 560 (1978)). It may cause “metallic fever” after inhalation of dust in the same way as other metal dusts. Skin irritation: Non-irritant Eye irritation: Positive irritant 1. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS: Cuprous oxide is classified as harmful, but is not considered a dangerous material for working. (Ulmann Encyclopedia, Band 15, page 560 (1978)). It may cause “metallic fever” after inhalation of dust in the same way as other metal dusts. Skin: Non-irritant Eyes: Positive irritant 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS /PERSONAL PROTECTION: Inhalation: Wear dust mask Eyes: Safety goggles Engineering measures: Take precautionary measures against static discharges Hygienic measures: When using, do not eat, drink or smoke. Occupational exposure limits: Not classified Personal protective equipment: Wear rubber gloves

Appearance/Odor

Red-brown Granules None Density @ 20 ºC: Bulk = 1.57 kg/l Packing = 1.62 kg/l Viscosity @ 20 ºC: Not applicable Flashpoint: Not applicable Stability @ 54 ºC after 14 days: Stable for two years. Melting point: 1235oC (a.i.) Boiling point: Decompose at 1800 oC (a.i.) pH range (1% solution): 7,0 – 8,5 Solubility in water: Insoluble Vapour pressure: Not applicable Specific gravity: 6.0 kg/l Lower explosion limit: Non explosive Upper explosion limit: Non explosive 2. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD: Flash Point: Not applicable Auto ignition Temperature: Non explosive Special fire fighting procedures: Non-flammable product 3. REACTIVITY DATA: Stability: Stable under normal conditions Conditions to avoid: High humidity Hazardous decomposition products: None 4. WARNINGS: Store away from food and feedstuffs Keep under lock and key. Keep out of reach of children, uninformed persons and animals. Harmful if swallowed, by contact or inhalation.

Acute Health Hazards

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