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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview: Color: Green Black Form: Spheres Odor: Odorless Flash Point, °C: Not Applicable

Most important adverse effects

Overexposure may cause liver and kidney damage, and blood disorders. Prolonged or repeated exposure to dust may cause pulmonary problems. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Harmful if swallowed. May cause pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Potential health effects

Inhalation: Exposure to dust particles generated from this material may cause irritation of the respiratory tract. May result in symptoms similar to those of the common cold. Prolonged or excessive exposure may result in Copper poisoning. Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Copper poisoning can result in hemolytic anemia and kidney, liver and spleen damage. Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation. May cause a rash and itching of the skin. Eye Contact: Causes eye irritation. Carcinogenicity: Ingredient Weight in NTP IARC OSHA ACGIH CAS Number Percent (Y/N) (See Notes) (Y/N) (See Notes) (%) Alumina 86 N A4 1344-28-1 Copper Oxide 13 N 1317-38-0 Notes: IARC: Y1=Carcinogenic to humans; Y2A=Probably carcinogenic to humans; Y2B=Possibly carcinogenic to humans; N3=Not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity; N=Not studied or probably not carcinogenic. ACGIH: A1=Confirmed human carcinogen; A2=Suspected human carcinogen; A3=Confirmed animal carcinogen; A4=Not classifiable as a human carcinogen; A5=Not suspected as a human carcinogen; N=Not studied.

Health hazards

May affect the blood and blood system. Prolonged or repeated exposure to dust may cause pulmonary problems. Refer to Potential Health Effects. May cause liver and kidney damage.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Dermal ailments. Pulmonary disorders. Kidney disorders. Liver disorders Individuals with Wilson's Disease are at increased risk of Copper poisoning. Blood disorders.