Tungsten Carbide button for percussive drilling

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This product is considered hazardous according to the criteria set within the US OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200), Canada WHMIS 2015 which includes the amended Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and the Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), and Mexico’s NMX-R-019-SC-2011. Downstream use of this product, results in hazardous elements being emitted under certain processing conditions such as but not limited to: abrading, cutting, welding, sanding, burning, milling or grinding. The classifications given below pertains to when used during these processes. Respiratory Sensitization Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) Category 1

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Hazard statements

May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause cancer Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Physical and Health Hazards Not Otherwise Classified Not applicable.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. • Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. • Use personal protective equipment as required. • In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. • Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. • Wear protective gloves. • Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. • Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. • Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. General Advice • If exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Skin • IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. • If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. • Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Inhalation • IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing • If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Further information

No information available. 90% of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity.