ALUMINUM CASTINGS‒203 SERIES

Hazard statements (CLP)

H300, H302, H317, H319, H330, H334, H336, H350, H370, H373, H400

Code

Statements

H300

Fatal if swallowed

H302

Harmful if swallowed

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

H319

Causes serious eye irritation

H330

Fatal if inhaled

H334

May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled

H336

May cause drowsiness or dizziness

H350

May cause cancer

H370

Causes damage to organs

H373

May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

H400

Very toxic to aquatic life

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Castings are metal articles that do not present hazards in their original form. Grinding castings that have not been cleaned or that contain embedded sand may generate significant amounts of dust containing crystalline silica. Dust or fumes generated by machining, grinding, drilling, melting, casting, sawing, blasting, polishing, buffing, brazing, soldering, welding or thermal cutting of the casting may produce airborne contaminants. The following proposed classification and label elements are for the hazardous substances that could be released or generated from these processes. Acute Oral Toxicity, Category 4 (cobalt) H300 Acute Inhalation Toxicity – Dust and Mists, Category 1 (cobalt) H330 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation, Category 2 (cobalt) H319 Skin Sensitizer, Category 1 (nickel, cobalt) H317 Carcinogen, Category 1 (respiratory tract) (nickel oxide, H350 respirable crystalline silica) Carcinogen, Category 1B (cobalt) H350 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure, Category 3 H336 (central nervous system) (cobalt) Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure, Category 1 H370 (respiratory tract) (nickel, respirable crystalline silica) Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeated Exposure, Category 2 H373 (central nervous system; liver, kidney) (manganese; cobalt) Acute Aquatic Toxicity, Category 1 (copper) H400

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction H319 Causes serious eye irritation H302 Harmful if swallowed H330 Fatal if inhaled H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness H350 May cause cancer H370 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H400 Very toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and P202 understood P248 In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory protection P260 Do not breath dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264 Wash face, hands, and any exposed skin thoroughly after using P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P271 Use only outdoors or in well ventilated areas P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of workplace IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove P305 contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P337 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention P308 If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face P280 protection P302 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water P332 If skin irritation or rush occurs: Get medical advice/attention P311 If experiencing respiratory problems, call a POISON CENTER/doctor IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for P340 breathing P333 If skin irritation or rush occurs: Get medical advice/attention P301 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell P330 Rinse mouth P362 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse P501 Dispose of contents in accordance with local and national regulations