Manganese 28% Granular

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

HMIS  Emergency Overview  H 3 This product is a stable solid. It is brown to black in appearance with no appreciable odor. The product F 1 may cause irritation to the skin after prolonged contact. The product should be stored and handled to prevent R 0 the possibility of inhalation, eye contact, and prolonged skin contact. This product contains Manganese. 0 Chronic exposure to heavy concentrations of manganese containing dust can cause central nervous system PPE† disorders. †Sec. 8

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation is the most significant route of exposure in occupational and other settings. Prolonged dermal exposure may cause skin irritation. Ingestion may cause stomach upset. Target Organs: Eyes, Skin, respiratory system central nervous system. Acute Effects Inhalation: Occasional mild irritation effects to the nose and throat may occur from inhalation. The pulmonary effects consisting of dyspnea, shallow respiration and fever which mimic metal fume fever. Eye: Irritation may occur. Skin: Irritation may occur Ingestion: Stomach upset may occur. Carcinogenicity: IARC, NTP, and OSHA does not list this product as a carcinogen.

Potential chronic health

Central Nervous System Symptoms may appear after 1-2 years of elevated exposure. Stage1- subclinical, reversible. Indifference irritability, headache, anorexia, sleep disturbances, decreased libido, arthralgia, miscular spasm, diminished fine motor coordination, emotional and behavioral disorders called “manganic psychosis” are more frequently seen among miners at this stage. Higher incidence of respiratory infection and pneumonia in persons with a history of alcoholism, psychiatric, neurologic, or pulmonaty diseases, liver dysfunction, or anemia.