ER2594

Hazard statements (CLP)

H317, H351

Code

Statements

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

General Emergency Considerations: This product is not normally considered hazardous when transported, however, prolonged exposure through inhalation of welding fumes could be detrimental to people's health. Gloves should be used during handling to avoid cuts or scratches.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

N.A. Classification of components: Nickel (Ni) CAS: 7440-02-0 T R48/23 (Toxic: danger of severe damage to health due to prolonged exposure through inhalation) EINECS: 231-111-4 Xn R40 (limited evidence of carcinogenic effect) Xi R43 (can cause sensitivity through contact with the skin) Carc. Cat. 3 Carc. 2, H351 (suspected to cause cancer) Skin Sens. 1, H317 (Can cause an allergic reaction on the skin) Manganese (Mn) CAS: 7439-96-5 Xn R48 (Danger of severe damage to health due to prolonged exposure) EINECS: 231-105-1 2.2 Label items: See section 2.1

2.3 Other hazards

Contact with the skin does not normally carry any risk but there is a possibility of allergic reaction. People who wear pacemakers should not approach areas in which welding or cutting operations take place without prior authorisation from both their doctor and the pacemaker manufacturer. The greatest risks involved in using this product in welding procedures are as follows: heat, radiation, fumes and electric shock. This product contains nickel, which is classified as toxic due to prolonged inhalation, sensitisation of the skin and a likely carcinogen. Fumes: Over-exposure to welding fumes can cause dizziness, fever from the metal fumes, nausea and dryness and irritation of the nose, throat and eyes. Continued over-exposure to these fumes can affect pulmonary function. Overexposure to manganese and manganese compounds above the limits of risk-free exposure can cause irreversible damage to the central nervous system, including the brain, with symptoms that may include difficulty speaking, lethargy, trembling, muscle weakness, psychological alterations and spastic gait. Prolonged inhalation of chromium compounds, above the limits of risk-free exposure, can cause cancer. Heat: Projections, molten metal and the arc can cause burns and start fires. Radiation: The arc can cause serious damage to the eyes and skin. Shock: Electric shocks can kill.