Leaded Glazes

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA OSHA/HCS status This wet mixture, only when in dry powder form or if sprayed, is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification of the OSHA - CARCINOGENICITY (Inhalation) - Category 1A Substance or mixture (See section 16 for OSHA, IARC, and NTP carcinogen listings) OSHA/HCS - SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (Repeated Exposure) (respiratory tract) (inhalation) - Category 2

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Hazard statements

WARNING! Cancer Hazard. Contains quartz (crystalline silica) which can cause cancer. Risk of cancer depends upon duration and level of exposure to dust. Not an acute hazard. Prolonged inhalation of dry glaze dust may cause lung injury. Inhalation of high concentrations of dry glaze dust may cause mechanical irritation and discomfort of the (respiratory tract). Repeated exposure may cause chronic effects. Wear a N-95 face mask when cleaning up dry glaze dust. WARNING! May be harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Contains Copper Oxide. Inhalation of extremely high concentrations of copper compounds could cause pulmonary edema. Prolonged or repeated overexposure to copper salts may cause kidneys, liver and blood system effects. Prolonged or repeated contact of copper salts with skin may cause dermatitis. Avoid fumes from firing. WARNING! Contains Cobalt Oxide which a suspected cancer agent. May cause allergy or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause allergic skin reaction. May be Harmful if swallowed. Chronic exposure may cause may affect thyroid, lungs, heart and kidneys. WARNING! Cancer Hazard. Contains Nickel oxide which may cause cancer by inhalation. Prolonged inhalation of Nickel oxide may cause serious damage to health. May cause sensitization by skin contact. WARNING! May be harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Contains Molybdenum Trioxide which can cause irritation to the mucous membranes, throat and respiratory system if inhaled. May cause irritation to the skin and eyes. Severe overexposure can result in acute molybdenum poisoning. WARNING! May be harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Contains Lead which can cause lead poisoning, cancer and birth defects. Prolonged or repeated inhalation or ingestion can cause weight loss, stomach cramps, loss of coordination, joint and muscle pain. Delayed effects include damage to kidneys, blood, gastrointestinal, nervous, and reproductive systems. Excessive exposure to lead during pregnancy can result in neurological disorders in infants. *Glaze in liquid form poses no health risk. Inhalation of dry glaze dust, fumes from firing or ingestion of glaze should be avoided.

Precautionary statements

Avoid generating dust. Do not breath dust. Avoid skin contact. Do not take internally. Avoid fumes from firing.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Slippery when wet. % of ingredients with unknown acute toxicity None Known