ALPHA WS-809 Solder Paste 63Sn/37Pb 89.8-3-M18

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Physical state Liquid. [Paste] Odor Acrid.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Dermal contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.

Potential Acute Health Effects

Inhalation Toxic by inhalation. Can cause target organ damage. Irritating to respiratory system. Ingestion Toxic if swallowed. Can cause target organ damage. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation and diarrhea. Skin Irritating to skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening or, occasionally, blistering. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause dermatitis. Once sensitized, a severe allergic reaction may occur when subsequently exposed to very low levels. In the event of any complaints or symptoms, avoid further exposure. Persons with a history of skin sensitization problems should not be employed in any process in which this product is used. Eyes Irritating to eyes. Adverse symptoms may include the following: redness, itching, swelling, pain

Potential chronic health

effects Adverse symptoms may include the following: Tin: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause benign pneumoconiosis (Stannosis). Lead Poison!

Other hazards

abdominal cramps and pain, nausea or vomiting, headache, muscle weakness, metallic taste, loss of appetite, insomnia, dizziness/vertigo, "lead line" on gums, high lead levels in blood and urine, loss of consciousness or coma and death. Chronic effects: irritability, visual disturbances, blood pressure elevation and discoloration of: skin. Target organs Contains material which may cause damage to the following organs: blood, kidneys, the reproductive system, mucous membranes, gastrointestinal tract, upper respiratory tract, skin, eyes, central nervous system (CNS). Carcinogenicity Contains material which may cause cancer. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure. Mutagenicity Contains material which may cause heritable genetic effects, based on animal data.

Teratogenic Effects

Contains material which may cause birth defects, based on animal data. Developmental effects Contains material which can cause developmental abnormalities. Fertility effects Contains material which can impair male fertility. Contains material which can impair female fertility.