ALPHA WS-820 Solder Paste 96.5Sn/3.0Ag/0.5Cu 88-3-M19

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Physical state Liquid. [Paste.] Odor Acrid.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation. Ingestion.

Potential Acute Health Effects

Inhalation Irritating to respiratory system. Exposure to decomposition products may cause a health hazard. Serious effects may be delayed following exposure. The exposed person may need to be kept under medical surveillance for 48 hours. Ingestion Harmful if swallowed. Can cause target organ damage. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation and diarrhea. Skin Irritating to skin. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening or, occasionally, blistering. Eyes Irritating to eyes. Adverse symptoms may include the following: redness, itching, swelling, pain Potential chronic health effects

Potential chronic health

Adverse symptoms may include the following: tin: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause benign pneumoconiosis (Stannosis). silver Inhalation metal fume fever, chills or shivering, muscle weakness, metallic taste. Ingestion: convulsions, shock. Contact with this product may result in a condition from silver compounds kown as Argvria (a bluishgray discoloration of the skin, eyes and mucous membranes). Target organs Contains material which causes damage to the following organs: mucous membranes, upper respiratory tract, skin, eye, lens or cornea, nose/sinuses. Contains material which may cause damage to the following organs: kidneys. Carcinogenicity