Dipping Flux 200, Radex

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview: Liquid is corrosive to the eyes and skin. Excessive inhalation of soldering fumes causes irritation. Product is water based and does not burn. Product should not be allowed into storm sewers and no more than one half-gallon into sanitary sewers. Will release chlorine gas if mixed with bleach. Clear to slightly brown liquid with pungent acidic, irritating odor.

Health hazards

Corrosive

Physical hazards

Reactive

Principle Routes of Exposure

X Through Skin X Inhalation X Ingestion

Potential health effects

Eyes - causes damage and possible blindness with prolonged contact. Skin - causes irritation, redness at first and with continued contact serious burns and possible skin damage. Swallowing - causes damage to mucous membranes, gastrointestinal burns. Breathing - excessive inhalation of soldering fumes causes irritation of the mouth, nose, throat and respiratory passages.