Beryllium

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Classification of Chemical per OSHA CFR 1910.1200 Acute Toxicity (Oral): Category 4 Acute Toxicity (Inhalation): Category 2 Skin Irritation: Category 2 Eye Irritation: Category 2A Carcinogen: Category 1A Reproductive Toxicity: Category 2 Target Organ – Single: Category 3 (Respiratory System) Target Organ – Prolonged: Category 1 (Respiratory System)

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

May cause lung cancer via inhalation. Causes damage to lungs through prolonged or repeated exposure via inhalation. Harmful if swallowed. Fatal if inhaled. Causes skin irritation and serious eye irritation. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child, may cross the placenta.

Prevention

Obtain special instruction before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye and/or face protection. Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product. Do not breathe dust. Use only outdoors or in a well- ventilated area. In case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory protection. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after handling.

Response

If swallowed or inhaled, immediately call a poison control center and/or doctor. Rinse mouth. If inhaled, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If on skin, wash with plenty of water. If skin and eye irritation occurs and/or persists or exposed, concerned or skin rash occurs, get medical attention and/or advice. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

Negligible fire and explosion hazard in bulk form. Dust/air mixtures may ignite or explode. May react on contact with water. Contaminated clothing should not be taken home at the end of shift, but should remain at employee's place of work for cleaning. 2.4 Unknown Acute Toxicity Does not apply to this product.