Drillco “Magnum” Carbide Burs, Carbide Drills, Carbide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Threshold limit value: TLV for this product not established. Refer to the hazardous materials list for TLV of individual ingredients.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Grinding cemented carbide will produce a dust of potentially

Hazardous Ingredients

that can be inhaled, swallowed or come in contact with skin or eyes. Carcinogen listed in: NTP (National Toxicology Program): NO IARC Monographs: Cobalt listed as Group 2B

Hazard statements

NFPA Health: 3 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 OSHA: NO Signs and symptoms of exposure: Inhalation: Dust from grinding may cause irritation of the nose and throat. It also has the potential for causing transient or permanent respiratory disease including occupational asthma and interstitial fibrosis in a small percentage of exposed individuals. It is reported that cobalt dust is the most probable cause of such respiratory diseases. Symptoms include productive cough, wheezing, and shortness of breath, chest tightness and weight loss. Interstitial fibrosis (lung scaring) can lead to permanent disability or death. Certain pulmonary conditions may be aggravated by exposure. Skin contact: Can cause irritation or an allergic skin rash due to cobalt sensitization. Certain skin conditions, such as dry skin, may be aggravated by exposure. Eye contact: May cause eye irritation Ingestion: None expected during normal use conditions. Swallowing large pieces may cause obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract.