Bossweld 680 Dissimilar Electrodes

Hazard statements (CLP)

H315, H317, H351, H372, H412

Code

Statements

H315

Causes skin irritation

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This product is not classified as hazardous according to Globally Harmonized System of classification and labelling of chemicals (GHS). These products contain nickel, which is classified as dangerous (i.e. H351 - Suspected of causing cancer, H372 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure, H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction, H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects, H315 – Causes skin irritation). However in the form that nickel is present in these products it does not contribute to a hazard classification of the products 2.2 Label elements, including precautionary statements

Signal word

Not applicable

Hazard pictograms

Not Applicable

Hazard statements

Not Applicable

Precautionary statements

Not Applicable

Other hazards which do not result in classification

General When this product is used in a welding process, there are a number of potential hazards. Please read and understand this Safety Data Sheet, the manufacturer’s instructions, precautionary labels and WTIA Technical Note No. 7 Health and Safety in Welding before using this product Fumes / Gases Formation of dangerous fumes / gases during use. Overexposure to welding fumes and gases may result in symptoms like dryness and irritation of the nose, throat or eyes. Chronic overexposure may affect pulmonary function. Prolonged inhalation of nickel and chromium compounds above safe exposure limits can cause cancer. Overexposure to manganese and manganese compounds can cause irreversible damage to the central nervous system, including the brain, symptoms of which may include slurred speech, lethargy, tremor, muscle weakness, psychological disturbances and spastic gait. Electric Shock Electrical shock can kill. GEMINI BOSSWELD is a is a is registered a is a registered brand of brand Dynaweld of Dynaweld Industrial Industrial Supplies Supplies Pty Ltd Pty | Ltd ABN | 64 ABN 076 64 580 076 704 580 | 704 +61 | 2 +61 9772 2 8761 1144 6500 1 Radiation: Heat Arc rays can injure eyes and burn skin. Spatter, slag, melting metal, hot welds, arc rays and sparks can cause burn injuries to skin or damage to eyes and can also ignite combustibles and flammable materials. Noise: Magnetic fields Noises generated by welding equipment may damage the auditory system. Persons with a pacemaker should not go near welding or cutting operations until they have consulted their doctor and obtained information from the manufacturer of the device. Note: See Section 4 for further information regarding symptoms.