CAST BOOSTERS

Hazard statements (CLP)

H201

Code

Statements

H201

Explosive; mass explosion hazard

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

NFPA Rating Classification of the Substance or Mixture

Hazard pictograms

GHS01

Signal word

Danger

Hazardous Ingredients

pentaerythritol tetranitrate (PETN) octahydro-1,3,5,7-tetranitro-1,3,5,7-tetrazocine (HMX) perhydro-1,3,5-trinitro-1,3,5-triazine (RDX) 2,4,6-trinitrotoluene (TNT) aluminium powder (pyrophoric)

Hazard statements

H201 Explosive; mass explosion hazard. WHMIS-Symbols

Precautionary statements

P210 - Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. P250 - Do not subject to grinding/shock/friction. P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P373 - DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives. P370+P380 - In case of fire: Evacuate area. P372 - Explosion risk in case of fire. P401 - Store in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

PBT Substances

Not applicable.

vPvB Substances

Not applicable. Explosive Product Notice: PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTS IN THE USE OF EXPLOSIVES - The prevention of accidents in the use of explosives is a result of careful planning and observance of the best known practices. The explosives user must remember that he is dealing with a powerful force and that various devices and methods have been developed to assist him in directing this force. He should realize that this force, if misdirected, may either kill or injure both him and his fellow workers. WARNING - All explosives are dangerous and must be carefully handled and used following approved safety procedures either by or under the direction of competent, experienced persons in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances. If you have any questions or doubts as to how to use any explosive product, DO NOT USE IT before consulting with your supervisor, or the manufacturer, if you do not have a supervisor. If your supervisor has any questions or doubts, he should consult the manufacturer before use.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification According to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Classifications listed also are applicable to the OSHA GHS Hazard Communication Standard (29CFR1910.1200). exploding bomb Expl. 1.1 H201 Explosive; mass explosion hazard. Classification According to Directive 67/548/EEC or Directive 1999/45/EC E; Explosive R2: Risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition. Information Concerning Particular Hazards for Human and Environment: The product has to be labelled due to the calculation procedure of the “General Classification guideline for preparations of the EU” in the latest valid version. Classification System: The classification is according to the latest editions of the EU-lists and extended by company and literature data. The classification is in accordance with the latest editions of international substances lists and is supplemented by information from technical literature and by information provided by the company. Additional Information: There are no other hazards not otherwise classified that have been identified. 0 percent of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown toxicity.