Stainless Steel and Maraging Steels

Hazard statements (CLP)

H317, H334, H351, H361, H372

Code

Statements

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS US classification Classification of the substance or mixture

2.2 Label elements

GHS-US labelling

Hazard pictograms

GHS08

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Suspected of causing cancer. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary statements

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace, but left there for cleaning. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. If exposed or concerned Get medical advice/attention. If inhaled If breathing is difficult, remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms Call a poison center/doctor. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

No additional information available.

Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity

Not applicable 06/01/2015 EN (English) Page 1

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This product, as sold, has little or no immediate health or fire hazards. Under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 Hazardous Communication Standard, steel products are considered mixtures since in solution, the two or more substances do not react. If product is welded, burned, sawed, brazed, ground, etc. potentially hazardous airborne particulate matter and fumes may be generated. Such activities should be performed in well-ventilated areas with appropriate PPE, as per PPE assessments for tasks involved. The classification given below pertains to the product during processing: GHS-US classification Respiratory Sensitization 1 Skin Sensitization 1 Carcinogenicity 2 Reproductive Toxicity 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Repeated Exposure 1