Spoolarc 81

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 Classification of the substance or mixture Description The product is not classified as hazardous according to applicable GHS hazard classification criteria

2.2 Label elements

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2.3 Other hazards

Metal wire or rods in varying colours. This product is normally not considered hazardous as shipped. Gloves should be worn when handling to prevent cuts and abrasions. Skin contact is normally no hazard but should be avoided to prevent possible allergic reactions. Per- sons 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. When this product is used in a welding process, the most important hazards are welding fumes, heat, radiation and electric shock. The mixture does not contain substance(s) included in the list established in accordance with Article 59(1) of REACH for having endocrine disrupting properties, or is not identified as having endocrine disrupting properties in accordance with the criteria set out in Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2017/2100 or Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/605 at a concentration equal to or greater than 0.1 % Fumes: Overexposure to welding fumes may result in symptoms like metal fume fever, dizziness, nausea, dryness or irritation of the nose, throat or eyes. Chronic overexposure to welding fumes may affect pulmonary function. Overexposure to manganese and manganese compounds above safe exposure limits can cause irreversible damage to the central nervous system, including the brain, symptoms of which may include slurred speech, lethargy, tremor, muscular weakness, psychological disturbances and spastic gait. Heat: Spatter and melting metal can cause burn injuries and start fires. Radiation: Arc rays can severely damage eyes or skin. Electricity: ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. The mixture does not contain substances in an individual concentration of ≥ 0,1 % which meet the cri-

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Description The product is not classified as hazardous according to applicable GHS hazard classification criteria.