Eutectic 4550

Hazard statements (CLP)

H317, H351, H372, H412

Code

Statements

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Odorless powder mix. Chemically stable and inert. Does not pose a fire hazard. Non-Flammable: Flames used for powder spraying can ignite combustibles. Refer to American National Standard Z49.1 for fire prevention during welding. HEALTH DANGER: Toxic. Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation. ROUTES OF ENTRY:

Principle Routes of Exposure

is the respiratory system. Other possible routes are eyes, ingestion, and/or skin contact

Potential health effects

EYES: Inert foreign body hazard only. SKIN: Prolonged contact may result in rashes/irritations due to drying of the skin and/or mechanical abrasion related to skin-to-clothing contact or skin-to-skin contact. May cause allergic skin reaction. INGESTION: No adverse health effects anticipated by this route during proper industrial handling. INHALATION: Exposure to dust may aggravate pre-existing respiratory conditions.

Acute Health Hazards

see Section 11

Health hazards

see Section 11 WARNING This product contains or produces a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects (or other reproductive harm) and cancer. (California Health & Safety Code 25249.5 et seq.). WARNING: avoid breathing welding fumes and gases; they may dangerous to your health. Always use adequate ventilation and use appropriate personal protection equipment. CARCINOGENICITY WHEN PRESENT NICKEL - is listed as being carcinogenic to humans on IARC and NTP lists, and is listed by NIOSH as being a potential occupational carcinogen (with no further categorization). CHROMIUM - Chromium VI is listed as being carcinogenic to humans on IARC and NTP lists, and is listed by NIOSH as being a potential occupational carcinogen (with no further categorization). WELDING FUMES (not otherwise specified) are considered to be carcinogenic defined with no further categorization by NIOSH and IARC. Package Labeling:

Supplemental label elements

Although this product does not require a hazard warning label in all countries, we recommend that the safety advice should be observed:

Hazard pictograms

GHS07- GHS08

Contains

Nickel

R-phrase(s)

Limited evidence of carcinogenic effect May cause sensitization by skin contact Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment Brazing/welding fumes and vapors may cause metal fume fever (headache, dizziness, dryness, cough, nausea, and fever) and these symptoms may appear 4-12 hours after exposure GHS:

Hazard categories

Respiratory/skin sensitization Skin Sens 1 Carcinogenicity: Carc. 2 Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure: STOT RE 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment: Aquatic Chronic 3

Hazard statements

H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction H351 Suspected of causing cancer H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection P314 Get medical advice if you do not feel well P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P501 Dispose of contents/container to waste treatment facility in accordance with local and national regulations SECTION 2 NOTES: Before using this product, contact your doctor to determine if exposure to product or use of this product will aggravate your medical conditions.