SILWELD 1618 PA

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Chemically stable and inert. Does not pose a fire hazard as shipped. Non-Flammable Flames used for brazing can ignite combustibles. Refer to American National Standard Z49.1 for fire prevention during welding. These products as shipped are non-hazardous, nonflammable, non-explosive, and non-reactive. In case of fire, Use NIOSH/MSHA self contained breathing apparatus.

Principle Routes of Exposure

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

Potential health effects

EYES: May cause eye damage. SKIN: Spatter and flames from brazing may cause burns. Flux may cause skin burns. INGESTION: Danger of serious damage to health if swallowed. Toxic. INHALATION: Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation.

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 WELDING FUMES (not otherwise specified) are considered to be carcinogenic defined with no further categorization by NIOSH and IARC. Package Labeling: Although this product does not require a hazard warning label in all countries, we recommend that the safety advice should be observed

Hazard pictograms

GHS05 GHS06 GHS08

Contains

Potassium Bifluoride

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction

Precautionary statements

P285 In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. P314 Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. 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. Spatter and flames from brazing may cause burns and start fires.