CF07575TF 5 Gallon Pail

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Caution May cause eye/skin irritation. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. Do not breathe vapours/dust. Lead vapours at high temperatures. Lead poisoning hazard. Suspect cancer hazard (Lead compound).

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact Eye contact: Contact with eyes may cause irritation. Skin contact: Prolonged skin contact may cause skin irritation. Inhalation: Dust or fumes from firing irritating to respiratory tract. Fumes may cause lung inflammation. Existing lung or pulmonary conditions may be aggravated by exposure. Ingestion: May irritate digestive tract. Chronic toxicity: Excessive inhalation of fumes or dust may cause chemical pneumonitis, cyanosis, and pulmonary edema. Lead is a cumulative poison and can build up in the body over time to toxic levels. Lead overexposure can cause anemia, pale skin, a blue line at the gum margin, decreased coordination and muscle strength, abdominal pain, severe constipation, nausea, vomiting, paralysis of the wrist joint, decreased fertility, and kidney damage. Elevated exposure to either parent before pregnancy may increase the chance of miscarriage, birth defects, or neurological disorders in infants. Suspect cancer hazard (Lead compounds).