PIN - Grafoil GTS Thread Sealant Paste

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Classification of items within the mixture Material CAS Reg. No % Wt ACGIH (TLV)

2.2 Label elements

- not applicable to these products

2.3 Other hazards

The product does not release hazardous substances under normal use. Oil mist may be formed at elevated temperatures. The flashpoint is 160oC. The primary route of exposure is via the generation of dusts and mists during handling and use and by dermal and/ocular contact with liquids or solids. Acute over exposure effects to high concentrations of graphite dust may be irritating to the eyes, skin and mucous membranes. High concentrations of mineral oil vapours and mists may also lead to irritation of the eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Ingestion of the product is considered unlikely however, mineral oil may be irritating to the mouth, oesophagus and stomach and cause abdominal cramps and diarrhea. 1 Chronic inhalation of high concentrations graphite dust over prolonged periods of time may cause pneumoconiosis. Symptoms may include a cough, shortness of breath and a decrease in pulmonary function. Prolonged dermal contact with mineral oil may cause dermatitis. Susceptible individuals may develop an allergic sensitisation to mineral oil. Such individuals should be removed from all further contact with this product. Inhalation of high concentrations of crystalline silica dust over prolonged periods of time may cause silicosis. Symptoms are similar to those cited for pneumoconiosis. Prolonged inhalation of crystalline silica has also been linked with an increased incidence of lung cancer. Graphite dusts are electrically conductive. Care should be taken to seal or isolate any electrical circuits that may be affected. Dust generation should not be permitted in environments where they may cause shorting of electrical equipment. 3.0 Information on ingredients. 3.1 Ingredients within the mix used to produce this sheet are listed in section 2.1 of this document.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Material CAS Reg. No. % Wt ACGIH (TLV) OSHA (PEL) Graphite 7782-42-5 40-60 2.0mg/m3 (resp) 2.5mg/m3 (resp) White Mineral Oil 8042-47-5 25-50 5.0mg/m3 (mist) Petrolatum USP 8009-03-8 5-25 5.0mg/m3 (mist) Crystalline Silica 14808-60-7 <0.3 0.025mg/m3 (resp) 10mg/m3/(%SiO2+2) (resp) 2.2 Label Elements - not applicable to these products. 2.3 Other hazard information – The product does not release hazardous substances under normal