Stainless and Stainless Alloy(s)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Stainless steel is considered an article and not hazardous in its solid form. However, certain process such as cutting, milling, grinding, melting, and welding could result in some hazardous materials being emitted. The following classification information is for the hazardous elements which may be emitted during these processes.

Precautionary statements

Hazard Classification

Signal word

Statements Carcinogenicity - 1B May cause cancer Single Target Organ Toxicity (repeat exposure) - 1 Warning Causes damage to organs through prolonged/repeated exposure Toxic to Reproduction - 1B Suspect of damaging the unborn child Hazard Classification Statements Acute Oral Toxicity - 4 Harmful if swallowed Skin and Respiratory Sensitization - 1 Warning May cause allergic reaction Single Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure) - 3 May cause respiratory irritation Hazard Classification Statements Toxic Danger Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect N/A Eye Irritation - 2B Warning Causes eye irritation Precautionary Statements - Prevention

Response

Do not breathe dusts / fume / gas / mist / vapor / spray. If exposed, experience respiratory symptoms, feel unwell: Get medical attention. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Wear protective gloves / protective clothing / eye protection / face protection. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact Use personal protective equipment as required lenses, get if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. medical Take off and wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention

Disposal

Store away from acids and incompatible materials. Store locked up. Metal scrap should be recycled whenever possible Store in accordance with federal/state and local regulations. Dispose of in accordance with federal/state or local regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

None Known, No data available Unknown acute toxicity statement (mixture): None Known, No data available

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Signal Word Statements Carcinogenicity - 1B May cause cancer Single Target Organ Toxicity (repeat exposure) - 1 Warning Causes damage to organs through prolonged/repeated exposure Toxic to Reproduction - 1B Suspect of damaging the unborn child Hazard Classification Signal Word Statements Acute Oral Toxicity - 4 Harmful if swallowed Skin and Respiratory Sensitization - 1 Warning May cause allergic reaction Single Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure) - 3 May cause respiratory irritation Hazard Classification Signal Word Statements Toxic Danger Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect N/A Eye Irritation - 2B Warning Causes eye irritation