Low-Alloy Steels and Tool Steels

Hazard statements (CLP)

H317, H334, H351, H361, H372

Code

Statements

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification according to GHS

Classified according to the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and labelling of Chemicals (GHS) including Work, Health and Safety regulations, Australia.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: These products consist of solid wire or rods, which are odourless and may be copper coated or flux coated rods that are odourless. Chromium and Quartz (components of this product) are possible carcinogens. There are no immediate health hazards associated with the wire or rod form of this product. These products are not reactive. If involved in a fire, these products may generate irritating iron fumes and a variety of iron compounds. Emergency responders must wear personal protective equipment suitable for the situation to which they are responding. However, inhaling dusts, fumes or mists which may be generated during certain manufacturing procedures (burning, melting, welding, swing, brazing, grinding and machining) may be hazardous to your health. Dusts may also be irritating to the unprotected skin or eyes. The classification given below pertains to the product during processing: Respiratory Sensitisation - 1 Skin Sensitisation - 1 Carcinogenicity - 2 Reproduction Toxicity - 2 Specific Organ Toxicity – Repeated Exposure 1

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Hazard statements

H334 – May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H351 – Suspected of causing cancer H361 – Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child H372 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary statements

P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P260 - Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray P264 - Wash thoroughly after handling P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed in the workplace P273 - Avoid release to the environment P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P301+P312 - IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell P302+P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water P308+P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P314 - Get medical advice and attention if you feel unwell P321 - Specific treatment (see label) P330 - If swallowed, rinse mouth P333+P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention P362+P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse

Storage

P405 - Store locked up

Disposal

P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with regulations Unknown Acute Toxicity Not available

2.3 Other hazards

No information provided