Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
7440-50-8
Name of the chemical
Copper
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2014-02-28
Product name
W1060 (R45) - W1200 (R60) Welding Rods
Product Synonyms
Carbon Steel Alloy
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Carbon Steel Oxyfuel Gas Welding
Emergency telephone
1-888-609-1762 (US, Canada, Mexico only
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Company Information
company name
Harris Products Group
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
custservmason@jwharris.com
GHS Information
Signal word
WARNING
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
29 CFR 1910.1200) Physical state Solid. Appearance Solid wire. Emergency overview WARNING May cause eye, skin and respiratory tract irritation. Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation. OSHA regulatory status This product is considered hazardous under 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication).
Principle Routes of Exposure
Inhalation. Skin contact. Eye contact. Eyes Fumes from heated material may cause eye irritation. Dust may irritate the eyes. Exposure to hot material may cause thermal burns. Skin Exposure to hot material may cause thermal burns. Dust may irritate skin. Inhalation Inhalation of fumes may cause a flu-like illness called metal fume fever. Inhalation of dusts may cause respiratory irritation. Ingestion Ingestion is not likely to be a primary route of occupational exposure. Target organs Respiratory system. Eyes. Skin. Central nervous system.
Potential chronic health
Chronic inhalation of fumes or dust may cause irritation or other respiratory conditions (e.g., bronchitis). May cause lung damage. Chronic inhalation of high concentrations of iron oxide fumes or dust may lead to benign pneumoconiosis (siderosis). Overexposure to manganese fumes may affect the brain and central nervous system, resulting in poor coordination, difficulty speaking, and arm or leg tremor. This condition can be irreversible Long-term exposure to copper compounds may cause anemia. Refer to Section 11 Toxicological Information for more details. Signs and symptoms Contact may cause irritation and redness. Dust may irritate respiratory system. Symptoms of overexposure may be headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting. Typical metal fume fever begins four to twelve hours after sufficient exposure to freshly formed fumes. The first symptoms are a metallic taste, dryness and irritation of the throat. Cough and shortness of breath may occur along with headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, muscle and joint pain, fever and chills. The syndrome runs its course in 24-48 hours.
Environmental effects
Alloys in massive forms present a limited hazard for the environment.
