Zinc Phosphate Cement Powder

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OO EMERGENCY OVERVIEW This information is based on findings from related or similar materials. e May cause allergic skin reaction x e May cause eye irritation e Dust may cause irritation to nose, throat, and lungs, which will disappear in 24 hours e This product may contain particulate, not otherwise classified (Nuisance Dust).

Potential health effects

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure

Principle Routes of Exposure

Eye Skin Ingestion Inhalation Inhalation, skin, and ingestion. May cause eye irritation Repeated or prolonged exposure may cause allergic skin rashes. Higher concentration can irritate respiratory system Inhalation of high levels of cement may result in tightness of chest, metallic taste, coughing, dizziness, fever, chills, headache, nausea, and dry throat. Over exposure may produce symptoms known as metal fume fever or (zinc shakes); an acute, self limiting condition without recognized complications. Symptoms of metal fume fever include chills, fever, muscular pain, nausea, and vomiting. Like any finely divided particulate matter, cement may cause mechanical irritation to skin and eyes. Sub-Chronic Effects Chronic exposure to cement may cause respiratory tract irritation with nasopharyngities and laryngitis. NOTE: Refer to Section 11, Toxicological Information for Details