Bridgit Soldering Flux

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classified according to the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and labelling of Chemicals (GHS) including Work, Health and Safety regulations, Australia. EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: This product consists of an off-white paste with a slight alcohol odor. This mixture can be irritating, and may damage contaminated tissues (especially after prolonged over-exposures). This product must be substantially preheated before ignition can occur. If involved in a fire, this product may Page 2 of 10 decompose to produce irritating vapors and toxic gases, including hydrogen chloride. This product is not reactive under normal circumstances. Emergency responders must wear the proper personal protective equipment suitable for the situation to which they are responding. SYMPTOMS OF OVER-EXPOSURE BY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE: The most significant routes of over-exposure for this product are by skin or eye contact and inhalation of dusts of fumes of this product. INHALATION: If vapors of this product are inhaled, irritation of the nose and respiratory system can occur. This paste contains a central nervous system depressant (Isopropyl Alcohol). Depending on the duration of inhalation over-exposure, symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, headache, difficulty breathing, and dizziness may develop. Though not anticipated to occur during use of this paste when the proper precautions are taken, extreme inhalation over-exposure to the Zinc Chloride component of this product can have adverse effects on the lungs (i.e. causing pulmonary edema and pneumonitis, life threatening lung conditions). Inhalation of Zinc Chloride fumes can cause metal fume fever. Symptoms of such over-exposures include headache, fever, rapid breathing, sweating and pains in legs and chest. Extreme over-exposures to the fumes of this product cause liver and kidney disorders, and may be fatal. CONTACT WITH SKIN or EYES: Contact with the eyes will cause irritation, pain, and reddening. Prolonged exposure of the eyes may result in permanent eye damage. Skin contact can cause reddening and irritation. Prolonged over-exposures can result in ulceration of the contaminated tissues, which could leave scars. There are some reports that the Ethylene Glycol component of this product may cause allergic skin reaction in susceptible individuals. Symptoms may include dryness, redness, itching, rash or welts. SKIN ABSORPTION: The Isopropyl Alcohol and Ethylene Glycol components of this product can be absorbed via intact skin. Although toxicity via this route of exposure is expected to be low, other compounds may be carried into the system that could have adverse effect. INGESTION: Ingestion is not anticipated to be a route of occupational exposure for this product. If this flux is ingested, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may occur (depending on the amount of the product swallowed). Severe ingestion exposures may result in damage to the tissues of the gastrointestinal system, kidney failure and death. INJECTION: Though not a likely route of occupational exposure for this product, injection of this product (via punctures or lacerations in the skin) may cause local reddening, tissue swelling, and discomfort. Symptoms such as those described for “Ingestion” may occur. HEALTH EFFECTS OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE: An Explanation in Lay Terms. Symptoms associated with over- exposure to this product are as follows: ACUTE: This product is irritating to contaminated eyes, skin, and mucous membranes, and any other exposed tissue. Prolonged over-exposures may result in burns. If vapors or fumes from this product are inhaled, irritation of the respiratory system may occur, with coughing, and breathing difficulty. Inhalation of higher levels may cause significant irritation and adverse effects of the central nervous system. Ingestion of small amounts will result in nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and adverse effects on the central nervous system. Ingestion of large amounts may be fatal or cause kidney failure. CHRONIC: Chronic skin exposure to this product may result in dermatitis or cause allergic reaction in susceptible individuals. Chronic ingestion may cause damage to the kidneys. Based on animal data, exposure to products containing Ethylene Glycol may cause adverse reproductive effects. Refer to Section 11 (Toxicology Information) for additional data TARGET ORGANS ACUTE Skin, eyes, respiratory system, kidneys, central nervous system. CHRONIC Skin, kidneys.

Additional information

Other hazards which do not result in GHS classification: Page 3 of 10 Heat rays (infrared radiation) from flame or hot metal can injure eyes. Overexposure to brazing fumes and gases can be hazardous. Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions, Safety Data Sheets and the precautionary labels before using this product.