SSPC 30 Inorganic Zinc Rich Primer (Dust)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Eye Damage/Irritation, Category 2 Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Category 2 Sensitization - Skin, Category 1 PHYSICAL APPEARANCE : Solid IMMEDIATE CONCERNS : May contain LEAD which may cause blood disorders and lead poisoning. This product has been tested and shown to fall well below the level of gas emission when exposed to water (49 CFR Part 173 E, 4) and is, therefore, not a regulated product and is not defined as dangerous when wet. Product is packaged in steel or plastic water tight containers. Contains possible lead compounds which may cause blood disorders, lead poisoning, or reproductive harm. HAZARDOUS WARNING LABEL: WARNING! Causes serious eye irritation Causes skin irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction

Precautionary statements

Avoid breathing vapours. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/ attention. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Potential health effects

EYES : May cause eye irritation. SKIN : May cause skin irritation. INGESTION : May cause gastrointestinal distress. INHALATION : Overexposure will be irritating to the mucous membrane. CHRONIC : Pure zinc dust is relatively non-toxic to humans by inhalation. Minor inhalation may irritate respiratory tract causing coughing whereas larger doses will give zinc shakes or metal fume fever; a benign flu-like condition. CARCINOGENICITY : This material is not currently known to have carcinogenic properties. MUTAGENICITY : This material is not know to have mutagenic effects on genetic material. IRRITANCY: This material may cause irritation to the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. Use correct PPE when handling this material. REPRODUCTIVE TOXICIITY REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS : This material is not known to cause any reproductive system damage.

Teratogenic Effects

This material is not known to contain any teratogenic substances 3. COMPOSITION/CHEMICAL INFORMATION Chemical Name CAS Number Weight % Zinc Oxide 1314-13-2 75% to 100% * Toxic chemical subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of Title III and of 40 CFR 372.