Antimony

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

NFPA Rating Emergency Overview Irritant to eyes, respiratory system and skin Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment Dangerous for the environment Possible sensitizer. Target organ(s): Heart, respiratory system.

NFPA Ratings

0 = Minimal; 1 = Slight; 2 = Moderate; 3 = Serious; 4 = Severe)

Health hazards

2* Flammability = 0 Reactivity = 1 *additional chronic hazards present 2* Flammability = 0 Physical Hazard = 1 2 FLAMMABILITY 0

HMIS® ratings

0 = Minimal; 1 = Slight; 2 = Moderate; 3 = Serious; 4 = Severe)

Physical hazards

1 *additional chronic hazards present RTECS No. : CC4025000

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation Eye Contact Skin Contact Skin Absorption Ingestion Sensitization Acute Toxicity Inhalation Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract; may be harmful if inhaled Eyes May cause eye irritation Skin Contact May cause skin irritation Skin Absorption May be harmful if absorbed through the skin Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed Sensitization Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause allergic reactions in certain sensitive individuals

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Chronic effects due to antimony are alterations of the ECG, especially T-wave abnormalities, myocardial changes, pneumoconiosis, but also pneumonitis, tracheitis, laryngitis, bronchitis, pustular skin eruptions called antimony spots, and contact allergy to the metal. Target Organ(s) or System(s) Respiratory system, heart Signs and Symptoms Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness of Exposure _________________________________________________________________________________________________