CERMET

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification 2-1.The GHS Classification Some data (such as the burning rate test data, etc.) for the dust, fume or vapor which occur from Cermet producing process are unavailable. Therefore, they are not be classified by GHS. In here, GHS classification of the each metallic ingredient (cobalt, nickel and chromium) for composing the Cermet can be disclosed. In addition, other hazards and harmful effects (for health, environment, physical and chemical) which are not listed are unclassifiable or non-applicable by GHS. GHS classification for the hazards of cobalt alone in below, (When cobalt is included as ingredients of Cermet.)

Health hazards

Respiratory sensitization Category1 ・Skin sensitization Category1 ・Carcinogenicity Category2 ・Reproductive toxicity Category2 ・Specific target organ toxicity Category3 (Single exposure) (Respiratory tract irritation) ・Specific target organ toxicity Category1 (Repeated exposure) (Respiratory) Environmental ・Hazardous to the aquatic environment Category4 GHS classification for the hazards of nickel alone in below, (When nickel is included as ingredients of Cermet.) ・Respiratory sensitization Category1 ・Skin sensitization Category1 ・Carcinogenicity Category2 ・Specific target organ toxicity Category1 (Single exposure) (Respiratory tract irritation) - 1 - ・Specific target organ toxicity Category1 (Repeated exposure) (Respiratory) Environmental ・Hazardous to the aquatic environment Category4 GHS classification for the hazards of chromium alone in below, (When chromium is included as ingredients of Cermet.) ・Serious eye damage Category2B ・Respiratory sensitization Category1 ・Skin sensitization Category1 ・Germ cell mutagenicity Category2 ・Specific target organ toxicity Category2 (Single exposure) (Respiratory tract irritation) ・Specific target organ toxicity Category3 (Repeated exposure) (Respiratory) 2-2. GHS Label Elements GHS label elements of the each metallic ingredients (cobalt, nickel and chromium) for composing the Cermet can be disclosed in below. Cobalt Nickel Chromium

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Risk of causing allergies, ・Risk of causing allergies, ・Risk of causing allergies, asthma or breathing difficulties if inhaled. ・Risk of causing an allergic skin reaction. ・May cause cancer. ・Suspected of causing ・May cause adverse ・Respiratory and kidney genetic disease effects on fertility or the disorders ・Failure to systemic unborn child. ・Cause of respiratory toxicity ・Risk of respiratory failure due to long-term or ・Risk of respiratory irritation. repetitive exposure. irritation. ・Cause of respiratory ・May be harmful to aquatic failure due to long-term or life due to long-term effects repetitive exposure. ・May be harmful to aquatic life due to long-term effects

Precautionary statements

Prevention】 ･Obtain safety instructions* before use. ･Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. ･Use appropriate personal protection and ventilation system keeping away from exposure. ･Wear suitable protective gloves. ･When insufficient ventilation, wear respirator as required. ･Do not breathe dust, fume or vapor. ･Do not eat, drink or smoke in handling area. ･Wash skin thoroughly after handling. ･Do not release into the environment. - 2 -

Response

If inhaled, move to fresh air and take a rest with posture easy to breathe. ･If respiratory symptoms occurs, contact a doctor. ･When feeling ill, get medical advice/attention. ･Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. ･If on skin, rinse away immediately with a large amount of water and soap. ･If skin irritation occurs, contact a doctor and get medical advice/attention. ･If exposed or concerned, get medical advice/attention. ･If dust is in eyes, immediately wash away with clean water (remove the contact lenses if possible). If irritation persists, get medical advice/attention. ･If a large amount of dust is swallowed, get medical advice/attention after ingesting plenty of water to dilute.

Storage

Avoid sudden changes of temperature and high humidity for storage.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant under the laws. *For safety instructions, refer to the Japan Cutting & Wear-resistant Tool Association website（http://www.jta-tool.jp/）