Cert 950 Flux - 16 oz Jar

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Emergency Overview Irritant. Hazardous fumes are generated by welding, soldering or brazing. Exposure to welding related processes, materials, fumes or gases might be linked to certain neurological and physical disorders and cancer. Protect yourself and others at all times. A NIOSH approved, proper fitting and well-maintained respirator should be worn at all times while using this product. Keep your head out of the fumes and gases. Use adequate ventilation and/or exhaust to keep fumes and gases from your breathing zone and the general area. Keep others without proper respiratory protection away from the fumes and gases and your work zone while using this product..

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Pre-existing lung disorders. Pre-existing kidney disorders. Pre-existing liver disorders.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Eyes. Skin. Inhalation of welding fumes. Ingestion. General Welding Statement The ACGIH and

Potential health effects

Eyes Extreme overexposure may cause. Reddening. Skin Extreme overexposure may cause. Redness. Inhalation Prolonged overexposure may cause. Upper respiratory tract irritation. Ingestion Extreme overexposure may cause. Gastrointestinal irritation. _______________________________________________ Page 1 / 3 Eye contact Flush with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes. If symptoms persist, call a physician. Skin contact Wash off immediately with plenty of water. Ingestion Give two glasses of water. Induce vomiting, but only if victim is fully conscious. Seek medical attention immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Inhalation Remove to fresh air. 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Flash point °C None Flash point °F None Method Not Applicable Autoignition temperature °C Not Applicable Autoignition temperature °F Not Applicable Flammability Limits (% in Air) Upper No data available Lower No data available Suitable extinguishing media Use extinguishing media appropriate to surrounding fire Special protective equipment for firefighters As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear Fire and Explosion Hazards Fluoride. Sensitivity to shock No information available. Sensitivity to static discharge No information available. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Product code P16540 Product name Cert 950 Flux - 16 oz Jar 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Methods for cleaning up Vapor pressure No data available Collect and contain for disposal. After cleaning, flush away traces with Vapor density No data available water. Evaporation Rate 0.3 (Butyl Acetate = 1) Water solubility Moderately soluble 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE VOC Content 0% Partition Coefficient No data available (n-octanol/water) Handling Boiling point/range °C Not Applicable Thoroughly wash hands and exposed skin after handling. Avoid contact Boiling point/range °F Not Applicable with skin, eyes and clothing. Keep from excessive heat. Melting point/range °C 500 Melting point/range °F 932

Storage

Flash point °C None Store in plastic containers. Do not store in glass or porcelain containers. Flash point °F None Keep tightly closed in a dry and cool place. Keep away from heat. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY PROTECTION Stability Chemical

TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Hygiene measures Component Information Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Respiratory protection Chemical Name LD50 LD50 LC50 (inhalation,rat) Follow OSHA respirator regulations (29 CFR 1910.134) and if necessary, (oral,rat (dermal wear a MSHA/NIOSH approved respirator. ) ,rat/rab bit) Hand Protection Boric Acid 2660 2000 0.16 mg/L Protective gloves. 10043-35-3 mg/kg Potassium - Eye protection Tetraborate Goggles. 1332-77-0 Potassium - Skin and body protection Fluorohydroborat None necessary under normal conditions e 12228-71-6 Other Protective Equipment Potassium 5854 - A rubber apron. Fluoroborate mg/kg 14075-53-7 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Synergistic Products None known Form Paste Potential health effects Color White Odor None Sensitization None known Odor Threshold No information available pH No data available Chronic toxicity None known Specific Gravity 1.6 _______________________________________________ Page 2 / 3 Product code P16540 Product name Cert 950 Flux - 16 oz Jar Potassium Fluoroborate Not Listed Mutagenic effects None known Teratogenic effects None known International Inventories Reproductive toxicity None known Chemical Name EINECS DSL NDSL TSCA Target Organ Effects See Section 2 Boric Acid X - X Carcinogenic effects See table below Potassium Tetraborate X - X Potassium - Chemical ACGIH IARC NTP - OSHA Fluorohydroborate Name OEL - Known Suspected RTK Potassium Fluoroborate X - X Carcinoge Carcinoge Human Carcinoge ns Carcinoge ns CPR ns This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of Boric Acid A4 Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed the Controlled Product Regulations and the MSDS contains all of the Potassium Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed information required by the Controlled Product Regulations Tetraborate Potassium Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed 16. OTHER INFORMATION Fluorohydrob orate Potassium Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed NFPA Fluoroborate Health - 2 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Flammability - 0 Reactivity - 0 Boric Acid HMIS Water Flea Data Daphnia magna EC50115 - 153 mg/L (48 h) Health - 2 Flammability - 0 Physical Hazard - 0 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Prepared By V. Shargorodsky, Regulatory Affairs Engineer Disposal Information Landfill or incinerate in accordance with EPA and local regulations. The information accumulated herein is believed to be accurate, but is not warranted to be, whether originating with the company or not. Recipients are advised to confirm in advance of need that the information is current,