AS 55

Hazard statements (CLP)

H302, H302+H332, H332

Code

Statements

H302

Harmful if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 as amended The product contains less than 0.1% of respirable crystalline silica. Classification of the substance or mixture The product has been classified according to the legislation in force

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 H302 Acute toxicity (Inhalation - dust Category 4 H332 and mist)

Contains

Manganese oxide (MnO2)

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H302+H332: Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled.

Prevention

P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. P264: Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. P330: Rinse mouth. P312: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell.

Disposal

P501: Dispose of contents/ container to an approved facility in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.

Supplemental label elements

EUH212 Warning! Hazardous respirable dust may be formed when used. Do not breathe dust

2.3 Other hazards

Electrical Shock can kill. If welding must be performed in damp locations or with wet clothing, on metal structures or when in cramped positions such as sitting, kneeling or lying, or if there is a high risk of unavoidable or accidental contact with work piece, use the following equipment: Semiautomatic DC Welder, DC Manual (Stick) Welder, or AC Welder with Reduced Voltage Control. Arc rays can injure eyes and burn skin. Welding arc and sparks can ignite combustibles and flammable materials. Overexposure to welding fumes and gases can be hazardous. Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions, Safety Data Sheets and the precautionary labels before using this product. Refer to Section 8. Substance(s) formed under the conditions of use The welding fume produced from this welding electrode may contain the following constituent(s) and/or their complex metallic oxides as well as solid particles or other constituents from the consumables, base metal, or base metal coating not listed below. Chemical name Carbon dioxide Carbon monoxide Nitrogen dioxide Ozone CAS-No. 124-38-9 630-08-0 10102-44-0 10028-15-6

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

The product has been classified according to the legislation in force. Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 as amended. Health Hazards Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 H302 Acute toxicity (Inhalation - dust Category 4 H332 and mist)