Tin-Lead-Antimony Alloys

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Primary Routes(s) of Entry -------------------------- Ingestion; inhalation. Eye Hazards ----------- Eye contact with these products in finely-divided forms may cause irritation and/or conjunctivitis. Skin Hazards ------------ Skin contact with these products in finely-divided forms may cause irritation and/or contact dermatitis. Ingestion Hazards ----------------- Ingestion of these products in finely-divided forms may cause nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal irritation. Long-term chronic ingestion may damage the liver, kidneys, nervous system, gastrointestinal system, blood-forming organs, and male reproductive system. Inhalation Hazards ------------------ Inhalation of the components of these products does not pose a significant risk to health when used according to instructions and with appropriate protective measures (see Section #8). The components have been reported to cause one or more of the following symptoms/effects when exposure has been excessively high and/or prolonged: ANTIMONY: Acute exposure may irritate the respiratory tract, cause pneumonitis, and possibly adverse effects to the heart and lungs. Chronic effects may include abdominal pain and loss of appetite. LEAD: Chronic exposure may cause various systemic effects, such as damage to hematological, neurological, and renal functions. Lead inhibits the synthesis of hemoglobin, and may lead to anemia. Neurological effects may include central and peripheral nervous system disorders. Lead may also affect the cardiovascular, hepatic, gastrointestinal, and endocrine systems, and may adversely affect the male reproductive organs and functions. TIN: Inhalation of high concentrations may cause shortness of breath, respiratory tract irritation, and/or stannosis (a benign pneumoconiosis).