MACO Reclaim Wax

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

HMIS® ratings

Health: 1 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0 PPE: See section 8. [4-Severe; 3-Serious; 2-Moderate; 1-Slight; 0-Minimum] Solid Form As supplied in the solid form, the material presents a minimal hazard. As with all petroleum based products, care should be taken to avoid unnecessary skin contact. Take care when handling heavy packages. If any product dust is present, avoid inhalation and eye contact and be aware of the risks associated with dust cloud ignition. Pelletized product can present a slip hazard if spilled. Product will burn in a fire and release toxic fumes. Liquid Form The product is intended for use in the hot, molten state. Care should be taken to minimize or avoid exposure to product vapors when melting, conditioning, injecting and dewaxing molds. The molten material can cause severe thermal burns if it contacts the eyes and skin.

Potential health effects

Ingestion Not believed to be toxic but may cause discomfort if swallowed. Skin contact The product is petroleum based so repeated skin contact may cause irritation and even dermatitis and sensitization in some individuals. Seek medical advice in this situation. Molten product can burn the skin. Inhalation Inhalation of solid product dust may lead to respiratory irritation. Inhalation of fumes from molten product can cause respiratory tract irritation, sore throats, dizziness, headache and nausea. Eye contact _Ina finely divided form, i.e. dust or fragments, the product will act as a physical irritant to the eye. Molten product will cause burns to the eye. Fumes from the molten product may irritate the eye. Chronic / other effects None known