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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Directive 67/548/EEC: Identification Emergency Emergency overview overview DANGER May form combustible dust concentrations in air. HIGHLY FLAMMABLE SOLID. Will be easily ignited by heat, spark or flames. High concentrations of dust may form explosive mixture with air. Exposure to powder or dusts may be irritating to eyes, nose and throat. Dust may form explosive mixture with air. OSHA OSHA regulatory regulatory regulatory status status NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS. This product is considered hazardous under 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication). This substance is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.

Potential health effects

Potential health health effects Routes Routes of of of of exposure exposure Inhalation. Ingestion. Eye contact. Eyes Dust in the eyes will cause irritation. Skin Dust or powder may irritate the skin. Inhalation Dust may irritate respiratory system. Prolonged inhalation may be harmful. Inhalation of dusts may cause respiratory irritation. Coughing. Difficulty in breathing. Ingestion May cause irritation.

Potential chronic health

Chronic effects Inhalation of powder/dust may cause lung edema.

Environmental effects

Potential environmental environmental effects Ecological injuries are not known or expected under normal use. Not expected to be harmful to aquatic organisms. 3. 3. 3. 3. Composition