Chromium Alloyed Stainless Steel grades

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

• Harmful if swallowed • May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled • May cause an allergic skin reaction • May cause cancer • Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Appearance Varying from dull very light Physical State Solid. Odor Odorless grey, to shiny metallic light grey to bright mirror-finish

Prevention

• Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling • Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product • Obtain special instructions before use • Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood • Use personal protective equipment as required • Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray • In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection • Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace General Advice • IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Skin • IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water • If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention • Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Inhalation • IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing • If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Ingestion • IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell • Rinse mouth

Storage

• Store in accordance with local/regional/national regulations.

Disposal

• Dispose of in accordance with local/regional/national regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

Further information

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects No information available.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Solid metallic products are generally classified as "articles" and do not constitute hazardous materials in solid form. However, downstream use of the article could result in some hazardous elements contained in these products to be emitted under certain processing conditions such as but not limited to: burning, melting, cutting, sawing, brazing, grinding, machining, milling, and welding. The classification given below pertains to these alloys when used during these processes. Acute Oral Toxicity Category 4 Respiratory Sensitization Category 1 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1B GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements Emergency Overview