Tungsten carbide Cobalt

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

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Danger Hazard Statements Flammable solid May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled

Prevention

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 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection 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 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 Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

None identified

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Flammable solids Category 2 Respiratory Sensitization Category 1 Skin Sensitization