ToughMet Alloys

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Sensitization, skin Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 1 exposure

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 3

Signal word

Warning Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause allergic skin reaction. Suspected of causing cancer. Causes damage to organs. Causes damage to organs (). Causes damage to organs (respiratory system) through prolonged or repeated exposure by inhalation.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Before use, obtain special instructions and learn how to work with these products safely.

Response

If on skin Wash with plenty of water. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of water. IF INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center/doctor. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container (in accordance with related regulations). Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.

Additional information

8.5% of the mixture consists of component(s) of unknown long-term hazards to the aquatic environment. For further information, please contact the Product Stewardship Department at +1.800.862.4118.