TenacityTM No. 6 Flux Paste

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

3.1

EU Classification

Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC as amended

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Xn ; R22 Hazard Summary

Physical hazards

Not classified for physical hazards.

Health hazards

As supplied, the product is harmful by ingestion, and will be irritating to the eyes. Skin contact may cause moderate irritation. If the skin is broken immediate irritation will occur on contact.

Environmental hazards

Not classified for hazards to the environment. Specific hazards The main hazards associated with this product arise when it is used as a brazing flux. On heating it will fume slightly and with overheating the flux fume will increase. The fumes produced may include hydrogen fluoride and boron trifluoride, which can cause irritation of the nasal passages, eyes and throat. Severe long term exposure to flux fume may result in fluorosis. To minimize the evolution of flux fume always use the product with brazing filler metals that have liquidus temperatures of no greater than 750oC. Main symptoms Sensitisation. Irritation of nose and throat. Irritation of eyes and mucous membranes.

2.2 Label elements

Label according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC as amended

R-phrase(s)

R22 Harmful id swallowed R62 Possible risk of impaired fertility R63 Possible risk of harm to the unborn child Harmful R22 Harmful if swallowed

S-phrase(s)

S29 Do not empty into drains S2 Keep out of the reach of children S23 Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray (appropriate wording to be specifield by the manufacturer) S37 Wear suitable gloves S46 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. S51 Use only in well-ventilated areas

2.3 Other hazards

Not a PBT or vPvB substance or mixture.