MG 300

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Skin sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if inhaled May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause cancer Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Appearance Coated electrode Physical state Solid Odor Odorless

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Specific treatment (see on this label) IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing

Storage

Store locked up

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

May be harmful in contact with skin Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects When this product is used in a welding process, the hazards are mostly from electric shock, heat, radiation, fumes and gases. Electric shock can kill. Arc rays, spatter, and melting metals can severely injure eyes and burn skin. Welding arc and sparks can cause fire Fumes and gases can be dangerous to your health. Certain medical studies have suggested that nervous system and/or lung damage can result from overexposure to welding fumes and gases The welding fumes and gases produced from welding rod, coating flux, and base metal in a welding process may contain manganese and manganese compounds, nickel and nickel compounds, chromium (VI) and chromium compound, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, and ozone Overexposure to manganese and its compounds may cause metal fume fever and affect the central nervous system. Prolonged inhalation of nickel and chromium (VI) compounds above safe exposure limits can cause cancer Unknown acute toxicity 96.875 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity 64.8661 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute oral toxicity 78 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute dermal toxicity 96.875 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute inhalation toxicity (gas) 96.875 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute inhalation toxicity (vapor) 79.875 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute inhalation toxicity (dust/mist)