GRADE 1200

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture GHS US classification Not classified

2.2 Label elements

GHS US labelling No labelling applicable

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Can occur: eye irritation, irritation of mucous membranes and skin irritation. Some raw materials may contain traces of natural occuring quartz. During machining the product (drilling, cutting, sanding, etc.), airborne dust can be released. As with most types of nuisance dust, excessive inhalation of dust may cause irritation of the bronchial tubes. The inhalation of quartz containing dust, in particular the fine dust fraction(respirable size), in high concentrations or over repeated or prolonged periods of time can be hazardous to health and may lead to chronic lung disease and an increased risk of lung cancer. This risk will be minimal if correct working practices are observed and applied. (Refer to Section 8). According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC Monograph Volume 100C - 2012) “Crystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz or cristobalite is carcinogenic to humans(Group 1).”. Some products of this GRADE family are supplied encapsulated in covering materials, such as woven glass cloth, non-woven polyester cloth, PE foil, aluminium foil and mica sheet. Some fibres, glass threads, covering materials or adhesives may be used that contain some organic fraction which may decompose upon first heating.

Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity

Not established.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Other hazards which do not result in classification