Carbon Mixes with Coal Tar Pitch

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classified as hazardous for carcinogenicity (Category 1B) under the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling and the US OSHA Hazard Communication Standard. Signal word, symbols, hazard and

Precautionary statements

Danger Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local and national regulations. Other information about health hazards: Dust from this material can irritate the skin and eyes. Coal tar pitch can have phototoxic effects on the skin: pitch residues on the skin can intensify the effect of sunlight on the skin, causing unexpectedly higher levels of sunburn. Avoid skin exposures. Wash well before spending time exposed to sunlight. Inhalation of dust may irritate the nose, throat and lungs. Repeated or prolonged exposure to elevated concentrations of airborne dust can irritate and harm the respiratory system, especially as an aggravation to a pre-existing condition. Avoid creating and breathing airborne dust. Coal tar pitch is a carcinogen and can presumably cause an increased risk of cancer where exposed (lung cancer through inhalation, skin cancer through skin exposure, possibly kidney or bladder cancer through excretion if absorbed into the body). Other information about physical hazards: Carbon/graphite dust is electrically conductive and dust accumulations on electrical equipment can cause short circuits resulting in electrical shock, fire or damage to equipment. Dust from this product contains graphite and may create slippery conditions. Accumulations of dust may present a combustible dust hazard. Maintain good housekeeping.

Hazard statements

May cause cancer.