Brazing Alloy Powders with Titanium Hydride

Hazard statements (CLP)

H228, H319

Code

Statements

H228

Flammable solid

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP These products contain various percentages of titanium hydride (a flammable solid) and should be stored in sealed containers when not in use and kept away from ignition sources and hot surfaces. Metal fumes and dust are generated during melting and brazing operations. Hazardous levels of dust or metal fumes of alloy components can create health risks, as described below. Metallic dust and particles can cause a serious fire and/or explosion hazard. Classification

Hazard statements

H228 Flammable solid. H319 Causes eye irritation. Note: Accompanying alpha-numeric designations included to address EU regulations.

Precautionary statements

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. P280A + P264 Wear protective gloves to prevent skin contact or thermal burns during brazing operations. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P280B Wear ANSI-approved eye protection to prevent eye contact. P305 + P351 + P338 + If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove P337 + P313 contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical attention. P308 + P309 + P313 If exposed, concerned, or feel unwell: Get medical advice/attention. Other information about health hazards: Dust and fumes generated during brazing operations can cause skin and eye irritation. The materials in these products are not normally absorbed through the skin. Repeated or prolonged exposure to elevated concentrations of any airborne dust or fume can irritate or harm the respiratory system, especially as an aggravation to a pre-existing condition. Inhalation of significant quantities of very fine metal dust and metal fumes can cause “metal fume fever,” with flu-like symptoms. Avoid creating and breathing airborne dust and fumes. Other information about physical hazards: Brazing and soldering operations present a fire hazard to nearby combustible materials. Finely dispersed metal particles can form ignitable and explosive mixtures in air. Maintain good housekeeping.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Under the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling and the US OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, dust and fumes released during brazing operations are categorized as hazardous: (incl. Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]) Flammable solid, Category 2 H228 due to the presence of titanium hydride Eye irritant, Category 2B H319 due to the presence of indium in Incusil ABA, Incusil+14 TiH, Incusil+4TiH, and Incusil-25-ABA