Silver Plated Copper Particle Filled Silicone Adhesive

WHMIS Classification

Class D2B (Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects, Toxic Material) OSHA This material is classified as hazardous under OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910.1200)

Health hazards

Emergency Overview Tan Paste. Odorless. Caution! May cause eye and skin irritation. May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory irritation. Could result in pulmonary edema (fluid accumulation). May be harmful or fatal if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal irritation. This material is a potention aspiration hazard.

Potential health effects

Signs and symptoms of short-term (acute) exposure Skin May cause mild to moderate irritation. Symptoms may include redness, itching, and swelling. Eyes May cause mild to moderate irritation. Avoid heating, which will result in the liberation of formaldehyde gas. Formaldehyde gas causes moderate to severe eye irritation. Ingestion May cause irritation to mucous membrane. May cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Aspiration into the lungs during swallong may cause chemical pneumonitis, which can be fatal. Inhalation Vapours in high concentration may cause irritation of respiratory system. Avoid heating, which will result in the liberation of formaldehyde gas. Formaldehyde causes severe respiratory irritaion, lung inflammation, and pulmonary edema. Effects of long-term (chronic) exposure Prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis.

Hazard pictograms

Carcinogenic status : See TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION, Section 11. Additional health hazards : See TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION, Section 11.

Environmental effects

See ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION, Section 12 1 of 6