Zinc wire

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA Hazards Emergency overview Physical state Color Gray Odor Odorless

Signal word

CAUTION

Hazard statements

These warnings pertain to the by-products produced during thermal spray. May cause eye and skin irritation.

Precautionary statements

Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. OSHA/HCS status While this material is not considered hazardous by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910:1200), this SDS contains valuable information critical to the safe handling and proper use of the product. This SDS should be retained and available for employees and other users of this product. By-products generated during the thermal spray process are considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard. The health hazards described in this SDS pertain to the by-products generated during thermal spray.

Potential Acute Health Effects

Inhalation None known Ingestion None known 1 Skin Slightly irritating to the skin Eyes Slightly irritating to the eyes

Potential chronic health

effects No known significant effects or critical hazards. Carcinogenicity None known Mutagenicity None known

Teratogenic Effects

None known Developmental effects None known Fertility effects None known Target organs Contains material that may cause damage to following organs: skin. Over-exposure signs/symptoms Inhalation Inhalation of zinc fumes may cause metal fume fever. Other effects such as difficulty in breathing, sneezing and coughing may occur. Ingestion No specific data Skin Adverse symptoms may include the following: Irritation Redness Eyes Adverse symptoms may include the following: Irritation Watering Redness Medical conditions Aggravated by over- Exposure None known.