040P GOLD PASTE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Product is a metallic gold paste with acrylic odor that may irritate eyes, skin and respiratory system. Product may also cause allergic skin reaction. Avoid breathing vapors. Avoid spillage to sewers or waterways.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Dermal, Inhalation, Ingestion

Potential Acute Health Effects

Irritant to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Effects may be delayed for several hours  Skin Contact: Potential irritant and can cause allergic skin reaction. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause sensitization.  Eye Contact: Liquid, vapors, or mists may cause eye irritation. Protect eyes from repeated or prolonged contact.  Inhalation: May cause irritation to upper respiratory tract upon prolonged or repeated inhalation.  Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Gastrointestinal tract irritation may result.

Potential chronic health

Chronic exposure of copper/zinc alloy may cause liver, kidneys, spleen injury, and/or development of anemia. Chronic toxicity is confined to those persons suffering from pre-existing Wilson’s disease.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

The following pre-existing medical conditions may be aggravated by exposure to this product: Chronic respiratory disease, impaired pulmonary functions, liver or kidney disease, skin or blood disorders and/or Wilson’s disease.

HMIS® ratings

Health - 2 Flammability - 1 Physical Hazard – 1 PPE – C

Physical hazards

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Health hazards

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Environmental hazards

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