Octolux Sheet Aluminum (All thicknesses)

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Not classified. Material is non-hazardous

Signal word

Not applicable

Hazard pictograms

Not applicable

Precautionary statements

No known hazards for material as supplied. During fabrication operations such milling, welding, sawing, brazing, grinding and machining etc. may be hazardous to your health.

Appearance/Odor

Thin to thick, rigid sheet aluminum, various thicknesses/colors. No significant odor. WARNING: : Milling, welding, sawing, brazing, grinding and machining, etc. of this material may generate airborne nuisance dust. This dust may cause eye, nose, skin, and upper respiratory tract irritation. Use of appropriate personal protection and/or engineering controls (such as local exhaust ventilation) should be employed.

Potential health effects

Dust generated during fabrication of this material may cause irritation of the eyes, nose skin and upper respiratory tract. Asthmatic conditions maybe aggravated by the dust generated.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Eye contact, skin contact and inhalation Eyes : Dust generated during fabrication could cause eye irritation (tears, blurred vision and redness). In case of eye contact with dusts, rinse affected eye for at least 15 minutes with clean water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Skin : The dust generated during installation or fabrication may cause moderate skin irritation. Avoid prolonged skin exposure to dust. Rinse skin with mild soap if contact occurs. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Ingestion : Not likely to occur and not expected to cause a significant toxic response. However, ingestion of dust could cause irritation of the mouth, throat and stomach. If this occurs, rinse mouth with clean water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Inhalation : Welding, sawing, brazing, grinding and machining, etc. of this material may generate airborne dust that may cause eye, nose and upper respiratory tract irritation. Use appropriate personal protection and/or engineering controls (such as local exhaust ventilation. Medical Conditions : Chromium Dust: Can cause irritation of eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Chromium and trivalent chromium IARC/NTP: Not classified by IARC Nickel Dust and Fumes: Can cause irritation of eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Skin Contact: Can cause sensitization and allergic contact dermatitis. Chronic Overexposures: Can cause perforation of the nasal septum, inflammation of the nasal passages, respiratory sensitization, asthma and scarring of the lungs. Nickel Metal IARC/NTP: Listed as “reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen” by the NTP. Listed as possibly carcinogenic to humans by IARC (Group 2B). Manganese Dust or Fumes Chronic Overexposures Can cause inflammation of the lung tissue, scarring of the lungs, central nervous system damage, secondary Parkinson’s disease and reproductive harm in males. Silicon, Inert Dusts Chronic Overexposures Can cause chronic bronchitis and narrowing of the airways. Aluminum Dust, Fines and Fumes: Low health risk by inhalation. Generally considered to be biologically inert (milling, cutting, grinding). Aggravated by Exposure : Asthmatic conditions may be aggravated by additional dust exposure. Target Organs : Lungs (From dust generated during fabrication only)