Phenolic Mounting Resins

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA GHS Acute toxicity, oral (Category 4)

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity, inhalation (Category 4) Eye irritation (Category 2A)

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

Hazard Statement(s): Acute toxicity, oral (Category 4) Acute toxicity, inhalation (Category 4) Eye irritation (Category 2A) Ordinary use of this product is unlikely to produce significant exposure to hazardous chemicals. PELS for these chemicals are set at levels designed to avoid any significant health risk and are achievable with proper material handling procedures, ventilation and housekeeping. Nevertheless, per OSHA requirement, we list the following possible health hazards if one were exposed to the following chemicals at levels much higher, or in a different form, then expected from ordinary use of this product. PHENOL Highly Toxic - Poisoning may occur via skin absorption, vapor inhalation, or ingestion. Inhalation of the vapors may cause severe irritation to the nose, throat, and respiratory tract. May cause liver, kidney and heart damage. FORMALDEHYDE Irritant to Eyes, Lungs, and Skin. Has been shown to cause cancer in laboratory animals. Listed as an IARC carcinogen. California law requires the following Statement be included: contains a chemical (formaldehyde) know to the state of California to cause cancer. National cancer institute study finds little evidence to connect formaldehyde exposure with cancer in humans. AMMONIA Irritant to eyes, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. POSSIBLE RESPRIABLE DUST COMPONENTS (UP TO 8% MAY GO THRU 100 MESH): COAL DUST Irritant to eyes, nose and throat. Can cause respiratory effect such as pneumoconiosis, bronchitis, emphysema and progressive massive fibrosis, with long exposure. FIBROUS GLASS Mechanical irritant to eyes, nose and skin. Can cause irritation and inflammation of the nasopharyngeal region and upper respiratory tract. GRAPHITE Irritant to eyes and respiratory tracts. Can cause pneumoconiosis, although studies suggest that pneumoconiosis is a mixed dust reaction. MICA Irritant to eyes. OSHA believes that the evidence strongly suggests that it is a pneumoconistic agent. MINERAL WOOL Irritant to eyes and skin. Several studies have shown excess risk of non malignant RIBER respiratory disease. TALC Irritant to eyes, mucous membranes and respiratory tracts. Medical evidence is complicated by the fact that talcs contain amphiboles and other minerals. WOOD FLOUR (SOFT) Irritant to eyes, mucous membranes and upper respiratory tracts. Various species of wood dust can elicit allergic contact dermatitis in sensitized individuals. May cause respiratory sensitization.

Precautionary statements

Precautionary Statement(s):

Prevention

P261-Avoid breathing P264-Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P270- Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271-Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280- Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

P301+312- IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell. P330- Rinse mouth. P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338- IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P312-Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P337-P313-IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

No information available

Disposal

P501- Dispose of contents/container to Federal, State and Local Regulations.