CHO-FORM 5528

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview: Gray paste mild odor. May cause mild irritation of eyes, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Avoid skin contact; prolonged and repeated contact may cause blue-gray discoloration of the skin. Chronic health hazards. Refer to other sections of the MSDS for more detailed information.

HMIS® ratings

Health 1 Flammability 1 Reactivity 0 Routes of Entry Inhalation, skin and eye contact. Acute Effects Eye Skin Inhalation Contact may cause mild eye irritation. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause skin irritation. No irritation expected due to the low volatility of this product at room temperature. However, vapors at elevated temperatures may cause irritation of the mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Ingestion No information available.

Potential chronic health

Prolonged or repeated contact with silver may result in argyria, a blue-gray discoloration of the eyes, skin or other body tissue. Once deposited, there is no known means by which the silver can be eliminated; the pigmentation is permanent. This product contains small amounts of dimethyl cyclosiloxanes. Laboratory rodents Repeatedly exposed to octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane and decamethylcyclopentasiloxane by inhalation or ingestion developed increased liver weight as compared to controls. No gross or histopathological liver effects were noted. Special Condition Effects: When heated to temperatures above 150°C, in the presence of air, this product may form traces of formaldehyde. Formaldehyde is a potential cancer hazard, sensitizer and irritant. When handling at

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

No data available for this product mixture Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices by avoiding unnecessary exposure and by removing material from the eyes, skin and clothing.