CHO-BOND 1029, Part B

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview: Silver dry powder mild odor. May cause mild irritation of eyes, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. 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 Harmful if swallowed. Page 1 of 5 Chronic Effects 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. 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 elevated temperatures provide ventilation to control vapor exposure within