Vitrified Bonded Abrasives

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

29 CFR 1910.1200) Emergency overview Appearance: Form: solid Color: varying colors Odor: No data available

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Carcinogenicity - Category 1A;

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May cause cancer.

Precautionary statements

Obtain special instructions before use. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point.

Additional information

The hazard identification is based on a formalistic procedure as the hazard statements of the ingredients are summarized under section 3. This does not correspond to the hazardousness of the product itself. A greater hazard, in most cases, is the exposure to the dust/fumes from the material or paint/coatings being ground. Most of the dust generated during grinding is from the base material being ground and the potential hazard from this exposure must be evaluated. This dust may present a fire or dust explosion hazard and may present a serious health hazard. Regulatory status This material is considered hazardous by the U.S. OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) and WHMIS in Canada.

2.3 Other hazards

Mechanical processing can produce particles and dust. Inhalation of dust may cause irritation of the respiratory system. The product in the delivered form is not dust explosion capable; the enrichment of fine dust however leads to the danger of dust explosion. May cause sensitisation especially in sensitive humans. see section 11: Toxicological information