Zinc Pellets (Zinc cut wire shot)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Under normal handling conditions the solid alloy presents no significant health hazards. Processing of the alloy by dust or fume producing operation (blasting, grinding, buffing, welding, heating, etc.) may result in the potential airborne metal particulates or fume. The exposure levels in section II are relevant to fumes and dusts.

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation  Skin Contact  Ingestion

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Persons with a predisposition to respiratory disorders may be adversely affected by particulates or respiratory irritants generated during the manufacturing process. Human Effects and Symptoms of Overexposure: General Effects of Exposure Inhalation may cause nose and throat irritation and metal fume fever and prolonged contact may cause dermatitis, discoloration of skin, hair, and teeth. Acute exposure to zinc dust or fume may cause irritation to the eyes, nose, and throat; leave a metallic taste in the mouth. Result in metal fume fever or produce flu-like symptoms. .  Cadmium – Loss of smell ulceration of the nose, shortness of breath (emphysema), kidney damage, and mild anemia. It has also been reported to cause an increase incidence of cancer of the prostate in men.  Copper – No chronic debilitating symptoms indicated.  Iron – Siderosis  Lead – Anemia, urinary dysfunction, metallic taste in mouth, weakness, constipation, nausea, nervous disorder.  Zinc – Chromosomal anomalies in leukocytes reported. Arthritis, lameness, and inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract reported in animal studies.