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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Main Hazards Irritant May cause sensitisation by skin contact Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin

Potential health effects

Inhalation - Ingestion Inhalation of the fumes or ingestion may cause headache, nausea, muscular pain. Irritation of the eyes and nose may result from contact with soldering fumes. Contact with the skin may cause sensitisation and there is the risk of accumulative affects through repeated ingestion of lead. Chronic (Prolonged effects) Anaemia, insomnia, weakness, constipation, nausea and abdominal pain due to ingestion. Skin rash, damage of mucous membrane due to skin exposure and inhalation. Possibility of Asthmatic reactions through repeated exposure to soldering fumes.