Silver

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification of the substance or mixture This product has been assessed and/or tested for its physical, health and environmental hazards and the following classifications apply

Hazard pictograms

None SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (CONT’D)

Signal word

Warning!

Hazard statements

May form combustible dust concentrations in air.

Prevention

None

Response

None

Storage

None

Disposal

None

2.3 Other hazards

Product is not hazardous in massive form. Hazard summary

Physical hazards

In massive form, this product does not exhibit physical hazards. Finely divided powder or dust can be a fire and explosion hazard when exposed to high temperatures or ignition sources. Particle size and dispersion in air determine reactivity

Health hazards

In massive form, this product is not considered a health hazard. Powder or dust may cause mechanical irritation of the skin, eyes, respiratory tract and digestive tract. Fumes can cause metal fume fever characterized by flu-like symptoms, metallic taste, fever, chills cough, weakness, chest pain and muscle pain. Argyria (silver poisoning) can be caused by large exposures. Argyria causes a characteristic blue tint to the skin

Environmental hazards

In massive form, this product is not considered an environmental hazard Powder or dust is very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Main symptoms In massive form, this product is not considered a health hazard. Powder or dust may cause skin, eye, respiratory tract and digestive tract irritation. Fumes can cause metal fume fever characterized by flu-like symptoms, metallic taste, fever, chills cough, weakness, chest pain and muscle pain. Ingestion can cause abdominal pain, convulsions and shock. Argyria (silver poisoning) can be caused by large exposures. Argyria causes a characteristic blue tint to the skin ON

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Combustible dust