All Steel Grades

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Product is a solid iron alloy. As supplied, this product does not present a physical or health hazard. Processing of the product for some final uses can include formation of dusts, particulates or fumes which may present certain health hazards. Dusts from this product may pose a dust explosion hazard. Contact of molten product with water can cause an explosion hazard. Firefighters should wear a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus with full face piece.

Potential health effects

Eyes Dust or powder may be irritating to the eyes. Rubbing may cause abrasion of the cornea. Skin Dust or powder may irritate the skin. Rubbing may increase mechanical irritation to the skin. Product contains chromium and nickel, which may cause an allergic skin reaction. No components of this product are known to be absorbed through the skin. Ingestion Dusts or powders may cause temporary irritation of the throat, stomach and gastrointestinal tract. Inhalation Dusts and powders from this product may cause irritation to the nasal passages and respiratory tract. When inhaled in very large amounts, damage to the lung may occur. Dusts, particulates or fumes that may be produced may contain metals that cause metal fume fever, a transitory condition including fever, chills, aches, cough and general malaise. Repeated exposure may lead to respiratory sensitization reactions, producing an asthma-like condition.

HMIS® ratings

Health 1* Fire 0 Reactivity 0 Pers. Prot. safety glasses, gloves Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe * = Chronic hazard