SIFCO Process Cadmium (No Bake) Code 2023

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Clear liquid with no characteristic odor. Danger ! Toxic if swallowed. Very toxic by inhalation. Causes burns. Cancer Hazard. Severe Marine Pollutant. May cause sensitisation by inhalation and skin contact. May cause harm to the unborn child. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Emergency Response Guidebook #154

Principle Routes of Exposure

Inhalation? Yes Skin? Yes Eyes? Yes Ingestion? Yes

Health hazards

Acute and Chronic) INHALATION: Very toxic by inhalation. Vapors may irritate throat and respiratory system and cause coughing. May cause respiratory allergy. INGESTION: May cause stomach pain or vomiting. May cause severe internal injury. SKIN CONTACT: Causes burns. May cause sensitisation by skin contact. EYE CONTACT: Causes burns. Risk of serious damage to eyes. HEALTH WARNINGS: Gas or vapor is harmful on prolonged exposure or in high concentration. Known carcinogen for humans.

Potential chronic health

Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause damage to skin, eyes, respiratory system and teeth. May cause severe and delayed health effects such as inflammation of the lungs and chemical bronchitis. May increase possibility of prostate cancer. Signs and Symptoms Of Exposure Dependant on route(s) of entry. See section above for details.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Preexisting skin and eye conditions; respiratory system disorders.