TruZinc Plus Steel, ReziBond

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Hazard statements

Does not pose a health hazard in its normal form. Inhalation of metal dust and fume may result from further processing by the user, particularly during welding, burning, grinding and machining activities. These potential health hazards should be evaluated by the user. A non-metallic passivation treatment is normally applied based upon customer/end use criteria. These non- metallic coatings may contain hazardous substances of varying amounts. During processing, substances of varying chemical composition and quantity may be generated by the surface passivant. MSDS information regarding the surface passivant shall be supplied to the user upon request. Carcinogenity: Certain chromium and nickel compounds as well as organic compounds found in various coating materials have been listed as carcinogens by the NTP, IARC, or OSHA.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Individuals with chronic respiratory disorders (i.e., asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, etc.) may be adversely affected by any fume or airborne particulate matter exposure.

Potential chronic health

Chronic inhalation concentrations of iron oxide fumes or dusts may lead to a benign pneumoconiosis (siderosis). Inhalation of high concentrations of ferric oxide may possibly enhance the risk of lung cancer development in workers exposed to pulmonary carcinogens. Chronic inhalation concentrations of aluminum fumes or dusts may lead to a fibrotic lung condition known as Shaver.s disease; however, evidence for this is not conclusive since affected workers were exposed to other substances (silica) as well. The inhalation of high concentrations of dust from manganese, copper, lead and/or zinc in the respirable particle size range can cause an influenza- like illness termed metal fume fever. Typical symptoms last 12 to 48 hours and are characterized by metallic taste in mouth, dryness and irritation of the throat, followed by weakness, muscle pain, fever and chills. Continuous exposures to high concentrations of manganese can cause central nervous system disorders and .manganese pneumonia.. Fibrosis of lung tissue from manganese exposure has also been reported for products containing manganese only. Overexposure to aluminum dust can cause shortness of breath. Long term inhalation exposure to high concentrations (overexposure) to pneumoconiotic agents may act synergistically with inhalation of oxides, fumes or dusts of this product to cause toxic effects. Prolonged or repeated contact with unprotected skin may result in skin irritation. Torching or burning operations on steel products with oil or organic coating may produce emissions which can be irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract.

Precautionary statements

Inhalation of metal dust and fume may result from further processing by the user, particularly during welding, burning, grinding and machining activities. These potential health hazards should be evaluated by the user.