Metallic Beryllium

Hazard statements (CLP)

H317, H350, H372

Code

Statements

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

Physical hazards

Not classified – beryllium products in article form

Health hazards

Sensitization: skin – Category 2 Carcinogenicity – Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure – Category 1 (Respiratory system)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction H350: May cause cancer by inhalation H372: Causes damage to organs (respiratory system) through prolonged or repeated exposure by inhalation

Precautionary statements

P201: Obtain special instructions before use P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264: Wash thoroughly after handling P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P285: In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection P405: Store locked up P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Unknown percentage statements (if needed): None known.

2.3 Other hazards

None known Hazardous Material Information System USA Health............................ 4 Fire Hazard................... 0 Reactivity....................... 0 Personal Protection....... NFPA Rating (estimated) Health............................ 3 Flammability.................. 0 Reactivity....................... 0