Aluminum Oxide

Hazardous Ingredients

Amorphous Silica, Iron Oxide, Aluminum Oxide

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Carcinogen – Category 1A Eye Irritant – Category 2A Skin Irritant – Category 2 Acute Toxicity (Oral) – Category 4 Specific Target Organ Toxicity Single Exposure – Category 2 (respiratory) Specific Target Organ Toxicity Repeat Exposure – Category 1 (respiratory) 2.2a Signal word DANGER!

Hazard statements

Causes cancer through chronic inhalation of dust. Causes serious eye irritation Causes skin irritation. Harmful if swallowed. May cause damage to lungs and kidneys through inhalation of dust. Causes damage to lungs and kidneys through prolonged or repeated inhalation of dust. 2.2c Pictograms Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves, eye protection, and protective clothing. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not breathe dust or swallow. Do not get on skin. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Wash contacted hands, skin and hair thoroughly after handling. Immediately seek medical advice or attention if symptoms are significant or persist. Dispose of contents/containers in accordance with all regulations.

Additional information

The intended use of this product is abrasive blasting for cleaning and modification of surfaces. OSHA warns that workers must be protected from hazardous dust levels including toxic metals which may be generated from the underlying substrate and coatings being blasted. Read “OSHA® FactSheet – Protecting Workers from the Hazards of Abrasive Blasting Materials” and other guidance and all applicable regulations. Before use, consider not only the information in this SDS about this product but also the hazards associated with the process and substrate and coatings which may generate hazardous dust. Ensure that this product is used in compliance with all federal, state/provincial, and local regulations. In most situations, worker safety training plus engineering & administrative controls are required. Establish a comprehensive personal protective equipment (PPE) program including, but not limited to protecting, eyes, face, skin, feet, breathing and hearing. 2.3a HNOC – Hazards not otherwise classified: Not applicable 2.3b Unknown Acute Toxicity: None SECTION III HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION