Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
7440-50-8
Name of the chemical
Copper
Concentration
0.1-5%
General Information
Revision date
2009-09-09
Product name
Galva•Guard
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Zinc-tin solder
supplier name
MSDS Preparer
Manufacturer Name
MSDS Preparer
Emergency telephone
905-822-2022
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Teck Metals Ltd
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview: A silver metal that does not burn in bulk but may form explosive mixtures if dispersed in air as a fine powder. Contact with acids or alkalis may generate flammable hydrogen gas that can accumulate in poorly-ventilated areas. Do not use water or foam on molten metals in fire fighting. This product is relatively non-toxic and does not pose an immediate hazard to the health of emergency response personnel or to the environment in an emergency situation.
Potential health effects
Pure zinc, tin and copper are relatively non-toxic to humans. This product may cause mild local irritation to eyes, nose, throat and upper airways, particularly if the product is heated to the point of fuming. Acute over-exposure to zinc oxide fume may cause metal fume fever, characterized by flu-like symptoms such as chills, fever, nausea, and vomiting. Zinc, tin and copper are not listed as carcinogens by
Environmental effects
This product does not pose significant ecological risks in the form in which it is sold. However, spillage of the product onto soil and into water courses should be prevented. (See Ecological Information, Section 12) EU Risk Phrase(s): Not applicable - zinc, tin and copper are not dangerous substances.
