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SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EYES: Contact with eyes may cause severe irritation and possible eye burns. SKIN: May cause severe irritation and possible burns. INGESTION: May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. INHALATION: May cause irritation and burns to the respiratory tract. NOTE: Exposure levels for elements in this alloy are listed in SECTION 2. The following health data is for specific elements: SILVER Absorption of silver compounds by ingestion, inhalation or through broken skin can cause argyria, a permanent bluish-grey discoloration of the skin, conjuctiva and mucous membranes. Generalized argyria develops after 2 to 25 years of exposure. There are no systematic effects or symptoms and no physical disability. Silver is considered an experimental equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS criteria. GALLIUM May cause bone marrow depression. INDIUM May cause fetal effects based upon animal studies. May cause lung damage and blood abnormalities. Target Organs: Blood, kidneys, liver, lungs. RUTHENIUM The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. May be harmful if swallowed.