COPPER BASE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

29 CFR 1910.1200) OSHA/HCS status : This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

COMBUSTIBLE DUSTS ACUTE TOXICITY (oral) - Category 4 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 1 RESPIRATORY SENSITIZATION - Category 1 SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1 GERM CELL MUTAGENICITY - Category 1 CARCINOGENICITY - Category 2 TOXIC TO REPRODUCTION - Category 1B SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE) - Category 2

Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity

1.8% (oral), 9.5% (dermal), 1.8% (inhalation)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye damage. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause genetic defects. Suspected of causing cancer. May damage fertility or the unborn child. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. May form combustible dust concentrations in air.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection. Wear respiratory protection. Do not breathe dust or mist. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace.

Response

IF exposed or concerned Get medical advice or attention. IF INHALED Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms Call a POISON CENTER or doctor. IF SWALLOWED Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs Get medical advice or attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

Supplemental label elements

Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames elements and other ignition sources. No smoking. Prevent dust accumulation. WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY. Please refer to the SDS for additional information. Keep out of reach of children. Do not transfer contents to other containers for storage.

2.3 Other hazards

None known.