Beryllium wire

Hazard statements (CLP)

H301, H315, H317, H319, H330, H335, H350i, H372

Code

Statements

H301

Toxic if swallowed

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction Fatal if inhaled May cause respiratory irritation May cause cancer by inhalation Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Take off contaminated clothing If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous according to [US] OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1200, 2024) Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 2 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Skin Sensitization Category 1 Carcinogenicity Category 1A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system. Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 1 Target Organs - Lungs.