Stainless Steel

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Stainless Steel is considered an article and not hazardous in its solid form. However, certain processes such as cutting, grinding, milling, and welding could result in some hazardous materials being emitted. The following classification information is for the hazardous elements which may be emitted during these processes. Components Acute toxicity – Oral – Category 4 Respiratory Sensitizer – Category 1 Skin Sensitizer – Category 1 Eye irritation – Category 2B Carcinogenicity– Category1B STOT (RE) – Respiratory system – Category 1 Toxic to Reproduction – Category 1B

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Danger

Hazard statements

The mixture does not meet the criteria for classification when in alloy form. May cause cancer May cause allergy or asthma or breathing difficulties if inhaled Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Suspected of damaging the unborn child Harmful if swallowed May cause allergic skin reaction May cause respiratory irritation Causes eye irritations

Prevention

Under normal use and handling of the solid form of this material there are few preventive or precautionary measures required. Cutting, welding, melting, grinding etc. of these materials will produce dust, fume or particulate containing the component elements of these materials. Exposure to the dust, fume or particulate of these materials may present significant health hazards. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/vapor/spray Do not eat, drink or smoke when handling this product. Wash thoroughly after handling Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace

Response

In general no treatment is necessary when handling in compound form. See first aid.

Storage

Store away from incompatible materials such as mineral acids

Disposal

Reuse or recycle material whenever possible