FERROLOX

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Component CAS No. % wt OSHA PEL OSHA PEL ACGIH Listed Carcinogenic TWA 8/40h CEILING TLV (Yes/No) [mg/m3] [mg/m2] NTP IARC OSHA Ferric oxide* 1309-37-1 70-85% 10 5 NO * Ferric oxyhydroxide is not specifically listed by the OSHA as a pollutant; however, ferric oxide is the most related chemical compound classified by OSHA/NIOSH/ACGIH Emergency overview: Contact Product possess little hazard if spilled. May cause irritation through mechanical abrasion. May cause lung damage.

Principle Routes of Exposure

inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion Aggravation of pre-existing conditions: respiratory disorder Inhalation: Not expected to be irritating. Long-term exposure may cause permanent lung damage. Long term inhalation exposure to iron has resulted in mottling of the lungs, a condition referred to siderosis. This is considered a benign pneumoconiosis and does not ordinarily cause significant physiological impairment. Ingestion: Not expected to be a health hazard via ingestion. This product can cause mild irritation of gastrointestinal tract if swallowed in small amounts. Large amounts may cause gastrointestinal distur bances. Symptoms may include irritation, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea. Skin Contact: Not expected to be irritating. Long term eye exposures may stain the eye and leave a rust ring . Eye Contact: May cause irritation of eyes. Abrasive action of dust particulate may damage eye. . *