A395, A536, A476, A874, A897, Compacted Graphite Iron (CGI) A842

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Castings in final form, not machined or further processed by customers are considered articles and therefore do not pose a physical hazard or health risk to employees. The following classifications and information contained in this SDS are for castings further machined or processed by customers and therefore pose a potential physical hazard or health risk to employees. Dust or fumes released during machining, grinding, drilling, melting, casting, sawing, blasting, polishing, buffing, brazing, soldering, welding or thermal cutting of the product may produce airborne contaminants that are hazardous. Dust and/or fumes released during processing may contain hexavalent chromium, magnesium, manganese, molybdenum, nickel and respirable crystalline silica. The following classification information is for the hazardous substances that could be released or generated from such processes. Skin Sensitizer, Category 1 (nickel, hexavalent chromium) Carcinogen, Category 1 (Inhalation - respiratory tract (hexavalent chromium, nickel oxide, respirable crystalline silica) Specific Target Organ Toxicity Repeated Exposure, Category 1 (Inhalation - respiratory tract (hexavalent chromium, nickel, respirable crystalline silica) Specific Target Organ Toxicity Repeated Exposure, Category 2 (nervous system; manganese)

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

No adverse health effects expected if the product is handled in accordance with this Safety Data Sheet and the product label. Symptoms or effects that may arise if the product is mishandled and overexposure occurs include: May cause skin and eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause cancer through prolonged or repeated exposure via inhalation of fumes or respirable dust. Causes damage to respiratory system through prolonged or repeated exposure May cause damage to brain & nervous system through prolonged or repeated exposure

Prevention

Obtain any special instructions from your employer before use Do not handle unless and until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe fumes/dust in areas without adequate ventilation. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.

Response

Skin may be washed with soap and water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention 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. IF INHALED: If exposure results in breathing difficulties, remove person to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Get medical advice/attention. If overexposed or concerned about exposure: Get medical advice/attention. Storage/Disposal  Dispose of content and/or container in accordance with local, regional, national, and/or international regulations.