SHOTSHELL LOADED ROUNDS

Hazard statements (CLP)

H317, H333

Code

Statements

H317

May cause an allergic skin reaction

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

CAUTION! EXPLOSIVE. KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT. DO NOT SUBJECT TO MECHANICAL SHOCK. PARTICLES FROM FIRING MAY BE HARMFUL IF INHALED. DO NOT TAKE INTERNALLY.

Hazard statements

(for dust or fume) Degree of hazard (0 = low, 4 = extreme) Hazardous Materials Identification System (HMIS) Health: 0 Flammability: 2

Physical hazards

Explosive: 2 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Mixture. Not rated. HUMAN THRESHOLD RESPONSE DATA Odor Threshold: Unknown Irritation Threshold: Unknown Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH) Value(s): The IDLH for this product is not known. The IDLH for manganese is 500 mg/m3. The IDLH for chromium is 250 mg/m3. The IDLH for copper, tin and lead is 100 mg/m3. The IDLH for nitroglycerin is 75 mg/m3. The IDLH for antimony is 50 mg/m3. The IDLH for nickel is 10 mg/m3. The IDLH for arsenic is 5 mg/m3.

Potential health effects

This product is composed of a plastic tube which contains the various components completely sealed within. Therefore, under normal handling of this product, no exposure to any harmful materials will occur. When the ammunition is fired, a small amount of particles may be generated which may be slightly irritating to the eyes and the respiratory tract. The particles may contain trace amounts of these harmful substances: Lead: Ingestion of large amounts of lead can cause abdominal pain, constipation, cramps, nausea and/or vomiting. Chronic exposure to lead can cause kidney damage, anemia, reproductive effects, developmental effects and permanent nervous system damage in humans including changes in cognitive function. Nitroglycerin: Will produce dilation of blood vessels and drop in blood pressure which may affect the heart. It has also been shown to cause methemoglobinemia (cyanosis). Copper: Inhalation of high concentrations of metallic copper dusts or fumes may cause nasal irritation and/or nausea, vomiting and stomach pain. Nickel: Repeated exposure may cause an allergic skin reaction consisting of itching, redness, swelling, and rash or urticaria (hives) in sensitized individuals. Epidemiological studies in humans have shown an association between lung and nasal cancers and prolonged occupational exposures to high concentrations of nickel. Chromium: Exposure to high concentrations of chromium dusts or fumes can cause severe respiratory and nasal irritation. Prolonged or repeated exposures to chromium dusts or fumes may cause perforation of the nasal septum, bloody nose and other symptoms of severe nasal irritation. Arsenic: Epidemiological studies in humans have shown an association between increased incidences of lung and skin cancer and prolonged exposures to high concentrations of arsenic. Arsenic is classified as a known human carcinogen. Manganese: Chronic exposure to very high concentrations of manganese dust has caused nervous system effects including muscle weakness, tremors, and behavioral changes. It is unlikely that the amount of particles that someone would be exposed to from firing a loaded round would be sufficient to cause MSDS No.: 000068.0001 Page 3 of 8 any of these effects.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

Exposure to dust or fume may aggravate an existing dermatitis, asthma, emphysema, or other respiratory disease or neurological condition. Exposure to lead can aggravate anemia, cardiovascular and respiratory disease.

Environmental effects

Product has not been tested for environmental properties. Lead shot has been shown to be toxic to aquatic species.