5.56MM FX NT.MSDS(E)
Rev. 1
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL
MANUFACTURER
SYSTEMS ?CANADA INC.
5, Mont閑 des Arsenaux
Le Gardeur, Qu閎ec, Canada
J5Z 2P4
(450) 581-3080
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER:
1-888-922-3330 (Canada/U.S.A.)
24-HOUR NUMBER:
1-514-981-5228 (International)
ERP2-1388
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN:
5.56mm FX?Marking Cartridge, Training Ammunition
MATERIAL:
TOXFREE?br>
(Red, Blue, Green, Orange, Yellow, White)
June 2008
ISSUE DATE
SECTION #1: PRODUCT INFORMATION
SIMUNITION?FX?Marking Cartridge,
Product Family:
TOXFREE甌raining Ammunition
Proper Shipping name : CARTRIDGES, SMALL ARMS
CLASS: 1.4S, UN0012
SECTION # 2: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
LD50 OF MATERIAL
LC50 OF MATERIAL
% (SPECIES AND
COMPONENTS CAS NUMBER
(SPECIES)
ROUTE)
CARTRIDGE CASE (BRASS)
52 7440-50-8 Not established Not established
Copper (dust)
22 7440-66-6 Not established Not established
Zinc (as zinc oxide dust)
PROJECTILE
1.5 9010-79-1 Not established Not established
Polypropylene
Marking compound
<0.1 Not established Not established Not established
Various Dyes
0.1-1 151-21-3 1280 mg/kg oral Rat 3900 mg/kg oral Rat
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
0.1-1 7727-43-7 Not established Not established
Barium Sulfate
SABOT AND SEALING DISC
19.9 105-57-7 4570 mg/kg oral rat 4000 mg/kg oral rat
Acetal
<0.1 50-00-0 800 mg/kg oral-Rat 0.82 mg/lt Inha.-Rat
Formaldehyde
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SECTION # 2: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
LD50 OF MATERIAL
LC50 OF MATERIAL
% (SPECIES AND
COMPONENTS CAS NUMBER
(SPECIES)
ROUTE)
PROPELLANT
9004-70-0 Not established Not established
0.1-1
Nitrocellulose
<0.1 7751-79-1 3015 mg/kg ora Not established
Potassium Nitrate
<0.1 55-63-0 105mg/kg oral rat Not established
Nitroglycerine (skin)
<0.1 85-98-3 Not established Not established
Ethyl centralite
<0.1 122-39-4 300 mg/kg oral g- pig Not established
Diphenylamine (DPA)
<0.1 7782-42-5 Not established Not established
Graphite
PRIMER CUP
1.6 7440-50-8 Not established Not established
Copper (dust)
0.1-1 7440-66-6 Not established Not established
Zinc (as zinc oxide dust)
PRIMER
<0.1 Not established Not established Not established
Ball Powder
<0.1 87-31-0 Not established Not established
DDNP (Diazodinitrophenol)
<0.1 109-27-3 Not established Not established
Tetracene
<0.1 7440-69-9 Not established Not established
Bismuth
0.1-1 1304-76-3 5000 mg/kg oral Not established
Bismuth Trioxyde
<0.1 7429-90-5 Not established Not established
Aluminium Powder
<0.1 115-77-5 25500 mg/kg oral Not established
PETN (Pentaerythritol)
mus
SECTION # 3: PHYSICAL DATA
PHYSICAL DATA:
Not applicable
Boiling Point:
Not applicable
Melting Point:
Not applicable
Vapor Pressure:
Marking compounds only
Solubility (Water)
Not applicable
Evaporation Rate:
Not applicable
Percent Volatile:
Not applicable
Vapor Density (AIR-1)
Not applicable
Bulk Density:
Brass casewith molded thin walled polypropylene projectile filled with colored marking
Appearance
compound. Small amount of propellant
Yes (marking compound, faint odor of fatty substances)
Odor:
None
Odor Threshold
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SECTION # 3: PHYSICAL DATA
Yes (propellant)
Flammable:
Not applicable
Pyrophoric:
Yes (primer)
Explosive:
No
Unstable:
Yes (primer)
Water Reactive:
SECTION # 4: FIRE & EXPLOSION DATA
Not Applicable
Flash Point:
120 癈 (250癋) (primer formulation)
Auto Ignition Temperature:
Not Applicable
Upper Explosive Limits (%):
Not Applicable
Lower Explosive Limits (%):
Fire and Explosion Hazards:
May ignite if heated to 120癈 independent of air. Unconfined ignited cartridges can produce low velocity metallic
fragments which may cause eye injury or superficial skin wounds if unprotected by standard firefighter turnout gear.
Water
Extinguishing Media:
Special Fire Fighting Instructions:
Cool containing vessel with water jet in order to prevent ignition.
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Use flooding quantities of water.
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Consider evacuation for 15 meters (50 feet) in all directions.
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Wear full firefighter protective equipment including face shield or SCBA Use wide fog pattern nozzle to stop any low
velocity fragments. Use water to cool ordinary combustibles below ignition temperature of 120?C.
Sealing Disc is made with of acetal which contains a very small amount of Formaldehyde. In case of mass fire, this
part will burn with visible flame and the hazardous gases/vapors produced will be CO and formaldehyde. Keep
personnel removed and upwind of fire.
Supplemental Information:
Packages bearing the 1.4S label or packages containing material classified as 1.4S are designed or packaged in
such manner that when involved in a fire, may burn vigorously with localized detonations and projection of
fragments.
Effects are usually confined to immediate vicinity of packages.
If fire threatens cargo area containing packages bearing the 1.4S label or packages containing material classified
as 1.4S, consider isolating at least 15 meters (50 feet) in all directions. Fight fire with normal precautions from a
reasonable distance.
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SECTION # 4: FIRE & EXPLOSION DATA
Transportation Emergencies: Contact
1-888-922-3330 (Canada/U.S.A.) 1-514-981-5228 (International)
Consult the Transport Canada Response Guide book for instructions for handling emergencies involving this
product.
SECTION # 5: REACTIVITY DATA
Stable under normal use conditions
Stability
Will not occur
Polymerization
Individual cartridges may ignite if the primer is struck. Cartridge may
Conditions to Avoid
ignite if heated to 120癈 (250 癋) independent of air
Oils, Acids, Alkalis, Ammonia and other corrosive materials
Incompatible Materials
Nitrogen Oxides, Carbon and Carbon Oxides. Other dust and fumes
Hazardous Decomposition
may also be produced
Materials
SECTION # 6: TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Physical Hazards:
Yes (primer)
Oxydizer:
No
Organic Peroxide:
No
Corrosive:
No
Compressed Gas:
Yes (propellant formulation)
Irritant:
Yes (propellant formulation)
Skin Hazard:
Yes
Eye Hazard:
No
Toxic Agent:
No
Sensitizer:
No
Carcinogen:
No
Reproductive Toxin:
Yes (diphenylamine)
Blood Toxin:
No
Nervous System Toxin:
Yes (graphite)
Lung Toxin:
Yes (diphenylamine)
Liver Toxin:
Yes (diphenylamine)
Kidney Toxin:
Potential Health Effects:
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SECTION # 6: TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Inhalation: After cartridges have been fired, dust, vapours, and/or fumes may be irritating to the respiratory
system.*
Ingestion: When cartridges are fired or otherwise discharged, dust, vapours, and or fumes may be absorbed
by the digestive system and be irritating.*
Skin Contact: After cartridges have been fired, dust, vapours, and/or fumes may cause irritation.*
Skin Absorption: After cartridges have been fired, dust, vapours, and/or fumes can be absorbed through the
pores if left on the skin.*
Eye Contact: After cartridges have been fired, dust, vapours, and/or fumes may cause irritation.
Effects of Overexposure to products of combustion:
Acute Overexposure: If left untreated, weakness, vomiting, loss of appetite, uncoordinated body movements,
convulsion, stupor, and possibly coma may occur. Damage is possible to the reproductive systems in both
males and females.*
SECTION # 6: TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Exposure Limits of Material:
ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL
REMARKS
COMPONENTS
(TWA) (TWA)
CARTRIDGE CASE (BRASS), PRIMER
CUP
1 mg / m3 1 mg / m3 Irritation, Metal fume
Copper (Dust)
fever, Gastrointestinal
5 mg / m3 Metal fume fever
Zinc (as zinc oxyde) 2 mg / m3
PROJECTILE
Not established Not established
Polyprolylene
Marking compound
Not established
Various Dyes Not established
Not established
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Not established
10 mg / m3 15 mg / m3 Insoluble in water
Barium Sulfate
SABOT AND SEALING DISC
Not established Not established
Acetal
0.3ppm 0.75ppm A2
Formaldehyde*
PROPELLANT
Nitrocellulose Not established Not established
Eye Irritation
Potassium Nitrate Not established Not established
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SECTION # 6: TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
CVS (cardiovascular system)
Nitroglycerine 0.05 ppm 0.2 ppm
Ethyl centralite
Not established Not established
Liver, Kidney, blood, A4
Diphenylamine 10 mg/m3 10 mg/m3
2.5 mg/m? 2.5mg/m? Respirable particulate
Graphite
PRIMER
Not established Not established
Ball Powder
Not established Not established
DDNP (Diazodinitrophenol)
Not established Not established
Tetrazene
Not established Not established
Bismuth
3 mg / m3 5 mg / m3
Bismuth Trioxyde
1 mg / m3 5 mg / m3 A4
Aluminium Powder
Not established Not established
PETN (Pentaerythritol)
* NB: Formaldehyde: Formaldehyde is an ingredient of the polymeric matrix of the sealing disc and will not be present
in air, except when complete incineration occurs, formaldehyde emission should be considered.
CARCINOGENICITY DESIGNATION A4 - Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen: Inadequate data on which to classify the
substance as a human and/or animal carcinogen.
NOTE: In many jurisdictions, exposure limits are similar to the ACGIH TLVs. Since the manner in which exposure limits are
established, interpreted and implemented can vary, obtain detailed information from the appropriate government agency in
each jurisdiction.
CARCINOGENICITY DESIGNATION A3 - Animal Carcinogen: Substance is carcinogenic in laboratory animals under
conditions that are not considered relevant to worker exposure. Available human studies and evidence suggest that the
substance is not likely to cause cancer in humans except under unusual or unlikely routes or levels of exposure. Worker
exposure to an A3 carcinogen should be controlled to levels as low as reasonably achievable below the TLV.
CARCINOGENICITY DESIGNATION A2 ?Suspected Human Carcinogen: Human data are accepted as adequate in quality
but are conflicting or insufficient to classify the agent as a confirmed human carcinogen; OR, the agent is carcinogenic in
experimental animals at dose(s), by route(s) of exposure, at site, of historic types(s), or by mechanism(s) considered relevant
to worker exposure. The A2 is used primarily when there is limited evidence of carcinogenicity in humans and sufficient
evidence of carcinogenicity in experimental animals with relevance to humans.
BIOLOGICAL EXPOSURE INDICES (BEIs): The ACGIH has adopted a BEI for this chemical. BEIs provide an indication of
worker exposure by measuring the chemical or its breakdown products in the body or by measuring biochemical changes
resulting from exposure to the chemical. Consult the BEI documentation for further information.
NOTE: In many jurisdictions, exposure limits are similar to the ACGIH TLVs. Since the manner in which exposure limits are
established, interpreted, and implemented can vary, obtain detailed information from the appropriate government agency in
each jurisdiction.
Many jurisdictions have specific regulations requiring worksite programs for lead. Obtain detailed information from the
appropriate government agency in each jurisdiction.
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SECTION # 7: PREVENTIVE MEASURES
General Safety Precautions:
Avoid impact on primer which is impact sensitive.
Ventilation:
Use in well ventilated area.
Protective Equipment ?Eyes:
Wear ANSI-approved goggles or Safety glasses.
Protective Equipment ?Gloves:
Not generally required.
Protective Equipment ?Respirator:
Use NIOSH approved respirator to maintain exposure level below listed PEL's and or TLV's in a non-vented
area.
Protective Equipment ?Hearing Protection:
No hearing protection required, according to MIL-STD-1474D
Preventive measures during FX?training activities :
Special and dedicated protective equipment must be worn.
Follow recommendations in the Simunition?training manual.
Mandatory specialized equipment includes complete face, throat, body and groin protection. No exposed skin
during training.
A cup protector is strongly recommended.
Leak and Spill Procedure /Waste Disposal:
Eliminate all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area)
Cool product with water before handling.
Wet spilled material originating from damaged cartridges before removing.
Do not clean up or dispose of, except under supervision of a specialist.
The recommended means for disposing of scrap material usually involves demilitarization of cartridges (i.e.:
separating all explosive elements for individual destruction, it can also be done by open detonation but it is not the
preferred way.)
After components are scrapped by proper incineration, the remaining scrap material should be disposed of or
recycled in accordance with all applicable local, provincial (state) and federal regulations.
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SECTION # 7: PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Handling and Storage Precautions:
Store in a dry, cool area in the original container to assure performance. Keep out of reach of children and
unauthorized personnel. Avoid striking the primer of an unchambered cartridge. Remove ammunition from
service if any of the following conditions have occurred:
Prolonged storage at or above 40癈 (105 癋)
Evidence of corrosion
Physical damage
Exposure to oil or spray type lubricants
Avoid prolonged exposure to the sun
Cartridge can ignite if heated to 120癈 (250癋) independent of air.
SECTION # 8: FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes:
Wash with large amounts of fresh water for 15 minutes keeping eyelids open. Seek medical attention
Skin:
N/A
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure, to fresh air. Get medical attention if experiencing effects of overexposure.*
Additional Information:
N/A
* All hazards marked with an asterisk (*) are not expected to be present unless the product is fired, or otherwise
discharged so that gases, fumes, or projectiles are created. Normal handling and shipping should not cause
exposure to these hazards.
SECTION # 9: PREPARATION INFORMATION
Health and Security Department
Prepared by
(450) 581-3080
Phone number:
June 2008
Date:
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NOTICE OF READER
Even though great care has been taken in the preparation of the present document, GENERAL DYNAMICS
ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS ?CANADA INC offer no warranties and/or representation as
to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE
AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS ?CANADA INC will not assume responsibility towards the suitability of this
information in regards to the user's intended purposes or the consequences of its use. The reader should
determine the suitability of the information for their individual purpose.
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