5307200.MSDS(E)
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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
1-888-922-3330 (Canada/U.S.A.)
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER:
1-514-981-5228 (International)
ERP2-1388
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN:
9mm CQT? Training Ammunition
MATERIAL:
January 23, 2009
ISSUE DATE:
SECTION #1: PRODUCT INFORMATION
SIMUNITION?Reduced Energy, Training Ammunition
Product Family:
Proper Shipping Name: CARTRIDGES, SMALL ARMS or CARTRIDGES FOR
WEAPONS, INERT PROJECTILE
Class: 1.4S, UN 0012
SECTION # 2: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
LD50 OF MATERIAL LC50 OF MATERIAL
%
COMPONENTS CAS NUMBER
(SPECIES AND ROUTE) (SPECIES)
Cartridge case
54.4 7440-50-8 Not established Not established
Copper
23.3 7440-66-6 Not established Not established
Zinc
<0.1 1309-37-1 5500mg/kg ipr-rat Not established
Iron (as iron oxide)
<0.1 7439-92-1 Not established Not established
Lead
Projectile
9.6 9002-88-4 102 mg/kg oral-rat Not established
Polyethylene
Sabot
12 105-57-7 4570mg/kg oral-rat 4000 mg/kg oral rat
Acetal
Propellant
0.1-1 9004-70-0 Not established Not established
Nitrocellulose
<0.1 55-63-0 105 mg/kg oral-rat Not established
Nitroglycerine
<0.1 122-39-4 300 mg/kg oral guinea pig Not established
Diphenylamine
<0.1 Various Not established Not established
Potassium salt
<0.1 7782-42-5 Not established Not established
Graphite
Primer
0.1-1 15245-44-0 Not established Not established
Lead styphnate
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SECTION # 2: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
LD50 OF MATERIAL LC50 OF MATERIAL
%
COMPONENTS CAS NUMBER
(SPECIES AND ROUTE) (SPECIES)
0.1-1 10022-31-8 355 mg/kg oral-rat Not established
Barium nitrate
SECTION # 3: PHYSICAL DATA
PHYSICAL DATA:
Not Applicable
Boiling Point:
Not Applicable
Melting Point:
Not Applicable
Vapour Pressure:
None
Solubility (Water):
Not Applicable
Evaporation Rate:
Not Applicable
Percent Volatile:
Not Applicable
Vapour Density (AIR-1):
Not Applicable
Bulk Density:
Small caliber cartridge, brass and plastic projectile
Appearance:
None
Odour:
None
Odour Threshold:
Yes
Flammable:
Not established
Pyrophoric:
Yes
Explosive:
No
Unstable:
Yes
Water Reactive:
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SECTION # 4: FIRE & EXPLOSION DATA
Not Established
Flash Point:
120癈 (250癋) (primer formulation)
Auto Ignition Temperature:
Not Established
Upper Explosive Limits (%):
Not Established
Lower Explosive Limits (%):
Fire and Explosion Hazards:
May ignite if heated to 120癈 (250癋) independent of air.
Unconfined ignited cartridges can produce low velocity metallic or plastic fragments which may
cause eye injury or superficial skin wounds if unprotected by standard firefighter turnout gear.
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
Water
Extinguishing Media:
Special Fire Fighting Instructions:
Cargo fires:
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.
Tire or vehicle fires:
Use plenty of water - FLOOD it! If water is not available, use CO2, dry chemical or dirt.
If possible, and WHITHOUT RISK, use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles from
maximum distance to prevent fire from spreading to cargo area.
Pay special attention to the tire fires as re-ignition may occur. Stand by with extinguisher ready.
Evacuation:
Large spill: Consider initial evacuation for 50 meters (150 feet) in all direction.
The evacuation radius will vary according the atmospheric conditions.
Supplemental Information:
Transportation Emergencies: Contact MD-UN at 1-888-922-3330 (Canada/U.S.A) or 1-514-981-
5228 (International). Consult the Transport Canada (DOT) Response Guide book for
instructions for handling emergencies involving this product.
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SECTION # 5: REACTIVITY DATA
Stable under normal use conditions
Stability
Will not occur
Polymerization
Individual cartridges may ignite if the primer is struck.
Conditions to avoid
Cartridge may 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, Sulfur and
Hazardous Decomposition
Sulfur Oxides. Other dust and fumes may also be produced.
Materials
(lead, barium, and antimony)
SECTION # 6: TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Physical Hazards:
Yes
Oxidizer:
No
Organic Peroxide:
Yes
Corrosive:
No
Compressed gas:
Yes
Irritant:
Yes
Skin Hazard:
Yes
Eye Hazard:
No
Toxic Agent:
No
Sensitizer:
No
Carcinogen:
No
Reproductive Toxin:
Yes (lead and diphenylamine)
Blood Toxin:
Yes (lead)
Nervous System Toxin:
Yes (graphite)
Lung Toxin:
Yes (diphenylamine)
Liver Toxin:
Yes (diphenylamine)
Kidney Toxin:
Potential Health Effects:
Inhalation: After cartridges have been fired, dust, vapours, and/or fumes may be irritating to the
respiratory system.*
Ingestion: After cartridges have been fired, 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.*
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SECTION # 6: TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Skin Absorption: After cartridges have been fired, dust 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
1 mg/m3 1 mg/m3 Irritation, Metal fume fever, Gastrointestinal
Copper (as dust)
2 mg/m3 5 mg/m3 Metal fume fever
Zinc (as zinc oxide)
A3, BEI, Central nervous system (CNS), Peripheral
0.05 mg/m3 0.05 mg/m3
Lead
nervous system (PNS), Hematologic effects
5 mg/m3 5 mg/m3 A4, Pneumoconiosis
Iron (as iron oxide)
Projectile
Not established Not established
Polyethylene
Sabot
Not established Not established
Acetal
Propellant
Not established Not established
Nitrocellulose
0.05 ppm 0.2 ppm Skin, Vasodilation
Nitroglycerine
10 mg/m3 10 mg/m3 A4, Liver & Kidney damage, Hematologic effects
Diphenylamine
Not established Not established
Potassium salt
2 mg/m3 2 mg/m3 Pneumoconiosis
Graphite
Primer
A3, BEI, Central nervous system (CNS), Peripheral
0.05 mg/m3 0.05 mg/m3
Lead styphnate (as lead)
nervous system (PNS), Hematologic effects
A4, Eye, Skin and Gastrointestinal irritation,
Barium nitrate (as soluble
0.5 mg/m3 0.5 mg/m3
Muscular stimulation
compounds)
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SECTION # 6: TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
CARCINOGENICITY DESIGNATION A4 - Agents which cause concern that they could be
carcinogenic for human but which cannot be assessed conclusively because of lack of data. In vitro or
animal studies do not provide indications of carcinogenicity which are sufficient to classify the agent into
one of the other categories.
CARCINOGENICITY DESIGNATION A3 - Confirmed Animal Carcinogen with Unknown Relevance
to Humans: The agent is carcinogenic in experimental animals at a relatively high dose, by route(s) of
administration, at site(s), of histologic type(s), or by mechanism(s) that may not be relevant to worker
exposure. Available epidemiologic studies do not conform an increased risk of cancer in exposed
humans. Available evidence does not suggest that the agent is likely to cause cancer in humans except
under uncommon or unlikely routes or levels of exposure.
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.
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:
Hearing protection recommended. Hearing protection should have an EPA-NRR of 20 or
greater.
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SECTION # 7: PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Leak and Spill Procedure /Waste Disposal:
Eliminate all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area)
All equipment used when handling the product must be grounded.
Do not touch or walk through spilled material.
Do not operate radio transmitters within 100 meters (330 feet) of electric detonators.
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.
Handling and Storage Precautions:
Store in a dry, cool area. Do not crush or drop packages. Avoid heat, electrical current, and
acids. Keep away from fire, heat source or direct sunlight. GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE
AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS ?CANADA INC. products are packaged and shipped in accordance
with applicable Transport Canada Regulations. To ensure the highest level of safety while
storing these products, keep product in the original packaging until ready to use. When handling
product, proper anti-static procedures should be maintained if loose powder is exposed.
SECTION # 8: FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes:
Wash with large amounts of fresh water for at least 20 minutes keeping eyelids open. Seek
medical attention. *
Skin:
Wash contaminated area with soap and water for at least 20 minutes.*
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure, to fresh air. Get medical attention if experiencing effects of
overexposure.*
Additional Information:
* All hazards marked with an asterisk (*) are not expected to be present unless the product is
fired, or otherwise discharged so that gasses, fumes, or projectiles are created. Normal handling
and shipping should not cause exposure to these hazards.
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SECTION # 9: PREPARATION INFORMATION
Health and Security Department
Prepared by
(450) 581-3080
Phone number:
January 23, 2009
Date:
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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