MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
For Welding Consumables and Related Products
Essentially Similar to U.S. Department of Labor Form OSHA 20
(to comply with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200)
SECTION II
COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
PREPARATION: Core wire: Mn<1%; Si<0,6%; C<0,1%; Iron bal.
Hazardous ingredients:
Important: This section covers the materials of which the products are manufactured. The fumes and gases produced during
normal use of this product are covered in Section V. The term "Hazardous" in "Hazardous Material" should be interpreted as a
term required and defined in OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29CFR 1910-1200 and it does not necessarily imply the
existence of hazard. The chemicals or compounds reportable by Section 313 of SARA are marked by the symbol #.
OSHA PEL ACGIH-TLV
CARCINOGENICITY R-PHASE
INGREDIENTS CAS# % RANGE
mg/m3 mg/m3
Iron 7439-89-6 65-75 5 10 (as Fe 2O3) NO
Cellulose 9004-34-6 5-15 5 5 NO
Iron Oxide 1 1309-37-1 1-11 5 5 NO
Not
5
Sodium Silicate 1344-09-8 5-15 NO
Regstrd.
Not
5 NO
Potassium Silicate 1312-76-1 1-11
Regstrd.
*Titanium Dioxide 13463-67-7 1-11 15 2.5 (dust) NO
*Manganese 7439-96-5 1-11 1 1.0 NO
Chamfer Rods
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SECTION III
HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Effect of of acute exposure: Route of entry: Inhalation and skin contact
Eye and Skin: when welding, arc rays can injure eyes and burn skin
Inhalation: Exposure to nickel containing dust and welding fumes, may cause irritation to upper respiratory
tract. May cause respiratory sensitization in susceptible individuals. Reasonable expected decomposition
products from normal use of these products include a complex of the oxides of the materials listed in
Section 2, as well as carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, ozone, and nitrogen oxides (refer to
"Characterization of Arc Welding Fume" available from the American Welding Society). THE TLV FOR
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MANGANESE (0.02 mg/m ) WILL BE REACHED BEFORE THE GENERAL LIMIT FOR WELDING FUMES
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OF 5 mg/m IS REACHED. MONITOR FUMES FOR MAGANESE LEVELS. The only way to determine the
true identity of the decomposition products is by sampling and analysis. The composition and quantity of
the fumes and gases to which a worker may be overexposed can be determined from a sample obtained
from inside the welder's helmet, if worn, or in the worker's breathing zone. See ANSI/AWS F1.1 "Method
for Sampling Airborne Particles Generated by Welding and Allied Processes." Available from the American
Welding Society.
Ingestion: Amounts ingested incidental to industrial handling not likely to cause injury. Single dose oral
toxicity is low.
Effects of chronic exposure: Refer to section 11 for specific toxicological information.
SECTION IV
FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air if effects occur. Skin: Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
Eyes: Irrigate with water for several minutes. Ingestion: Rinse mouth.
Note to physician: No particular advice.
SECTION IV
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Means of extinguishing: No danger requiring special measures.
Special protective equipment when fighting fire: none.
Handle with standard transportation equipment.
Store in a dry place in closed packages.
SECTION VIII
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/ PERSONAL PROTECTION
Technical measures: Use adequate local exhaust for welding fumes. Avoid grinding and dust inhalation
Exposure limits: see section 2. Fumes in cutting and gouging depend on the material for which the product is used.
Personal protection:
- Respiratory protection: use an air purifying dust respirator.
- Hands protection: wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin contact.
- Eyes protection: welder's helmets.
- Skin protection: wear appropriate overalls to prevent skin or body contact.
SECTION IX
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical state: solid. Odor : none
pH : non applicable Melting Point: 1800-2700?F 1000-1500?C
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Relative density: 5-8 g/cm Solubility: insoluble in water
SECTION X
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY Conditions to avoid: not applicable.
Materials to avoid: reacts with acids.
Hazardous decomposition products: unknown.
SECTION XI
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Effects of acute exposure
Toxicity to animals: unknown
Local effects: not applicable.
Inhalation: not applicable for the product. For welding fumes see section 3.
When using on stainless steel or other Cr containing alloys, in the fumes Chrome (VI) is present, which causes cancer
Ingestion: not applicable.
Contact with skin: no adverse effects expected.
Chamfer Rods
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CARCINOGENICITY: Effects of chronic (long -term) overexposure to air contaminants may lead to their accumulation in the lungs,
a condition which may be seen as dense areas on chest X-rays. The severity of the change is proportional to the length of
exposure. The changes seen are not necessarily associated with symptoms or signs of reduced lung function or disease. In
addition, the changes on X-rays may be caused by non-work factors such as smoking, etc. Nickel and chromium (in some
products) are considered carcinogenic. Long term overexposure to nickel fumes may also cause pulmonary fibrosis and edema.
Overexposure to manganese compounds may affect the central nervous system, symptoms of which are languor, sleepiness,
muscular weakness, emotional disturbances, and spastic gait. The effect of manganese on the nervous system is irreversible.
SECTION XII
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
About product: data are unknown About ingredients: data are unknown.
SECTION XIII
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product: For product elimination, consult recycling companies or appropriate local authority.
Package: May be disposed in approved landfills provided local regulations are observed.
SECTION XIV
TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS:
Land shipment: no hazard
- Rail / route (RID/ADR):
Sea shipment: no hazard
Shipment by air: no hazard
SECTION XV
REGULATORY INFORMATION
Label CEE: not necessary
Danger symbols and indications: R-Phrases : S-Phrases:
Unibraze Corporation believes that information set forth in this Material Safety Data Sheet is accurate. Unibraze
Corp. makes no warranty, expressed or implied, with respect thereto and disclaims any liability from reliance
therein.