SAFETY DATA SHEET
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SDS number:1632/01
Date:2008-06-11
This Safety Data Sheet complies with Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, ISO 11014-1 and ANSI Z400.1 Product:OK Tubrod 15.09
1.PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION 3.COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Product name: OK Tubrod 15.09 This product is a preparation of flux-cored wire.
Application: Arc Welding
Hazard OSHA
Wire
Classification(s): EN ISO 18276-B: T764T1-1MA-N4M2-UH5 SFA/AWS A5.29: Weight % CAS# EINECS# 2 3
IARC NTP
Components 1 4
class. List
E111T1-K3MJ-H4
T; R48/23/25
Supplier: ESAB AB, Box 8004, 402 77 G鰐eborg, Sweden. sds.esab@esab.se
Cryolite <1 15096-52-3 239-148-8 Xn; R20/22 - - -
Telephone no.: +46 31 509000
N; R51/53
Web site: www.esab.com
Iron >80 7439-89-6 231-096-4 No - - -
Manganese 1-2 7439-96-5 231-105-1 No - - -
2.HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Molybdenum <1 7439-98-7 231-107-2 No - - -
Nickel 2-5 7440-02-0 231-111-4 Xn; R40-43 2B S -
Emergency Overview: Metal wire or rods in varying colours. This product is normally not Titanium oxide 5-10 13463-67-7 236-675-5 No 2B - -
considered hazardous as shipped. Gloves should be worn when handling to prevent cuts and (1) Hazard Classification according to European Council Directive 67/548/EEC, for R-phrases see Section
abrasions. 16.
This product contains nickel and cryolite. Nickel is classified as a skin sensitizer and a (2) Evaluation according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer. 1-Carcinogenic to humans.
suspect carcinogen. Cryolite is classified as toxic and dangerous for the environment. In 2A-Probably carcinogenic to humans. 2B-Possibly carcinogenic to humans.
(3) Classification according to the 11th Report on Carcinogens, published by the US National Toxicology
the form these substances are present in this product they do not contribute to a hazard
Program. K- Known to be a Human Carcinogen. S- Suspect Carcinogen.
classification of the product. This product contains titanium dioxide which is possibly
(4) Carcinogen listing according to OSHA, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (USA)
carcinogenic.Skin contact is normally no hazard but should be avoided to prevent possible
allergic reactions.
4.FIRST AID MEASURES
Persons with a pacemaker should not go near welding or cutting operations until they have
consulted their doctor and obtained information from the manufacturer of the device. Inhalation: If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration and obtain
When this product is used in a welding process, the most important hazards are welding medical assistance immediately! If breathing is difficult, provide fresh air
fumes, heat, radiation and electric shock. and call physician.
Fumes: Overexposure to welding fumes may result in symptoms like metal fume Eye contact: For radiation burns due to arc flash, see physician. To remove dusts or
fever, dizziness, nausea, dryness or irritation of the nose, throat or eyes. fumes flush with water for at least fifteen minutes. If irritation persists,
Chronic overexposure to welding fumes may affect pulmonary function. obtain medical assistance.
Prolonged inhalation of nickel and chromium compounds above
Skin contact: For skin burns from arc radiation, promptly flush with cold water. Get
safe exposure limits can cause cancer. Overexposure to manganese
medical attention for burns or irritations that persist. To remove dust or
and manganese compounds above safe exposure limits can cause
particles wash with mild soap and water.
irreversible damage to the central nervous system, including the brain,
symptoms of which may include slurred speech, lethargy, tremor, Electric shock: Disconnect and turn off the power. Use a nonconductive material to
muscular weakness, psychological disturbances and spastic gait. pull victim away from contact with live parts or wires. If not breathing,
begin artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth. If no detectable
Heat: Spatter and melting metal can cause burn injuries and start fires.
pulse, begin Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Immediately call a
Radiation: Arc rays can severely damage eyes or skin. physician.
Electricity: Electric shock can kill. General: Move to fresh air and call for medical aid.
5.FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
No specific recommendations for welding consumables. Welding arcs and sparks can ignite
combustible and flammable materials. Use the extinguishing media recommended for the
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burning materials and fire situation. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus as fumes or noted, all values are for 8 hour time weighted averages (TWA). For information about welding
vapors may be harmful. fume analysis refer to Section 10.
Substance CAS# 1 2
ACGIH TLV mg/m3 OSHA PEL mg/m3
6.ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Cryolite 15096-52-3 2,5(F) 2,5(F)
Iron 7439-89-6 5** 10(f)
Solid objects may be picked up and placed into a container. Liquids or pastes should be
Manganese 7439-96-5 0,2 5(ceil)
scooped up and placed into a container. Wear proper protective equipment while handling
Molybdenum 7439-98-7 3**, 10*** 15*
these materials. Do not discard as refuse.
Nickel 7440-02-0 1,5*** 1
Personal precautions: refer to section 8.
Titanium oxide 13463-67-7 10 15*
Environmental precautions: refer to section 13. (1) Threshold Limit Values according to American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists,
2008
7.HANDLING AND STORAGE (2) Permissible Exposure Limits according to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (USA).
(3) *Total dust, **Respirable fraction, ***Inhalable fraction.(f) fume, (d) dust, (m) mist, (ceil) ceiling.
Handling: Handle with care to avoid stings and cuts. Wear gloves when handling
welding consumables. Avoid exposure to dust. Do not ingest. Some 9.PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
individuals can develop an allergic reaction to certain materials. Retain
all warning and identity labels. Appearance: Solid, non-volatile with varying color
Storage: Keep separate from chemical substances like acids and strong bases, Melting point: >1000癈 / >1800癋
which could cause chemical reactions.
10.STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
8.EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
General: This product is only intended for normal welding purposes.
Avoid exposure to welding fumes, radiation, spatter, electric shock, heated materials and
Stability: This product is stable under normal conditions.
dust.
Reactivity: Contact with chemical substances like acids or strong bases could
Engineering Ensure sufficient ventilation, local exhaust, or both, to keep welding
cause generation of gas.
measures: fumes and gases from breathing zone and general area. Keep working
place and protective clothing clean and dry. Train welders to avoid When this product is used in a welding process, hazardous decomposition products would
contact with live electrical parts and insulate conductive parts. Check include those from the volatilization, reaction or oxidation of the materials listed in section 3
condition of protective clothing and equipment on a regular basis. and those from the base metal and coating.
Reasonably expected fume constituents of this product would include fluorides and oxides of
Personal Use respirator or air supplied respirator when welding or brazing in a
metals such as iron, manganese, nickel, and titanium,
protective confined space, or where local exhaust or ventilation is not sufficient to
Refer to applicable national exposure limits for fume compounds, including those exposure
equipment: keep exposure values within safe limits. Use special care when welding
limits for fume compounds found in Section 8. Manganese and nickel have low exposure
painted or coated steels since hazardous substances from the coating
limits, in some countries, that may be easily exceeded.
may be emitted. Wear hand, head, eyes, ear and body protection like
Reasonably expected gaseous products would include carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides and
welders gloves, helmet or face shield with filter lens, safety boots, apron,
ozone. Air contaminants around the welding area can be affected by the welding process and
arm and shoulder protection. Keep protective clothing clean and dry.
influence the composition and quantity of fumes and gases produced.
Use industrial hygiene monitoring equipment to ensure that exposure does not exceed
applicable national exposure limits. The following limits can be used as guidance. Unless
11.TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Inhalation of welding fumes and gases can be dangerous to your health. Classification of
welding fumes is difficult because of varying base materials, coatings, air contamination and
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processes. The International Agency for Research on Cancer has classified welding fumes as ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B). ARC RAYS and SPARKS can injure eyes and burn skin.
Wear correct hand, head, eye and body protection.
Acute toxicity: Overexposure to welding fumes may result in symptoms like metal fume
fever, dizziness, nausea, dryness or irritation of the nose, throat or eyes. Canada: WHMIS classification: Class D; Division 2, Subdivision A
Chronic toxicity: Overexposure to welding fumes may affect pulmonary function. Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA): All constituents of this
Prolonged inhalation of nickel and chromium compounds above product are on the Domestic Substance List (DSL).
safe exposure limits can cause cancer. Overexposure to manganese
USA: Under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, this product is
and manganese compounds above safe exposure limits can cause
considered hazardous.
irreversible damage to the central nervous system, including the brain,
symptoms of which may include slurred speech, lethargy, tremor, This product contains or produces a chemical known to the state of
muscular weakness, psychological disturbances and spastic gait. California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other reproductive
Prolonged inhalation of titanium dioxide above safe exposure limits can harm). (California Health & Safety Code ?25249.5 et seq.)United States
cause cancer. EPA Toxic Substance Control Act: All constituents of this product are on
the TSCA inventory list or are excluded from listing.
CERCLA/SARA Title III
12.ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Reportable Quantities (RQs) and/or Threshold Planning Quantities
Welding consumables and materials could degrade/weather into components originating (TPQs):
from the consumables or from the materials used in the welding process. Avoid exposure to
Ingredient name RQ (lb) TPQ (lb)
conditions that could lead to accumulation in soils or groundwater.
Product is a solid solution in the form of a solid
This product contains cryolite, which is classified, by European Council Directive 67/548/ - -
article.
EEC, as toxic to aquatic organisms and may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment. Spills or releases resulting in the loss of any ingredient at or above its
RQ require immediate notification to the National Response Center and
13.DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS to your Local Emergency Planning Committee.
Section 311 Hazard Class
Discard any product, residue, disposable container or liner in an environmentally acceptable
manner, in full compliance with federal and local regulations. Use recycling procedures if As shipped: Immediate
available.
In use: Immediate delayed
USA RCRA: This product is not considered hazardous waste if discarded.
Residues from welding consumables and processes could degrade and accumulate in soils EPCRA/SARA Title III 313 Toxic Chemicals
and groundwater. The following metallic components are listed as SARA 313 "Toxic
Chemicals" and potential subject to annual SARA 313 reporting. See
14.TRANSPORT INFORMATION Section 3 for weight percent.
Ingredient name Disclosure threshold
No international regulations or restrictions are applicable.
Manganese 1.0% de minimis concentration
15.REGULATORY INFORMATION Nickel 0.1% de minimis concentration
Read and understand the manufacturer's instructions, your employer's safety practices and
the health and safety instructions on the label. Observe any federal and local regulations.
Take precautions when welding and protect yourself and others.
WARNING: Welding fumes and gases are hazardous to your health and may damage lungs
and other organs. Use adequate ventilation.
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16.OTHER INFORMATION R43 - May cause sensitization by skin contact.
R48/23/25 - Toxic: danger of serious damaged to health by prolonged
This Safety Data Sheet has been revised due to modifications to several paragraphs and/or
exposure through inhalation and if swallowed.
new format. This SDS supersedes... C172/03.
Refer to ESAB "Welding and Cutting - Risks and Measures", F52-529 "Precautions and Safe R20/22 - Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
Practices for Electric Welding and Cutting" and F2035 "Precautions and Safe Practices for
R51/53 - Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long term adverse
Gas Welding, Cutting and Heating" available from ESAB, and to:
effects in the aquatic environment.
USA: Contact ESAB at www.esabna.com or 1-800-ESAB-123 if you have
ESAB requests the users of this product to study this Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and become
questions about this SDS.American National Standard Z49.1 "Safety
aware of product hazards and safety information. To promote safe use of this product a user
in Welding and Cutting", ANSI/AWS F1.5 " Methods for Sampling and
should:
Analyzing Gases from Welding and Allied Processes", ANSI/AWS
notify its employees, agents and contractors of the information on this SDS and any product
F1.1 "Method for Sampling Airborne Particles Generated by Welding
hazards/safety information.
and Allied Processes", AWSF3.2M/F3.2 "Ventilation Guide for Weld
Fume", American Welding Society, 550 North Le Jeune Road, Miami, furnish this same information to each of its customers for the product.
Florida, 33135. Safety and Health Fact Sheets available from AWS at request such customers to notify employees and customers for the same product hazards
www.aws.org and safety information.
The information herein is given in good faith and based on technical data that ESAB believes
OSHA Publication 2206 (29 C.F.R. 1910), U.S. Government Printing
to be reliable. Since the conditions of use is outside our control, we assume no liability in
Office, Superintendent of Documents, P.O. Box 371954, Pittsburgh, PA
connection with any use of this information and no warranty, expressed or implied is given.
15250-7954
Contact ESAB for more information.
American Conference of Governmental Hygienists (ACGIH), Threshold
Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices, 6500 Glenway Ave.,
Cincinnati, Ohio 45211, USA.
NFPA 51B "Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting and
Other Hot Work" published by the National Fire Protection Association, 1
Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169
UK: WMA Publication 236 and 237, "Hazards from Welding fume", "The arc
welder at work, some general aspects of health and safety".
Germany: Unfallverh黷ungsvorschrift BGV D1, "Schwei遝n, Schneiden und
verwandte Verfahren".
Canada: CSA Standard CAN/CSA-W117.2-01 "Safety in Welding, Cutting and
Allied Processes"
This product has been classified according to the hazard criteria of the
CPR and the SDS contains all the information required by the CPR.
R-phrases: R40 - Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
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