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Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME
WIA AUSTFIL 71T-1M
SYNONYMS
"welding wire", electrode, "71T 1M"
PRODUCT USE
All positional rutile micro alloyed type flux cored welding wire specifically formulated
for optimum performance using Argon/Co2 shielding gas mixture
SUPPLIER
Company: Welding Industries of Australia
Address:
5 Allen Street
Melrose Park
SA, 5039
AUST
Telephone: +61 8 8276 6494
Telephone: 1300 300 884
Fax: 1300 301 884
HAZARD RATINGS
Flammability
Toxicity
Body Contact
Reactivity
Chronic
SCALE: Min/Nil=0 Low=1 Moderate=2 High=3 Extreme=4
Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the Criteria of
NOHSC, and the ADG Code.
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Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
POISONS SCHEDULE
None
RISK
Risk Codes Risk Phrases
R20 Harmful by inhalation.
R40(3) Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
SAFETY
Safety Codes Safety Phrases
S36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
S51 Use only in well ventilated areas.
S09 Keep container in a well ventilated place.
S401 To clean the floor and all objects contaminated by this
material use water and detergent.
S13 Keep away from food drink and animal feeding stuffs.
S27 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
S46 If swallowed IMMEDIATELY contact Doctor or Poisons
Information Centre (show this container or label).
Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
NAME CAS RN %
Carbon steel tube, containing
iron, powder 7439-89-6 10^
manganese 7439-96-5 1-6^
titanium dioxide 13463-67-7 1-6^
calcined kaolin 66402-68-4 1-6^
silicon 7440-21-3 1^
silica crystalline - quartz 14808-60-7 0.7
calcium fluoride 7789-75-5 <0.7^
kaolin 1332-58-7 <0.7^
Upon use, generates
welding fumes Not avail. >60
as
iron oxide fume 1309-37-1
manganese fume 7439-96-5
fluoride fume 16984-48-8
the action of the arc produces
ozone 10028-15-6
nitrogen oxides Mixture
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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SWALLOWED
Not normally a hazard due to physical form of product.
EYE
?Particulate bodies from welding spatter may be removed carefully.
?DO NOT attempt to remove particles attached to or embedded in eye.
?Lay victim down, on stretcher if available and pad BOTH eyes, make sure dressing does
not press on the injured eye by placing thick pads under dressing, above and below the
eye.
?Seek urgent medical assistance, or transport to hospital.
?For "arc eye", i.e. welding flash or UV light burns to the eye:
?Place eye pads or light clean dressings over both eyes.
?Seek medical assistance.
SKIN
If skin or hair contact occurs:
?Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).
?Seek medical attention in event of irritation.
In the case of BURNS, immerse affected areas in cold water for at least 15 minutes.
INHALED
?If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.
?Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.
?Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed, where
possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures.
?Apply artificial respiration if not breathing, preferably with a demand valve
resuscitator, bag-valve mask device, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if necessary.
?Transport to hospital, or doctor.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN
Copper, magnesium, aluminium, antimony, iron, manganese, nickel, zinc (and their
compounds) in welding, brazing, galvanising or smelting operations all give rise to
thermally produced particulates of smaller dimension than may be produced if the metals
are divided mechanically. Where insufficient ventilation or respiratory protection is
available these particulates may produce "metal fume fever" in workers from an acute or
long term exposure.
?Onset occurs in 4-6 hours generally on the evening following exposure. Tolerance
develops in workers but may be lost over the weekend. (Monday Morning Fever)
?Pulmonary function tests may indicate reduced lung volumes, small airway obstruction
and decreased carbon monoxide diffusing capacity but these abnormalities resolve after
several months.
?Although mildly elevated urinary levels of heavy metal may occur they do not correlate
with clinical effects.
?The general approach to treatment is recognition of the disease, supportive care and
prevention of exposure.
?Seriously symptomatic patients should receive chest x-rays, have arterial blood gases
determined and be observed for the development of tracheobronchitis and pulmonary edema.
[Ellenhorn and Barceloux: Medical Toxicology].
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Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
?There is no restriction on the type of extinguisher which may be used.
FIRE FIGHTING
?Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
?Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves for fire only.
?Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water courses.
?Use fire fighting procedures suitable for surrounding area.
?DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot.
?Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
?If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.
?Equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use.
FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD
?Non combustible.
?Not considered to be a significant fire risk, however containers may burn.
?In a fire may decompose on heating and produce toxic / corrosive fumes.
HAZCHEM: None
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
MINOR SPILLS
Clean up all spills immediately.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Wear impervious gloves and safety glasses.
Use dry clean up procedures and avoid generating dust.
Place spilled material in clean, dry, sealable, labelled container.
MAJOR SPILLS
Minor hazard.
?Clear area of personnel.
?Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
?Control personal contact by using protective equipment if risk of overexposure exists.
?Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water courses.
?Contain spill/secure load if safe to do so.
?Bundle/collect recoverable product and label for recycling.
?Collect remaining product and place in appropriate containers for disposal.
?Clean up/sweep up area. Water may be required.
?If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANNING GUIDELINES (ERPG)
The maximum airborne concentration below which it is believed that nearly all individuals could be exposed
for up to one hour WITHOUT experiencing or developing
life-threatening health effects is:
iron, powder 500 mg/m?br>
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irreversible or other serious effects or symptoms which could impair an individual's ability to take
protective action is:
iron, powder 50 mg/m?br>
other than mild, transient adverse effects without perceiving a clearly defined odour is:
iron, powder 30 mg/m?br>
The threshold concentration below which most people will experience no appreciable risk of health effects:
iron, powder 10 mg/m?br>
American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)
Ingredients considered according to the following cutoffs
Very Toxic (T+) >= 0.1% Toxic (T) >= 3.0%
R50 >= 0.25% Corrosive (C) >= 5.0%
R51 >= 2.5%
else >= 10%
where percentage is percentage of ingredient found in the mixture
Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the MSDS.
Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING
Earth all lines and equipment.
?Limit all unnecessary personal contact.
?Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.
?Use in a well-ventilated area.
?Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
?When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
?Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.
?Avoid physical damage to containers.
?Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.
?Work clothes should be laundered separately.
?Use good occupational work practice.
?Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
?Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards to ensure
safe working conditions are maintained.
SUITABLE CONTAINER
Packaging as recommended by manufacturer.
?Check that containers are clearly labelled.
Multi-wall paper container NOTE: Bags should be stacked, blocked, interlocked, and
limited in height so that they are stable and secure against sliding or collapse.
STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY
Welding electrodes should not be allowed to come into contact with strong acids or other
substances which are corrosive to metals.
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
?Store in original containers.
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Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
?Keep containers securely sealed.
?Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
?Store away from incompatible materials and foodstuff containers.
?Protect containers against physical damage and check regularly for leaks.
?Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
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SAFE STORAGE WITH OTHER CLASSIFIED CHEMICALS
+ X + X 0 +
_____________________________________________________
+: May be stored together
O: May be stored together with specific preventions
X: Must not be stored together
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Source Material TWA mg/m? STEL mg/m? Peak ppm Peak mg/m?br>
_________ _________ _____ _____ _____ _____
Australia silica 0.1
Exposure crystalline -
Standards quartz (Silica
crystalline -
Quartz)
Australia iron oxide fume 5
Exposure (Iron oxide fume
Standards (Fe2O3) (as Fe))
Australia iron oxide fume 10
Exposure (Inspirable dust
Standards (Not specified))
Australia manganese fume 1 3
Exposure (Manganese, fume
Standards (as Mn))
Australia manganese fume 1
Exposure (Manganese, dust
Standards & compounds (as
Mn))
Australia fluoride fume 2.5
Exposure (Fluorides (as
Standards F))
Australia ozone (Ozone) 0.1 0.2
Exposure
Standards
EMERGENCY EXPOSURE LIMITS
Material Revised IDLH Value (mg/m3) Revised IDLH Value (ppm)
silica crystalline - quartz 50
iron oxide fume 2, 500
manganese fume 500
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ozone 5
MATERIAL DATA
Not available. Refer to individual constituents.
INGREDIENT DATA
SILICA CRYSTALLINE - QUARTZ:
Because the margin of safety of the quartz TLV is not known with certainty
and given the associated link between silicosis and lung cancer it is
recommended that quartz concentrations be maintained as far below the TLV
as prudent practices will allow.
WELDING FUMES:
In addition to complying with any individual exposure standards for specific
contaminants, where current manual welding processes are used, the fume concentration
inside the welder's helmet should not exceed 5 mg/m3, when collected in accordance with
the appropriate standard (AS 3640, for example).
ES* TWA: 5 mg/m3
TLV* TWA: 5 mg/m3, B2 (a substance of variable composition)
OES* TWA: 5 mg/m3
Most welding, even with primitive ventilation, does not produce exposures inside the
welding helmet above 5 mg/m3. That which does should be controlled (ACGIH). Inspirable
dust concentrations in a workers breathing zone shall be collected and measured in
accordance with AS 3640, for example. Metal content can be analytically determined by
OSHA Method ID25 (ICP-AES) after total digestion of filters and dissolution of captured
metals. Sampling of the Respirable Dust fraction requires cyclone separator devices
(elutriators) and procedures to comply with AS 2985 (for example).
IRON OXIDE FUME:
Not available
MANGANESE FUME:
Not available
FLUORIDE FUME:
Not available
OZONE:
Sensory irritants are chemicals that produce temporary and undesirable side-effects on
the eyes, nose or throat. Historically occupational exposure standards for these
irritants have been based on observation of workers' responses to various airborne
concentrations. Present day expectations require that nearly every individual should be
protected against even minor sensory irritation and exposure standards are established
using uncertainty factors or safety factors of 5 to 10 or more. On occasion animal no
-observable-effect-levels (NOEL) are used to determine these limits where human results
are unavailable. An additional approach, typically used by the TLV committee (USA) in
determining respiratory standards for this group of chemicals, has been to assign ceiling
values (TLV C) to rapidly acting irritants and to assign short-term exposure limits (TLV
STELs) when the weight of evidence from irritation, bioaccumulation and other endpoints
combine to warrant such a limit. In contrast the MAK Commission (Germany) uses a five
-category system based on intensive odour, local irritation, and elimination half-life.
However this system is being replaced to be consistent with the European Union (EU)
Scientific Committee for Occupational Exposure Limits (SCOEL); this is more closely
allied to that of the USA.
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OSHA (USA) concluded that exposure to sensory irritants can:
?cause inflammation
?cause increased susceptibility to other irritants and infectious agents
?lead to permanent injury or dysfunction
?permit greater absorption of hazardous substances and
?acclimate the worker to the irritant warning properties of these substances thus
increasing the risk of overexposure.
NOTE: Detector tubes for ozone, measuring in excess of 0.05 ppm, are
commercially available.
Exposure at 0.2 ppm appears to produce mild acute but not cumulative effects. It is
thought that exposures of the order of 0.1 ppm will be tolerated by most workers
including asthmatics. Chronic exposure at 0.1 ppm or more can induce significant adverse
effects in the lower respiratory tract of both normal and atopic individuals.
Human exposure for 2 hours at an average concentration of 1.5 ppm ozone resulted in a
20% reduction in timed vital capacity of the lung and other effects. Concentrations of
ozone in excess of a few tenths ppm cause occasional discomfort to exposed individuals
manifest as headache, dryness of the throat and mucous membranes of the eyes and nose
following exposures of short duration.
Exposure to ozone during moderate to heavy work loads results in significantly
decreased forced vital capacity (FVC) and forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1)
at 0.12 ppm; this is effect is greater at higher concentrations.
NITROGEN OXIDES:
Data for nitrogen dioxide:
TLV TWA: 3 ppm 6 mg/m3 STEL: 5 ppm 10 mg/m3
ES TWA: 3 ppm 5.6 mg/m3 STEL: 5 ppm 9.4 mg/m3
IDLH Level: 50 ppm
NOTE: Detector tubes for nitrogen dioxide, measuring in excess of 0.5 ppm,
are commercially available.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE
Welding helmet with suitable filter. Welding hand shield with suitable filter.
?Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and
concentrate irritants. A written policy document, describing the wearing of lens or
restrictions on use, should be created for each workplace or task. This should include a
review of lens absorption and adsorption for the class of chemicals in use and an account
of injury experience. Medical and first-aid personnel should be trained in their removal
and suitable equipment should be readily available. In the event of chemical exposure,
begin eye irrigation immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens
should be removed at the first signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should be
removed in a clean environment only after workers have washed hands thoroughly. [CDC
NIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59].
For most open welding/brazing operations, goggles, even with appropriate filters, will
not afford sufficient facial protection for operators. Where possible use welding helmets
or handshields corresponding to AS 1336 and AS 1338 which provide the maximum possible
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facial protection from flying particles and fragments. [WRIA-WTIA Technical Note 7].
HANDS/FEET
Welding Gloves
Safety footwear.
OTHER
Overalls.
?Eyewash unit.
Aprons, sleeves, shoulder covers, leggings or spats of pliable flame resistant leather or
other suitable materials may also be required in positions where these areas of the body
will encounter hot metal.
RESPIRATOR
Selection of the Class and Type of respirator will depend upon the level of breathing
zone contaminant and the chemical nature of the contaminant. Protection Factors (defined
as the ratio of contaminant outside and inside the mask) may also be important.
Breathing Zone Level Maximum Protection Half- face Respirator Full- Face Respirator
ppm (volume) Factor
1000 10 BE- - AUS -
1000 50 - BE- - AUS
5000 50 Airline * -
5000 100 - BE- - 2
10000 100 - BE- - 3
100+ Airline**
* - Continuous Flow ** - Continuous-flow or positive pressure demand.
The local concentration of material, quantity and conditions of use determine the type of
personal protective equipment required.
For further information consult site specific
CHEMWATCH data (if available), or your
Occupational Health and Safety Advisor.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
For manual arc welding operations the nature of ventilation is determined by the location
of the work.
?For outdoor work, natural ventilation is generally sufficient.
?For indoor work, conducted in open spaces, use mechanical (general exhaust or plenum)
ventilation. (Open work spaces exceed 300 cubic metres per welder)
?For work conducted in limited or confined spaces, mechanical ventilation, using local
exhaust systems, is required. (In confined spaces always check that oxygen has not been
depleted by excessive rusting of steel or snowflake corrosion of aluminium)
Mechanical or local exhaust ventilation may not be required where the process working
time does not exceed 24 mins. (in an 8 hr. shift) provided the work is intermittent (a
maximum of 5 mins. every hour). Local exhaust systems must be designed to provide a
minimum capture velocity at the fume source, away from the worker, of 0.5 metre/sec. Air
contaminants generated in the workplace possess varying "escape" velocities which, in
turn, determine the "capture velocities" of fresh circulating air required to effectively
remove the contaminant.
Type of Contaminant: Air Speed:
welding, brazing fumes (released at relatively 0.5- 1.0 m/s (100- 200 f/min.)
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low velocity into moderately still air)
Within each range the appropriate value depends on:
Lower end of the range Upper end of the range
1: Room air currents minimal or favourable to 1: Disturbing room air currents
capture
2: Contaminants of low toxicity or of nuisance 2: Contaminants of high toxicity
value only.
3: Intermittent, low production. 3: High production, heavy use
4: Large hood or large air mass in motion 4: Small hood- local control only
Simple theory shows that air velocity falls rapidly with distance away from the opening
of a simple extraction pipe. Velocity generally decreases with the square of distance
from the extraction point (in simple cases). Therefore the air speed at the extraction
point should be adjusted, accordingly, after reference to distance from the contaminating
source. The air velocity at the extraction fan, for example, should be a minimum of 1-2.5
m/s (200-500 f/min.) for extraction of gases discharged 2 meters distant from the
extraction point. Other mechanical considerations, producing performance deficits within
the extraction apparatus, make it essential that theoretical air velocities are
multiplied by factors of 10 or more when extraction systems are installed or used.
Special ventilation requirements apply for processes which result in the generation of
barium, chromium, lead, or nickel fume and in those processes which generate ozone.
The use of mechanical ventilation by local exhaust systems is required as a minimum in
all circumstances (including outdoor work). (In confined spaces always check that oxygen
has not been depleted by excessive rusting of steel or snowflake corrosion of aluminium)
Local exhaust systems must be designed to provide a minimum capture velocity at the fume
source, away from the worker, of 0.5 metre/sec. Air contaminants generated in the
workplace possess varying "escape" velocities which, in turn, determine the "capture
velocities" of fresh circulating air required to effectively remove the contaminant.
Type of Contaminant: Air Speed:
welding, brazing fumes (released at relatively 0.5- 1.0 m/s (100- 200 f/min.)
low velocity into moderately still air)
Within each range the appropriate value depends on:
Lower end of the range Upper end of the range
1: Room air currents minimal or favourable to 1: Disturbing room air currents
capture
2: Contaminants of low toxicity or of nuisance 2: Contaminants of high toxicity
value only.
3: Intermittent, low production. 3: High production, heavy use
4: Large hood or large air mass in motion 4: Small hood- local control only
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Simple theory shows that air velocity falls rapidly with distance away from the opening
of a simple extraction pipe. Velocity generally decreases with the square of distance
from the extraction point (in simple cases). Therefore the air speed at the extraction
point should be adjusted, accordingly, after reference to distance from the contaminating
source. The air velocity at the extraction fan, for example, should be a minimum of 1-2
m/s (200-400 f/min.) for extraction of welding or brazing fumes generated 2 meters
distant from the extraction point. Other mechanical considerations, producing performance
deficits within the extraction apparatus, make it essential that theoretical air
velocities are multiplied by factors of 10 or more when extraction systems are installed
or used.
If risk of inhalation or overexposure exists, wear SAA approved respirator or work in
fume hood.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE
Shiny silver flux cored welding wire; insoluble in water.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Molecular Weight: Not applicable. Boiling Range (?Not applicable
C):
Melting Range (?>1000
C): Specific Gravity (water=1): 4.6- 5.5 gm/cc
Solubility in water (g/L): Not Applicable pH (as supplied): Not applicable
pH (1% solution): Not applicable. Vapour Pressure (kPa): Not applicable
Volatile Component (%vol): Not applicable Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Relative Vapour Density (air=1): Not available. Flash Point (?Not applicable
C):
Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not applicable Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not applicable
Autoignition Temp (?Not applicable
C): Decomposition Temp (?Not available.
C):
State: Manufactured Viscosity: Not Applicable
Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION
CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY
?Presence of incompatible materials.
?Product is considered stable.
?Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
SWALLOWED
Not normally a hazard due to physical form of product.
Considered an unlikely route of entry in commercial/industrial environments.
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EYE
Fumes from welding/brazing operations may be irritating to the eyes.
SKIN
Chrome fume, as the chrome VI oxide, is corrosive to the skin and may aggravate pre
-existing skin conditions such as dermatitis and eczema. As a potential skin sensitiser,
the fume may cause dermatoses to appear suddenly and without warning. Absorption of
chrome VI compounds through the skin can cause systemic poisoning effecting the kidneys
and liver.
INHALED
Harmful by inhalation.
Chrome fume is irritating to the respiratory tract and lungs. Toxic effects result from
over-exposure. Asthmatic conditions may result as a consequence of the sensitising action
of chrome VI compounds.
Harmful levels of ozone may be found when working in confined spaces. Symptoms of
exposure include irritation of the upper membranes of the respiratory tract and lungs as
well as pulmonary (lung) changes including irritation, accumulation of fluid (congestion
and oedema) and in some cases haemorrhage. Exposure may aggravate any pre-existing lung
condition such as bronchitis, asthma or emphysema.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
Principal route of exposure is inhalation of welding fumes from electrodes and workpiece.
Reaction products arising from electrode core and flux appear as welding fume depending
on welding conditions, relative volatilities of metal oxides and any coatings on the
workpiece. Studies of lung cancer among welders indicate that they may experience a 30
-40% increased risk compared to the general population. Since smoking and exposure to
other cancer-causing agents, such as asbestos fibre, may influence these results, it is
not clear whether welding, in fact, represents a significant lung cancer risk. Whilst
mild steel welding represents little risk, the stainless steel welder, exposed to
chromium and nickel fume, may be at risk and it is this factor which may account for the
overall increase in lung cancer incidence among welders. Cold isolated electrodes are
relatively harmless.
Welding fume with high levels of ferrous materials may lead to particle deposition in the
lungs (siderosis) after long exposure. This clears up when exposure stops. Chronic
exposure to iron dusts may lead to eye disorders.
Ozone is suspected to produce lung cancer in laboratory animals; no reports of this
effect have been documented in exposed human populations.
Other welding process exposures can arise from radiant energy UV flash burns, thermal
burns or electric shock
The welding arc emits ultraviolet radiation at wavelengths that have the potential to
produce skin tumours in animals and in over-exposed individuals, however, no confirmatory
studies of this effect in welders have been reported.
TOXICITY AND IRRITATION
Not available. Refer to individual constituents.
SILICA CRYSTALLINE - QUARTZ:
unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances.
TOXICITY IRRITATION
Inhalation (human) LCLo: 0.3 mg/m?10Y Nil Reported
Inhalation (human) TCLo: 16 mppcf*/8H/17.9Y
Inhalation (rat) TCLo: 50 mg/m?6H/71W
WARNING: For inhalation exposure ONLY: This substance has been classified by the IARC as
Group 1: CARCINOGENIC TO HUMANS.
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Intermittent; focal fibrosis,
(pneumoconiosis), cough, dyspnoea
Intermittent; liver - tumours.
* Millions of particles per cubic foot (based on impinger samples counted
by light field techniques).
NOTE : the physical nature of quartz in the product determines whether
it is likely to present a chronic health problem. To be a hazard
the material must enter the breathing zone as respirable particles.
WELDING FUMES:
Not available. Refer to individual constituents.
WARNING: This substance has been classified by the IARC as Group 2B: Possibly
Carcinogenic to Humans.
IRON OXIDE FUME:
unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances.
The substance is classified by IARC as Group 3:
NOT classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans.
Evidence of carcinogenicity may be inadequate or limited in animal testing.
No oral toxicity data.
Substance has been investigated as a tumorigen;
found to be an equivocal tumorogenic agent by RTECS criteria.
MANGANESE FUME:
unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances.
TOXICITY IRRITATION
Inhalation (man) TCLo: 2.3 mg/m? Skin (rabbit) 500mg/24H Mild
Oral (rat) LD50: 9000 mg/kg Eye (rabbit) 500mg/24H Mild
The substance has been investigated as a
tumorigen;
found to be an equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS.
FLUORIDE FUME:
unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances.
TOXICITY IRRITATION
Oral (human) LDLo: 50 mg/kg Nil Reported
Oral (human) TDLo: 3 mg/kg
OZONE:
unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances.
Asthma-like symptoms may continue for months or even years after exposure to the material
ceases. This may be due to a non-allergenic condition known as reactive airways
dysfunction syndrome (RADS) which can occur following exposure to high levels of highly
irritating compound. Key criteria for the diagnosis of RADS include the absence of
preceding respiratory disease, in a non-atopic individual, with abrupt onset of
persistent asthma-like symptoms within minutes to hours of a documented exposure to the
irritant. A reversible airflow pattern, on spirometry, with the presence of moderate to
severe bronchial hyperreactivity on methacholine challenge testing and the lack of
minimal lymphocytic inflammation, without eosinophilia, have also been included in the
criteria for diagnosis of RADS. RADS (or asthma) following an irritating inhalation is an
infrequent disorder with rates related to the concentration of and duration of exposure
to the irritating substance. Industrial bronchitis, on the other hand, is a disorder that
occurs as result of exposure due to high concentrations of irritating substance (often
particulate in nature) and is completely reversible after exposure ceases. The disorder
is characterised by dyspnea, cough and mucus production.
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Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
NOTE: Aggravates chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases. Suspected also of increasing the risk of ac
NITROGEN OXIDES:
Data for nitrogen dioxide:
TOXICITY IRRITATION
Inhalation (human) LCLo: 200 ppm/1m Nil Reported
Inhalation (man) TCLo: 6200 ppb/10m
Substance has been investigated as a mutagen and reproductive effector.
NOTE: Interstitial edema, epithelial proliferation and, in high
concentrations, fibrosis and emphysema develop after repeated
exposure.
MATERIAL CARCINOGEN REPROTOXIN SENSITISER SKIN
_______________ ____________ __________ __________ __________
silica crystalline IARC:1
- quartz
iron oxide fume IARC:3
manganese fume ILOM ILOEl
CARCINOGEN
IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) Carcinogens: silica
crystalline - quartz Category: 1
CARCINOGEN
IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) Carcinogens: iron oxide fume
Category: 3
REPROTOXIN
ILOM: ILO Agents toxic to the male reproductive system: manganese fume
REPROTOXIN
ILOEl: ILO Chemicals in the electronics industry that have toxic effects on
reproduction: manganese fume
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data for WIA Austfil 71T-1M.
Refer to data for ingredients, which follows:
SILICA CRYSTALLINE - QUARTZ:
DO NOT discharge into sewer or waterways.
OZONE:
DO NOT discharge into sewer or waterways.
The material is classified as an ecotoxin* because the Fish LC50 (96 hours) is less than
or equal to 0.1 mg/l
* Classification of Substances as Ecotoxic (Dangerous to the Environment)
Appendix 8, Table 1
Compiler's Guide for the Preparation of International Chemical Safety Cards: 1993
Commission of the European Communities.
Ozone is found in the atmosphere in varying proportions as it is produced continuously in
the outer layers of the atmosphere by the action of solar UV radiation on oxygen in the
air. It is also formed locally in the air from lightning and from electrical sparks. In
the upper atmosphere it inhibits penetration of UV radiation and so is beneficial to
life. At ground level it is a harmful pollutant because of the damage it can cause to
lungs and to a wide range of materials
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Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
? Recycle wherever possible or consult manufacturer for recycling options.
? Consult State Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.
? Bury residue in an authorised landfill.
? Recycle containers if possible, or dispose of in an authorised landfill.
Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
HAZCHEM: None
NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS:UN, IATA,
IMDG
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
POISONS SCHEDULE: None
REGULATIONS
WIA Austfil 71T-1M (CAS: None):
No regulations applicable
silica crystalline - quartz (CAS: 14808-60-7) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Australia - New South Wales Hazardous Substances Prohibited for Specific Uses
Australia - New South Wales Hazardous Substances Requiring Health Surveillance
Australia - South Australia Hazardous Substances Requiring Health Surveillance
Australia - Tasmania Hazardous Substances Prohibited for Specified Uses
Australia - Tasmania Hazardous Substances Requiring Health Surveillance
Australia - Western Australia Hazardous Substances Requiring Health Surveillance
Australia Exposure Standards
Australia Hazardous Substances Requiring Health Surveillance
Australia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
Australia Occupational Health and Safety (Commonwealth Employment) (National Standards) Regulations 1994 - Hazardous Substances Requiring Health Surveillance
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) Carcinogens
OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals
iron oxide fume (CAS: 1309-37-1) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Australia Exposure Standards
Australia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 2
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 4
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 6
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) Carcinogens
International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA) - High Production Volume List
OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals
manganese fume (CAS: 7439-96-5) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Australia - Australian Capital Territory - Environment Protection Regulation: Ambient environmental standards (Domestic water supply - inorganic chemicals)
Australia - Australian Capital Territory - Environment Protection Regulation: Ambient environmental standards (IRRIG - inorganic chemicals)
Australia - Australian Capital Territory - Environment Protection Regulation: Pollutants entering waterways taken to cause environmental harm (IRRIG)
Australia - Australian Capital Territory Environment Protection Regulation Pollutants entering waterways - Domestic water quality
Australia Exposure Standards
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
Australia National Pollutant Inventory
OECD Representative List of High Production Volume (HPV) Chemicals
WHO Guidelines for Drinking-water Quality - Guideline values for chemicals that are of health significance in drinking-water
fluoride fume (CAS: 16984-48-8) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Australia - Australian Capital Territory - Environment Protection Regulation: Ambient environmental standards (IRRIG - inorganic chemicals)
Australia - Australian Capital Territory - Environment Protection Regulation: Ambient environmental standards (STOCK - inorganic chemicals)
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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
Australia Dangerous Goods Code Draft 7th Edition - List of Common Pesticides with Corresponding UN Numbers
Australia Exposure Standards
Australia National Pollutant Inventory
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Appendix E (Part 2)
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 2
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 4
Australia Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons (SUSDP) - Schedule 6
ozone (CAS: 10028-15-6) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Australia Exposure Standards
No data available for welding fumes as CAS: Not avail.
No data available for nitrogen oxides as CAS: Mixture.
Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
INGREDIENTS WITH MULTIPLE CAS NUMBERS
Ingredient Name CAS
titanium dioxide 13463- 67- 7, 1317- 70- 0, 1317- 80- 2, 12188-
41- 9
calcium fluoride 7789- 75- 5, 14542- 23- 5
EXPOSURE STANDARD FOR MIXTURES
"Worst Case" computer-aided prediction of vapour components/concentrations:
Composite Exposure Standard for Mixture (TWA) (mg/m3): 6 mg/m?br>
If the breathing zone concentration of ANY of the components listed below is exceeded,
"Worst Case" considerations deem the individual to be overexposed.
Component Breathing Zone ppm Breathing Zone mg/m3 Mixture Conc: (%).
Component Breathing zone Breathing Zone Mixture Conc
(ppm) (mg/m? (%)
nitrogen oxides 3.00 6.0000 0.1
Classification of the preparation and its individual components has drawn on official and
authoritative sources as well as independent review by the Chemwatch Classification
committee using available literature references.
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