CCI / SPEER
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1. MANUFACTURER INFORMATION
MANUFACTURED BY: CCI/SPEER
ADDRESS: 2299 Snake River Avenue
Lewiston, Idaho 83501
TELEPHONE #: (208) 746-2351 (24 HOURS)
EMERGENCY CONTACT: Chief Chemist or Safety Department
TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCY CONTACT: CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300
08/19/2004 8/20/07 06/13/05
MSDS DATE: REVIEW DATE REVISION DATE
SECTION 2. PRODUCT INFORMATION
PRODUCT NAME: Blazer Brass Ammunition
SYNONYMS:
NA NA
FORMULA C.A.S.#
DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Cartridges, small arms
0012 1.4S (ORM-D Domestic)
UNITED NATIONS (UN) DESIGNATION: HAZARD CLASSIFICATION:
HEALTH: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 3 REACTIVITY: 0 SPECIAL: EXPLOSIVE
NFPA:
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS PERCENT CAS NUMBER UEL/LEL EXPOSURE LIMITS
.05 MG/M3
Lead * + 7439-92-1 NE
1 MG/M3
Copper * + 7440-50-8 NE
5 MG/M3 (Resp. Dust)
Zinc * + 7440-66-6 NE
.05 MG/M3
Antimony * + 7440-36-0 NE
Nitrocellulose 9004-70-0 NE NA
Nitroglycerin * 55-63-0 NE 0.2 PPM Ceiling
NA = NOT AVAILABLE NE = NOT ESTABLISHED MG/M3 = MILLIGRAMS PER CUBIC METER OF AIR
PPM = PARTS PER MILLION REFERENCE OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000 TABLE Z-1
(*) INDICATES TOXIC CHEMICAL(S) SUBJECT TO THE REPORTING REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 313 OF THE
SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT (SARA) OF 1986 AND 40 CFR 372.
(+) CERTAIN COMPONENTS LISTED IN THE INGREDIENTS SECTION INCLUDE CASE MATERIAL, PROJECTILE
OR OTHER INERT COMPONENTS AND ARE NOT EXPECTED TO BE AN EXPOSURE HAZARD UNDER NORMAL
HANDLING CONDITIONS.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Blazer Brass Ammunition
MSDS DATE: 08/19/2004 REVIEW DATE: 08/20/07 REVISION DATE: 06/13/05
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SECTION 3. PHYSICAL HAZARDS
COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID NO SKIN HAZARD YES
FLAMMABLE NO EYE HAZARD YES
PYROPHORIC NO TOXIC AGENT NO
EXPLOSIVE YES SENSITIZER NO
UNSTABLE NO CARCINOGEN NO
WATER REACTIVE NO REPRODUCTIVE TOXIN YES
OXIDIZER YES BLOOD TOXIN YES
ORGANIC PEROXIDE NO NERVOUS SYSTEM TOXIN YES
CORROSIVE NO LUNG TOXIN NO
COMPRESSED GAS NO LIVER TOXIN NO
IRRITANT YES KIDNEY TOXIN YES
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
INHALATION: After ammunition has been fired, dust, vapors, and/or fumes may be irritating to the respiratory system
and can result in both acute and chronic overexposure. *
INGESTION: When ammunition is fired or otherwise discharged, dust, vapors, and/or fumes may be absorbed by the
digestive system and can result in both acute and chronic overexposure. * Ingestion of a complete round can cause
irritation to the digestive system, and possibly other unknown health effects.
SKIN CONTACT: After ammunition has been fired, dust, vapors, and/or fumes may cause irritation. * Projectiles from
fired ammunition can cause puncture wounds.
SKIN ABSORPTION: Skin absorption is not expected to occur.
EYE CONTACT: After ammunition has been fired, dust, vapors, and/or fumes may cause irritation.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE *
ACUTE OVEREXPOSURE: If left untreated; weakness, vomiting, loss of appetite, uncoordinated body movements,
convulsions, stupor, and possibly coma may occur. Damage is possible to the reproductive systems in both males and
females. *
CHRONIC OVEREXPOSURE: If left untreated; weakness, insomnia, hypertension, slight irritations to the skin and eyes,
metallic taste in the mouth, anemia, constipation, headache, muscle and joint pains, neuro-muscular dysfunction,
possible paralysis, encephalopathy, and damage to the reproductive systems in both males and females. *
*SPECIAL HEALTH 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.
Lead and its inorganic compounds are neurotoxins, which may produce neuropathy. For an overview of the health
effects of lead exposure, consult the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Appendix A of
Occupational Exposure to Lead, 29 CFR 1910.1025.
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES: If chemicals are gotten in the eyes, flush with copious quantities of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical
attention. If physical injury has occurred because of projectiles, get immediate medical attention.
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SKIN: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. If physical injury has occurred because of projectiles, get immediate
medical attention.
INHALATION: Remove from exposure. Get medical attention If experiencing effects of overexposure. *
ACCIDENTAL INJURY FROM FIRED CARTRIDGE: Fired ammunition can create serious injury, possibly both
entrance and exit wounds. To avoid serious injury, use ammunition only in good condition and originally chambered for
a particular caliber. Always keep the barrel free of any obstruction. If the gun fails to fire, a delayed firing may occur, or
the gun may fire upon being opened. Keep gun muzzle pointed in a safe direction. Wait 30 seconds. Avoid exposure
to breech. Carefully unload. A fired bullet has an extremely long range and can cause serious injury or death. Always
be sure of the backstop, and practice safe muzzle control at all times. Avoid firing at surfaces that could result in a
ricochet, such as water, rocks, or any other hard, flat surface. *
SECTION 5. EMERGENCY RESPONSE INFORMATION
IF PRODUCT IS INVOLVED IN FIRE: Use water. Fog type application to surrounding areas and other combustibles
will reduce the potential for fire spread and will lower temperatures of the product.
FIREFIGHTERS: Must be protected from explosion of material. Normal fire fighting attire will provide limited protection
at certain distances if product is packaged. If product is unconfined, there is a risk for injury from projectiles or case
material fragments. Product may explode if heated above 200 degrees C.
TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCIES: Contact CHEMTREC at 1-800-424-9300. Consult the DOT Emergency
Response Guidebook for instructions for handling emergencies involving this product.
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL SPILL/RELEASE MEASURES
Dry sweeping can contain spilled product. The recommended means for disposing of scrap is by incineration.
Incineration must be at a fully permitted facility specifically designed and permitted in accordance with all applicable
local, state, and federal regulations.
After scrapped by proper incineration, the remaining scrap materials should be disposed of or recycled in accordance
with local, state, and federal regulations.
SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
Store in a cool dry place. Do not crush or drop packages. Avoid heat, electrical current, and acids.
CCI-SPEER products are packaged and shipped in accordance with applicable Department of Transportation (DOT)
regulations. To ensure the highest level of safety while storing these products, keep product in the original packaging
until ready to use. Keep away from fire.
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROL MEASURES
VENTILATION: Mechanical ventilation must be provided if necessary to keep the exposure levels below the exposure
limits.
RESPIRATORS: If airborne concentrations exceed the Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL), wear respiratory protection
in accordance with the OSHA Standard for Respiratory Protection, 29 CFR 1910.134.
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROL MEASURES (continued)
HEARING PROTECTION: If noise levels exceed OSHA limits, while firing this product, use hearing protection in
accordance with OSHA's Hearing Conservation Standard, 29 CFR 1910.95.
EYE PROTECTION: Wear ANSI-approved goggles or safety glasses.
HAND PROTECTION: NA
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SKIN PROTECTION: If good personal hygiene practices are observed after firing this product, skin exposure problems
are not anticipated.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE: Not Applicable DECOMPOSITION TEMPERATURE Not Applicable
FREEZING POINT: Not Applicable SOLUBILITY IN WATER Not Applicable
BOILING POINT: Not Applicable EVAPORATION RATE Not Applicable
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: Not Applicable MOLECULAR WEIGHT Not Applicable
BULK DENSITY: Not Applicable VOLATILES, PERCENT BY VOLUME Not Applicable
VAPOR PRESSURE: Not Applicable ODOR Not Applicable
VAPOR DENSITY: Not Applicable
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
This product is normally stable. However, because of the design of ammunition and its components, partial detonation
upon impact or intense heat may occur. Mass detonation will not occur. Keep away from fire.
SECTION 11. HANDLING AND DISPOSAL OF SCRAP
The recommended means for disposing of scrap is by incineration. Incineration must be at a fully permitted facility
specifically designed and permitted in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
After scrapped by proper incineration, the remaining scrap materials should be disposed of or recycled in accordance
with local, state, and federal regulations.
SECTION 12. OTHER INFORMATION
The information in this MSDS was obtained from sources, which we believe are reliable. However, the information is
provided without any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding the accuracy or correctness.
The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of this product are beyond our control and may be
beyond our knowledge. For these and other reasons, we do not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability
for loss, damage, or expense arising out of or in any way connected with the handling, storage, use, or disposal of this
product.
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