Primetrade, Inc. ISO 9001:2000 Registered
11301 Carmel Commons Blvd Main Ph: 704.541.3942
Suite 115 Fax: 704.541.5367
Charlotte, NC 28226 E-mail: iron@primetradeusa.com
Material Safety Data Sheet FPI Page 1
Commodity Name: Foundry Pig Iron CAS #: NA
Commodity Code: 46
DUST OR FUMES CAN CAUSE PULMONARY DISORDERS.
Trade Name and Synonyms: NA
Chemical Family: Alloy Molecular Weight: NA
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
OSHA ACGIH
Material %Weight PEL (unit) TLV (unit)
Iron 90.86-94.25 10 mg/M3 (oxide fume) 5 mg/M3 (oxide
fume)
Carbon 3.5-4.5 5000 ppm (dioxide) 5000 ppm
(dioxide)
50 ppm (monoxide) 50 ppm
(monoxide)
Manganese 0.5-1.0 5 mg/M3 5 mg/M3 (dust)
1 mg/M3
(fume)
Silicon 1.75-3.5 15 mg/M3 (total dust) 10 mg/M3
(total dust)
5 mg/M3 5 mg/M3
(respirable dust) (respirable dust)
Sulfur 0.04 (max) 5 ppm (dioxide) 2 ppm (dioxide)
Phosphorus 0.10 (max) 0.1 mg/M3 (yellow) 0.1 mg/M3
(yellow)
PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance: Metallic solid.
Melting Point: None Established Specific Gravity: None Established
Primetrade, Inc. ISO 9001:2000 Registered
11301 Carmel Commons Blvd Main Ph: 704.541.3942
Suite 115 Fax: 704.541.5367
Charlotte, NC 28226 E-mail: iron@primetradeusa.com
Material Safety Data Sheet FPI Page 2
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Route of Exposure: Inhalation of dust or fumes.
Acute Effects: Excessive inhalation of fumes from many metals can produce an acute reaction
known as 鈥渕etal fume fever鈥?. Symptoms consist of chills and fever (very similar
to and easily confused with flu symptoms) which come on a few hours after large
exposures. Long- term effects of metal fume fever have not been noted.
Chronic Effects: Only after six to ten years of exposure to iron dust or fume does one present
any signs of pneumoconiosis (i.e., siderosis). Physical examinations of those
exposed to iron dust have not indicated any disability. Excessive and
prolonged inhalation of manganese (generally over 2 years exposure) can cause
damage to the central nervous system. The pathology resembles Parkinson鈥檚
disease. Also, workers routinely exposed to high concentrations of manganese
display an unusually high incidence of respiratory disease. Silicon exists in a
low percentage in this composition. However, should exposure be chronic and
if silica dust is generated, silicosis may develop. This is characterized by
coughing, dyspnea, wheezing, repeated nonspecific chest illness and
progressive impairment of pulmonary function. Symptoms persist even after
dust exposure ceases.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Inhalation: If acute overexposure to fumes occurs, remove victim from the adverse
environment and seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: If dust or mist gets on the skin, wash the contaminated skin with soap and water.
Remove contaminated clothing and launder before reuse.
Eye Contact: Flush with large amounts of water.
Ingestion: If particles are ingested, give 1-2 glasses of water or milk. Induce vomiting only if
victim is fully conscious and has not convulsed. All ingestion cases should have
immediate medical aid.
Primetrade, Inc. ISO 9001:2000 Registered
11301 Carmel Commons Blvd Main Ph: 704.541.3942
Suite 115 Fax: 704.541.5367
Charlotte, NC 28226 E-mail: iron@primetradeusa.com
Material Safety Data Sheet FPI Page 3
FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Flash Point: NA Flammable Limits: NA
Metal products are not a fire hazard. However, dust generated in grinding operations may present
a fire or explosion hazard.
Extinguishing Media: Special mixtures of dry chemical suitable for metal fires.
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Minimal problems with spills of this product would ever occur because of its solid form.
However, if there is a spill of dust, clean up using methods which avoid dust generation and the
use of water, such as vacuum. If airborne dust is generated during the cleanup, use an appropriate
NIOSH-approved respirator.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of in accordance with appropriate federal, state, and local
regulation.
SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Ventilation: Local exhaust ventilation should be provided to keep worker exposures within
allowable limits during welding or grinding operations.
Respiratory Protection: When engineering or administrative controls are not feasible to control
overexposure or while they are being instituted, appropriate NIOSH-
approved respirators should be used and selected according to 29 CFR
1910.134.
Eye Protection: Personal protective equipment for eyes should be worn when there is a
reasonable probability of injury due to welding or grinding.
Protective Gloves: As needed to protect against physical hazards.
Primetrade, Inc. ISO 9001:2000 Registered
11301 Carmel Commons Blvd Main Ph: 704.541.3942
Suite 115 Fax: 704.541.5367
Charlotte, NC 28226 E-mail: iron@primetradeusa.com
Material Safety Data Sheet FPI Page 4
CARCINOGENIC ASSESSMENT
The ingredients have NOT been identified as known or suspect carcinogens by NTP, IARC, or
OSHA.
REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable under normal conditions of handling and use.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat or flame.
Incompatibility: Iron dust and manganese react violently with halogens, hydrogen peroxide,
NO2, phosphorus, sodium acetylide, sulfuric acid, air, water, polystyrene, and
oxidizing agents. Manganese can react with water and steam to produce
hydrogen.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
The metal itself does not present a health hazard unless it is welded, burned, ground or cut.
During these procedures, it is possible that excessive amounts of fumes or dust may be generated.
It is advised that your particular operation be evaluated by a competent health professional to
determine whether a hazard exists.
Chemtrec emergency Ph: 1800-424-9300 Rev. March 1, 2003
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