Section I
Manufacturer's Name: Weiler Corporation
Address: One Weiler Drive, Cresco, PA 18326
Emergency Telephone Number: (570) 595-7495
Telephone Number for Information: (570) 595-7495
Date prepared: January 6, 2012
Name of preparer: Frank J. Hettes
Section II - Hazardous Ingredients / Identity Information
Hazardous Components,
(Specific Chemical Identity, Common Name(s)
CAS#
OSHA PEL
ACGIH TLV
% Weight
BASE METAL:
Copper
7440-50-8
1
1
94.0 - 95.0%
ALLOYS:
Zinc
7440-66-6
None
None
0.3%
Lead
7439-92-1
0.05
0.15
0.5%.
Iron
Trace
0.1%
Tin
7440-31-5
2
2
5.8% max.
Phosphorous
Trace
0.03%
Coatings: Optional - light surface coating of drawing lubricant (less than 1% total weight of product)
Section III - Physical / Chemical Characteristics Boiling Point: *N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.): *N/A
Vapor Density (AIR=1): *N/A
Percent Volatile by Volume: *N/A
Solubility in Alcohol: *N/A
Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 8.53
Melting Point: *N/A
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1): *N/A
Solubility in Water: *N/A
Solubility in Other Solvent: *N/A
Appearance and Odor: Solid, grey black, odorless
Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data Flash Point (method used):
Flammable Limits: *N/A LEL: *N/A UEL: *N/A
Extinguishing Media: *N/A
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: *N/A
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: *N/A
Section V - Reactivity Data Stability: Stable
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): *N/A
Hazardous Decomposition or By-products: *N/A
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section VI - Health Hazard Data Acute and Chronic Health Effects: Brass products in their natural state do not present an inhalation, ingestion or contact hazard; however, operations such as burning, welding, sawing, brazing and grinding may result in the following effects if exposures exceed permissible limits as listed in section II.
Health
Hazards
ACUTE
CHRONIC
Copper
Irritation of eyes, nose, throat, metallic taste in mouth or metal fume fever.
Pulmonary effects.
Zinc
Short term flu-like symptoms (metal fume fever); may include fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, appears 4-12 hrs. after exposure, dermatitis (oxide pox).
None reported.
Lead
Ingestion or inhalation of large amounts of lead can cause severe headaches, convulsions, coma, delirium and possibly death.
(Iron oxide) - Irritation of eyes, nose, throat, metallic taste in mouth or metal fume fever.
(Iron oxide) - Pulmonary effects, siderosis.
First Aid: In case of excessive exposure, remove to fresh air, administer oxygen and seek physician's assistance.
Section VII - Precautions For Safe Handling And Use Normal Storage and Handling: *N/A
Normal Use: *N/A
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: *N/A
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Welding and cutting
- adequate ventilation and/or approved respiratory protection should be provided if
PEL is extended.
Waste disposal method: *N/A
Section VIII - Control Measures Respiratory protection (specify type): NIOSH approved dust/mist/fume respirator if OSHA PEL is exceeded.
Ventilation: Depending on use, consult local, state and federal codes for appropriate selection.
Protective gloves: Recommended.
Eye protection: Always use approved eye protection.
Other protective clothing or equipment: Depending on use, consult local, state and federal codes for appropriate selection.
