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 25, 2006
Name of preparer: Frank J. Hettes
Section II - Hazardous Ingredients / Identity Information
|
Hazardous Components, |
CAS# |
OSHA PEL |
ACGIH TLV |
% (optional) |
| BASE METAL: | ||||
|
Iron |
7439-89-6 |
10 mg/m3 |
As iron oxide fumes |
95-99% |
| ALLOYS: | ||||
|
Carbon |
7440-44-0 |
- |
- |
.01 - 1.25% |
|
Manganese |
7439-96-5 |
5 mg/m3 |
As manganese |
.25 - 1.65% |
|
Phosphorous |
7723-14-0 |
0.1 mg/m3 |
As phosphorous |
.04 max. |
|
Silicon |
7440-21-3 |
- |
- |
1.6% max. |
|
Sulfur |
7704-34-9 |
13 mg/m3 |
As sulfur dioxide |
.001 - .035% |
|
Vanadium |
7440-22-6 |
0.1 mg/m3 |
As vanadium pentoxide (fume) |
.01 - .35% |
|
Chromium |
7440-47-3 |
1 mg/m3 |
As soluble chromic |
.01 - 1.5% |
Section III - Physical / Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point: *N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.): *N/A
Vapor Density (AIR=1): *N/A
Solubility in Water: *N/A
Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 7
Melting Point: *N/A
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1): *N/A
Appearance and Odor: Grey black and odorless
Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (method used): *N/A
Flammable Limits: 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): None
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: A) Metal fumes: Iron Oxide B) Manganese;
C) Vanadium Pentoxide; D) Chromium
Hazardous Polymerization: Not known
Section VI - Health Hazard Data
Route(s) of entry:
Inhalation? Yes
Skin? No
Ingestion? Seek medical help
| Health Hazards |
ACUTE |
CHRONIC |
| Iron (iron oxide) |
Irritation of eyes, nose, throat, metallic taste in mouth
or metal fume fever. |
Pulmonary effects, siderosis. |
| Manganese |
Irritation of eyes, nose, throat, metallic taste in mouth or metal fume fever. | Bronchitis, pneumonitis, lack of coordination. |
| Vanadium |
Irritant to conjunctivae and respiratory tract (greenish-black discoloration of tongue and shortness of breath). | |
| Chromium |
Irritation of eyes, nose and lungs; dermatitis. |
Various forms of dermatitis, inflammation and/or ulceration of upper respiratory tract and possible cancer of nasal passages and lungs. Based on available information, there does not appear to be any evidence that exposure to welding fumes induces human cancer. |
Carcinogenicity:
NTP? Not known
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Not known
Emergency and First Aid Proceedures: Wash skin with soap and water;
seek
medical attention.
Section VII - Precautions For Safe Handling And Use
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: *N/A
Waste disposal method: *N/A
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: *N/A
Other Precautions: Welding and cutting - adequate ventilation and/or approved
respiratory protection should be provided if PEL is extended.
Section VIII - Control Measures
Respiratory protection (specify type): NIOSH approved dust/mist/fume
respirator if
OSHA PEL is exceeded.
Ventilation:
Local Exhaust: Mechanical (General):
Special: Depending on use, consult local, state and federal codes for appropriate
selection.
Protective gloves: Check codes
Eye protection: Check codes
Other protective clothing or equipment: Depending on use, consult local,
state and
federal codes for appropriate selection.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Keep work area clean.
*N/A = Not applicable
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