MSDS

Carbon Steel Wire

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,
(Specific Chemical Identity, Common Name(s)

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
(yellow)

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
0.5 mg/m3

As vanadium pentoxide (fume)
As vanadium pentoxide (dust)

.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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