Material
safety data sheet
Section
1: Metals
and alloys identification
Aluminum,
copper, lead, nickel and steel alloys
Section 2 :
Dangerous compounds
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Élément
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Numéro CAS Number
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Niveau ACGIH TLV Level
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Niveau OSHA PEL Level
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ALUMINIUM/ ALUMINUM #
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7429-90-5
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10mg/m³/5mg/m³ (fume)
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15mg/m³ /5mg/ m³ ( R
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ANTIMOINE/ANTIMONY#
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7440-36-0
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0,5mg/m³
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0,5mg/m³
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ARSENIC#
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7440-38-2
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0,01mg/m³
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0,01mg/m³
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BÉRYLLIUM#
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7440-41-7
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0,002mg/m³/0,01mg/m³
(STEL)
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0,002mg/m³
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CADMIUM#
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7440-43-9
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0,01mg/m³/0,002mg/m³
( R )
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0,005mg/m³
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CARBON
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7440-44-0
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CHROME/CHROMIUM#
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7440-47-3
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0,5mg/m³
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1mg/m³
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COBALT#
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7440-48-4
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0,02mg/m³
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0,1mg/m³
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COLUMBIUM
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7440-03-1
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CUIVRE/COPPER#
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7440-50-8
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1mg/m³ 0,2mg /m³ (fume)
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1mg/m³/0,1mg/m³ (fume)
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FER/IRON
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7439-89-6
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5mg/m³
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10mg/m³ (fume)
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PLOMB/LEAD#
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7439-92-1
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0,05mg/m³
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0,05mg/m³
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MAGNÉSIUM
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7439-95-4
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10mg/m³ (fume)
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15mg/m³
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MANGANÈSE/MANGANESE#
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7439-96-5
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0,2mg/m³
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5mg/m³ ( C )
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MOLYBDÈNE/MOLYBDENUM
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7439-98-7
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10mg/m³3mmg/m³ ( R )
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15mg/m³
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NICKEL#
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7440-02-0
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1,5mg/m³
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1mg/m³
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PHOSPHORE/PHOSPHORUS#
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7723-14-0
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0,02mg/m³
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0,1mg/m³
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SILICONE/SILICON
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7440-21-3
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10mg/m³
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15mg/m³/5mg/m³ ( R )
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ARGENT/SILVER#
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7740-22-4
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0,1mg/m³
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0,01mg/m³
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SOUFFRE/SULFUR
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7704-34-9
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TANTALIUM/TANTALUM
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7440-25-7
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5mg/m³
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5mg/m³ ( C )
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TELLURIUM
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13494-80-9
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0,1mg/m³
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0,1mg/m³
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ÉTAIN/TIN
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7440-31-5
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2mg/m³
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2mg/m³
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TITANE/TITANIUM
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7440-32-6
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TUNGSTÈNE/TUNGSTEN
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7440-33-7
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5mg/m³10mg/m³ (STEL)
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VANADIUM#
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7440-62-2
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YTTRIUM
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7440-65-5
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1mg/m³
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1mg/m³
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ZINC#
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7440-66-6
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10mg/m³/5mg/m³ (fume)
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15mg/m³/5mg/m³ ( R )
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Note: Arsenic,
beryllium, cadmium, cobalt and Chromium VI compounds, nickel and lead have
been listed
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by IARC and/or
NTP as carcinogenic or potentially carcinogenic to humans.
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Magnesium oxide, zinc oxide and iron
oxide exposure limits are referenced above. (C) Ceiling limit.
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(R) Respirable
fraction. (STEL) Short-term exposure limit.
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# Denotes a toxic chemical subject
to reporting requirements for section 313, Titles III of S.A.R.A...
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Section 3: Physical data
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Physical form at ambient
temperature is an odourless solid.
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ALUMINIUM ALUMINUM
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CUIVRE COPPER
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PLOMB LEAD
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ACIER
STEEL
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NICKEL
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Gravité spécifique (H20=1) Specific
gravity
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2,5+
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7,5+
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8+
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7+
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09-août
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Point de fusion( C) Melting point
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480+
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1000+
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180+
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1300+
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>1400
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Couleur Color
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Argent Silver
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Jaune à rouge Yellow to red
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Gris
pâle
Soft grey
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Gris à noir Grey to black
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Argent Silver
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Solubilité à H20 Solubility
in H20
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aucune none
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aucune none
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aucune none
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aucune none
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aucune none
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Section 4 : Fire and explosion data
Flash point: Not applicable
Extinguishing media: see below
Flammable limits (LEL-UEL): Not Applicable
Auto ignition temperature:
not applicable
Fire fighting procedure: Solid massive form is not combustible.
Fire and explosion hazard is high for aluminum and moderate for additional
alloys when the material is in the form of dust and exposed to heat, flames,
chemical reaction, or in contact with powerful oxidizers. Use class D
extinguishing agents. Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing
apparatus and protective clothing.
Section 5. Données Reactivity data
Section 6. Health risks
data
Permissible exposure
limits and threshold limit values
: See section 2
Route(s) of entry : inhalation, skin and
ingestion. Under normal handling conditions the solid alloys presents no
significant hazards. However, dust or fume producing operations such as
grinding, welding, heating and others may result in
the potential to exposure to airborne metal particles or fume. The exposure
levels in section 2 are relevant to fumes and dusts.
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Élément
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ALUMINIUM/
ALUMINUM #
Al
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Low health risk by
inhalation –ACGIH:
listed as nuisance dust
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ANTIMOINE/ANTIMONY#
Sb
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Overexposure to antimony can irritate the eyes
and lungs and cause stomach pain, diarrhoea, vomiting, stomach ulcers, heart
and lung problems
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ARSENIC#
As
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Arsenic compounds are usually absorbed in to the
body from industrial exposures, by ingestion and inhalation. Signs of toxicity
are dermal lesions, conjunctivitis, upper respiratory tracks irritation,
nausea, vomiting, peripheral neuritis and occasional anaemia. Arsenic has
been listed as a Group 1 carcinogen by IARC (carcinogen to human) and NTP
(known to be human carcinogen).
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BÉRYLLIUM#
Be
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Inhalation of beryllium dust or fume may
result in the production of an acute or chronic systemic disease depending
upon the level of exposure and the beryllium compound involved. Granulomatous lesions of the skin, liver, kidneys, spleen
and lymph nodes have been reported. Damage to the lungs may be in the both
acute and chronic forms, both of which have similar signs and symptoms. These
include a relatively non-productive cough, progressive difficulty in
breathing, loss of appetite, and loss of weight. In the acute form, the
symptoms appear in several hours and/or several weeks after exposure and
there is usually rapid progression of signs including dyspnoea, anorexia, and
extreme weight loss. Complete recovery is possible and fatal cases usually
result from acute heart disease. In chronic beryllium disease, the symptoms
or signs are progressive and can be fatal. In the progression of disease,
symptoms of heart disease may occur. Beryllium is listed as a Group 1
carcinogen by IARC (carcinogenic to human) and Group 2 by NTP (reasonably
anticipated human carcinogen).
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CADMIUM#
Cd
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Inhalation of cadmium fumes may cause respiratory
irritation with a sore, dry throat and a metallic taste followed by a cough, chest
pain and difficulty breathing. Bronchitis, pneumonia, pulmonary oedema,
headaches, dizziness, loss of appetite and weight loss have been reported.
Liver, kidneys and bone marrow may be injured by the presence of the metal.
Continued exposure to lower level of cadmium can cause severe lung irritation
that may be fatal. Cadmium is listed as a Group 1 carcinogen by IARC
(carcinogenic to human) and Group 2 by NTP (reasonably anticipated human
carcinogen).
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CHROME/CHROMIUM#
Cr
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Chromium dust can cause irritation of the
eyes, skin and respiratory tracks. Additional chromium compounds can be
formed during processing and cause dermatitis, allergic reactions and skin
ulcers. Chronic overexposure can cause perforation of the nasal septum,
respiratory sensitization, asthma, lung damage, kidney damage and cancer.
Chromium is listed as a Group 1 carcinogen by IARC (carcinogenic to human)
and by NTP (known to be human carcinogen).
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COBALT#
Co
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Acute and chronic overexposures can cause
respiratory sensitization, asthma, scarring of the lungs and damage to heart
muscle (cardiomyopathy). Cobalt is listed as a
Group 2B carcinogen by IARC (possibly carcinogenic to human).
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COLUMBIUM
Nb
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Also known as Niobium, there is limited information on
the toxicity of this metal or its fumes.
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CUIVRE/COPPER#
Cu
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Acute overexposures to fume of copper can cause
metal fume fever with flu-like symptoms. Copper dust and fume can cause
irritation of the upper respiratory track, metallic taste in the mouth and
nausea. Chronic overexposures can cause reduction in the red blood cells,
skin abnormalities and hair discoloration.
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FER/IRON
Fe
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The inhalation of iron oxide fumes
or dust may cause an apparent pneumoconiosis, called siderosis.
Can irritation of gastrointestinal tract, bleeding, changes in the Ph of body
fluids and liver damage.
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PLOMB/LEAD#
Pb
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Chronic overexposure can cause weakness in
the extremities (peripheral neuropathy), gastrointestinal tracks effects, kidney,
central nervous system and liver damage, damage to blood forming organs,
blood cell damage and reproductive harm. Can cause reduced fertility and
foetal toxicity in pregnant woman. Inorganic lead and lead compounds are
listed as a Group 2B carcinogen by IARC (possibly carcinogenic to human).
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MAGNÉSIUM
Mg
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Exposure to magnesium may cause metal fume fever
with flu-like symptoms. Particles embedded in the skin may cause severe
lesion.
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MANGANÈSE/MANGANESE#
Mn
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Chronic manganese overexposure can cause
inflammation of the lung tissue, scarring of the lungs (pulmonary fibrosis),
central nervous system damage, secondary Parkinson’s
disease and reproductive harm in male.
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MOLYBDÈNE/MOLYBDENUM
Mo
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Can cause irritation of mucous membranes, skin and
respiratory tracks. Acute overexposures can lead to headaches, backache and
sore joints. Chronic overexposures can cause blood disorders, kidney damage
and liver damage.
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NICKEL#
Ni
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The most common ailment arising from nickel
or its compounds is an allergic dermatis known as
« nickel-itch ». Generally nickel and most salts of nickel do not
cause systemic poisoning, but nickel has been identified a Group-2B carcinogen by IARC (possibly carcinogenic
to human) and Group 2 by NTP (reasonably anticipated human carcinogen). There
can also be adverse effects to the lungs and the nasal cavities.
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PHOSPHORE/PHOSPHORUS#
P
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The dust and fumes can act as minor irritant
to the eyes, throat and respiratory tracts. Long-term excessive inhalation of
phosphorus compounds may lead to cough, bronchitis and pneumonia.
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SILICONE/SILICON
Si
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Chronic overexposures can cause chronic
bronchitis and narrowing of the airways. Studies with experimental animals by
injection have found lesions on the lungs.
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ARGENT/SILVER#
Ag
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Chronic occupational exposure to silver results in argyria, a permanent pigmentation (grey to purple) of the
skin and eyes. Inhalation of silver may localize the argyria
and the respiratory tract with chronic bronchitis as the only symptom.
Exposures to high levels have resulted in respiratory problems and stomach
pains.
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SOUFFRE/SULFUR
S
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In fumes may irritate the eyes, skin, lungs and gastro
intestinal tract.
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TANTALIUM/TANTALUM
Ta
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Can cause mechanical irritation of the skin, eyes
and upper respiratory tract. Generally of low toxicity.
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TELLURIUM
Te
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Inhalation of tellurium fume can result in a metallic
taste in the mouth and garlic breath, gastrointestinal disease, dry-mouth and
somnolence.
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ÉTAIN/TIN
Sn
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The inhalation of inorganic tin fumes or dust may
cause in apparent benign pneumoconiosis called stanosis
which is reported not to be disabling
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TITANE/TITANIUM
Ti
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Titanium is considered a physiologically inert dust.
However, high concentration of oxides can cause mechanical irritation of
eyes, nose and throat. Inhalation of titanium could cause mild irritation to
the respiratory track. Inhalation of titanium dioxide dust or fume could
produce lung fibrosis and chronic bronchitis.
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TUNGSTÈNE/TUNGSTEN
W
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Inhalation of tungsten dust may cause irritation of
the respiratory track. Skin or eye contact could cause abrasion or irritation
of the respective surfaces. No hazards have been identified for tungsten fume
except that it may aggravate an existing chronic respiratory disease.
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VANADIUM#
Va
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High level of exposure to vanadium can irritate the
eyes, throat and lungs. Symptom generally subsides shortly after the exposure
is removed.
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YTTRIUM
Y
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Short-term inhalation in large amounts
could cause discomfort, coughing and nasal discharge similar to the symptoms
of a bad cold. Drying of the mucous membrane may be experienced. After intra-tracheal
administration in rats, emphysema and diffused nodular fibrosis in the lungs
have been reported. The oral toxicity of this material is low as it is poorly
absorbed from the gastrointestinal track. Skin and eye contact should produce
no problems other than mechanical irritation.
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ZINC#
Zn
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Zinc is low in toxicity, but inhalation of
fumes/oxides may cause metal fume fever. Onset of symptoms may be delayed 4
to 12 hours and include irritation of the mouth and throat, coughing, stomach
pain, headache, nausea, vomiting, metallic taste, chills, fever, pains in the
muscles and joints, thirst, bronchitis or pneumonia and a bluish tint to the
skin. These symptoms go away in 24 to 48 hours and leave no effect.
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Section 8: Section 4 :Fire and explosion data
Flash point: Not applicable
Extinguishing media : See below
Flammable limits (LEL-UEL): Not applicable
Auto ignition temperature : not applicable
Fire fighting procedure: Solid massive form is not
combustible. Fire and explosion hazard is high for aluminum and moderate for
additional alloys when the material is in the form of dust and exposed to heat,
flames, chemical reaction, or in contact with powerful oxidizers. Use class D
extinguishing agents. Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing
apparatus and protective clothing.
Section 5. Reactivity data
Stability: Stable under normal conditions of transport and storage as
shipped
Conditions to avoid: Strong acids and bases can produce flammable
/explosive gas. All molten metal may
violently react with water.
Incompatibility (materials to avoid): Acids, bases and oxidizers.
Hazardous decomposition or by-products: Metal fume. Cutting and welding
operations may generate ozone and oxides of nitrogen
Hazardous polymerization: Will not occurred
Section 6. Health
Hazard Data
Permissible exposure limits and threshold limit values: See section 2
Route (s) of entry: inhalation, skin and ingestion. Under normal
handling conditions the solid alloys present's no significant hazards. However,
dust or fume producing operations such as grinding, welding, heating
and others may result in the potential to exposure to airborne metal particles
or fume. The exposure levels in section 2 are relevant to fumes and dusts.
Emergency first aid procedure
Eye contact: Flush for 15 minutes with running water to remove
particles. Consult a physician
Skin contact : Wash well with soap and water for
15 minutes. Consult a physician if irritation persists
Inhalation : Remove individual to place with fresh air. Obtain medical attention.
Ingestion : Seek medical attention if large quantities have been
ingested.
Section 7: Consignes Precautions for safe handling and use
Steps to be taken in case material
is released or spilled: No specials
precautions are necessary for spills of bulk material. If large quantities of dust are spilled.
Remove by vacuuming or wet-sweeping to prevent elevated concentration of
airborne dust. Vacuum systems must be designed for explosive dusts. Avoid all
ignitions sources.
Clean-up personnel should wear
appropriate safety equipment and protective clothing. Ventilation
system must meet
regulations.
Handling and storage: Store materials away from incompatible materials and keep dust from
sources of ignition.
Other precautions: See all other sections of this MSDS
Section 8: Control Measures
Respiratory protections: If exposure is above safe levels use an approved
respirator for fume and dust.
Ventilation : Use an appropriate ventilation system to maintain the
level of fume and dust under the levels specified in section 2.
Protective gloves : Gloves are required for melting, grinding, cutting,
welding or manual handling operations. Select gloves
approved for the specific operation.
Eye protection : Safety glasses with side shields/goggles are
recommended. Melting and welding may require special eye protection including
face shields and specially tinted glass. Grinding operations may also require a face shield.
Other protective clothing or equipment:
Other protection or equipment may
be required depending upon the work being done or the material being used.
Note:
The information contained in this
Material Safety Data Sheet is believed to be correct as it was obtain from
sources which we believe reliable. However, no representations, guarantees or
warranties of any kind are made to its accuracy, suitability for particular
applications, hazards connected with the use of the material, or the results to
be obtained from the use thereof. User assumes all risks and liability of any
use of the material, methods, conditions and equipment used to store, handle or
process the material. Hazards connected with the use of the material are solely
the responsibility of the user and remain at his sole discretion.
Compliance with all applicable laws
and regulations remains the responsibility of the user. The user has the
responsibility to provide a safe work place, to examine all aspects of its
operations and to determine if and where precautions, in additions to those
describe herein, are required.
Chemical analysis of the shown
alloys are for reference only, indicating the general composition of the alloy,
it shall not be used for ordering or specification purposes
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