MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
This Material Safety Data Sheet has been prepared in compliance with Federal OSHA
Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200, ANSI Z400.1-1993 and the ISO Safety
Data Sheet Standard. This product may be considered to be a hazardous chemical under 29
CFR 1910.1200. This information is required to be disclosed for safety in the workplace. This
MSDS is applicable only to the product identified herein when used properly.
NOTE: Refer to Section XVII for List of Acronyms
I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Product: Cartridges, Small Arms
PRECISION AMMUNITION CENTERFIRE RIFLE,
Trade Name:
PISTOL & REVOLVER AMMUNITION
CAS Registry No.: N/A HMIS Rating
CAS Name: N/A Health: 1
Formula: N/A Flammability: 0
Molecular Weight: N/A Reactivity: 1
Grade: N/A
IN EVENT OF EMERGENCY
(Spill, Leak, Fire, Exposure, Accident)
CALL CHEMTREC DAY OR NIGHT
(800) 424-9300
In Washington, D.C. 483-7616
Outside Continental USA (202) 483-7616
II. HAZARDOUS COMPONENT INFORMATION
Centerfire Pistol & Revolver Ammunition is comprised of the following four (4) components.
The hazardous chemicals contained in each are listed. The percent by weight of the
hazardous ingredients in Centerfire Pistol & Revolver Ammunition are listed in the table
below.
1. Projectile Lead, Copper, Zinc, Antimony
2. Brass Shellcase Copper, Zinc, Nickel
3. Propellant Nitrocellulose, Nitroglycerin, Diburyl Phthalate, Diphenylamine,
Dinitrotoluene, Graphite
4. Primer Copper, Zinc, Lead Styphnate, Antimony, Barium, Tetrazene
Issued: June, 2002 Material Safety Data Sheet 1
Hazardous Ingredients Percent by Weight CAS Number Exposure Limits (PEL)
Copper 16-58% 7440-50-8 None established
TWA (fume) 0.1 mg/m鲁
Zinc 6-35% 7440-66-6
TWA (dust) 1.0 mg/m鲁
Lead 14-75% 7439-92-1 TWA 0.05 mg/m鲁
Antimony 0-2% 7440-36-0 TWA 0.5 mg/m鲁
Arsenic 0-0.5% 7440-38-2 TWA 0.5 mg/m鲁
Barium Less than 0.5% 7440-39-3 TWA 0.5 mg/m鲁
TWA CL 0.2 ppm (skin)
Nitroglycerin 0-18% 55-63-0 STEL 0.1 mg/m鲁 (skin)
Dibutyl Phthalate 0-2.3% 84-74-2 TWA 5 mg/m鲁
Diphenylamine 0-2.3% 122-39-4 TWA 10 mg/m鲁
TWA Soluble Compounds:
0.1 mg/m鲁
Nickel Less than 1% 7440-02-0
TWA Insoluble Compounds:
1.0 mg/m鲁
(Natural)TWA 2.5 mg/m鲁
Graphite Less than 1% 7440-44-0 (Synthetic) Respirable
Fraction: 5 mg/m鲁
Lead Styphnate
Less than 0.5% 63918-97-8 None established
Lead Trinitroresorcinate
Nitrocellulose
Less than 1% 9004-70-0 None established
Cellulose Tetranitrate
Tetrazene Less than 0.1% 109-27-3 None established
2,4-Dinitrotoluene 0-5.4% 121-14-2 TWA 1.5 mg/m鲁
III. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview: Accidental fire may cause low-energy fragments to be emitted
thus causing potential eye injury.
Potential Human Health Effects:
Skin Contact: May cause allergic reaction (sensitization) in susceptible
individuals.
Eye Contact: Lead dust and fumes can irritate the eyes causing redness and
discharge.
Inhalation: Inhalation of lead dust or fumes may cause irritation to nose,
throat, upper respiratory tract and lungs. Irritation may lead to
bronchitis, headache, lowering of blood pressure and
weakness.
Ingestion/Absorption: Ingestion may cause severe headache, nausea, vomiting,
Abdominal pain, fatigue, diarrhea, trembling, ringing in ear and
salivation.
Carcinogenicity Information: This product is not classified a carcinogen by IARC, OSHA,
NTP or EPA. Lead and arsenic are classified a carcinogen by
IARC.
Issued: June, 2002 Material Safety Data Sheet 2
IV. FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin Contact: Wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water. Remove
Contaminated clothing. Wash clothing thoroughly prior to reuse.
Discard any contaminated leather items (i.e. shoes, etc.)
Eye Contact: If wearing contacts, immediately remove contact lenses. Hold eyelids
apart and flush eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes.
Obtain medical attention immediately.
Inhalation: Immediately remove to fresh air. Administer artificial respiration, if
necessary. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Obtain medical
attention immediately.
Ingestion/Absorption: If conscious, drink large amounts of water. Induce vomiting.
Immediately contact a physician or Poison Control Center. Never
induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
V. FIRE HAZARDS
Flammable Properties: May ignite if heated to 130掳C. Will ignite when exposed
to flame and high temperatures. Be cautious of fragments.
Extinguishing Media: Flood fire with water to fight fire and cool shells. If no water is
available, use carbon dioxide, dry chemical or earth.
Fire-Fighting Instructions: Evacuate area immediately. Deluge area with water. Wear full
firefighting protective gear including face shield or SCBA to
protect from fragments.
VI. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Safeguards: Remove from all sources of ignition.
Spill Cleanup: Use non-sparking equipment to clean up spill. If disposal is
necessary, refer to XIII. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS.
VII. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Personnel Handling: Handle with care. Do not strike or crush the rounds.
Storage: Store in original containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area
from all sources of ignition. Do not subject to mechanical
shock. Keep out of reach of children. This product must not be
stored with acids, strong oxidizers or caustics.
Issued: June, 2002 Material Safety Data Sheet 3
VIII. PERSONAL PROTECTION/EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Engineering Controls: N/A
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses recommended when handling or firing
Rounds. Hearing protection recommended when firing
rounds. Use of NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
required when exposed to fumes, and/or dust in an
enclosed or poorly-ventilated area.
Exposure Guidelines: Keep product away from sources of accidental ignition.
Exposure Limits: Exposure limits listed with each hazardous chemical.
IX. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance: Projectile: cylindrical; grayish, silvery color
Case: cylindrical; silvery color
Form: Solid Evaporation Rate: N/A
Color: Variable Melting Point: N/A
Odor: None Solubility in Water: N/A
Boiling Point: N/A pH: N/A
Specific Gravity: N/A
Vapor Density: N/A
X. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal use conditions. Will not react with water.
Other Hazards:
Incompatibility: Incompatible with acids, strong oxidizers and caustics.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
Conditions to Avoid: Flames, sparks, percussion, shock, static, high temperatures
(266掳F or 130掳C)
XI. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Oral LD 50: No available date
Dermal LD 50: No available date
Inhalation LC 50: No available date
Irritation: Not a skin or eye irritant
Issued: June, 2002 Material Safety Data Sheet 4
XII. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Aquatic Toxicity:
Barium to Stickleback: 400 mg/l
Barium Nitrate o Stickleback: 760 mg/l
Environmental Impact:
When used and disposed or properly, there is no known environmental impact.
XIII. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of as required by local, state and federal laws and regulations.
EPA Hazardous Waste Code: D008 (lead)
XIV. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
SHIPPING INFORMATION
Proper Shipping Name: Cartridges, Small Arms
Hazard Class: ORM-D
UN/NA No: N/A
Packing Group: N/A
Shipping Label: None required
Special Information: May be reclassified internationally as:
Hazard Class: 1.4S
UN/NA No.: UN0012
Packing Group: II
Shipping Label: 1.4S label
XV. REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS
TSCA Inventory Status: Included on list.
This product contains a toxic chemical or chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of
section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and
40 CFR Part 372.
XVI. OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA Rating: Not established
HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
Chronic Health: Headache, nausea, weakness
Acute Health: Anemia,
Fire Hazard: 0 (per HMIS Rating)
Pressure Hazard: Sudden release of pressure
Reactivity Hazard: 1 (per HMIS Rating)
Issued: June, 2002 Material Safety Data Sheet 5
NPCA-HMIS Ratings:
Health: 2
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 1
References:
Code of Federal Regulations, Monthly Summary: CFR 1910.1200(g)
and Appendix E (B.), Regulations Management Corporation, Bloomington, Indiana,
July 1, 1994.
Hazardous Chemical Desk Reference: Third Edition, Richard J. Lewis, Sr., Van
Nostrand Reinhold, Copyright 1993.
American National Standards Institute, Z400.1-1993
International Standards Organization Safety Data Sheet Standard.
Issued: June, 2002 Material Safety Data Sheet 6
XVII. LIST OF ACRONYMS
ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists.
AIHA WEEL American Industrial Hygienists Association-Workplace Environmental Exposure Level
ANSI American National Standard Institute
BEI Biological Exposure Indexes
CAS Chemical Abstract Service
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
CL Ceiling Limits (not to be exceeded)
DSL Domestic Substances List
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
HMIS Hazardous Materials Identification System
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer
IATA International Air Transport Association
ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization
ISO International Standards Organization
MITI Ministry of International Trade and Industry (Japan)
MSHA Mine Safety and Health Appliance
NFPA National Fire Protection Association
NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NTA National Transportation Agency (Canada)
NTP National Toxicology Program
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
ORM Other Regulated Materials
PEL Permissible Exposure Limit (OSHA)
SCBA Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
STEL Short-Term Exposure Limit
TLV Threshold Limit Values (ACGIH)
TSCA Toxic Substances Control Act
TWA Time Weighted Average
UN/NA United Nations/North American (identification number)
SARA Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act
RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
For additional information, please contact:
Precision Ammunition, LLC.
5402 E. Diana Street
Tampa, FL 33610
TEL (813) 626-0077
FAX (813) 626-0078
The information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet is provided to all individuals who are or will be
exposed to this product through use, handling, storage or transport. Precision Ammunition, LLC. believes, yet
makes no warranty, that all information contained in this document is current as of the date of publication.
Issued: June, 2002 Material Safety Data Sheet 7
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