Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 03-01X-89
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Australian Reg + Arch wire Release Date: April 23, 2007
1. Product and Company Identification
Trade Name & Synonyms MSDS Code Number
Australian Regular and arch wires. Refer to part number
Chemical Name Manufacture / Distributor
Metal 302 stainless steel wire products include Australian wire. GAC International Inc.
C.A.S. Number Address
13097-37-1 355 Knickerbocker Ave.
Bohemia, NY USA 11716
Grades or Minor Variant Identities Information Telephone Number
NA 1-631-419-1700
Product Use (for Canada) Emergency Telephone Number
Used for arch wires and anchorage accessories. 1-631-419-1700
2. Composition of Ingredients
Hazardous Components PEL/ T LV HOUR TWA C.A.S. Number Exposure Limits %
Iron * 10.0 MG/M3 5.0MG/M3 13097-37-1 NA 69.5
Chromium 1.0 MG/M3 0.5MG/M3 7440-47-3 NA 18.0
Nickel 1.0MG/M3 1.0MG/M3 7440-02-0 NA 9.0
Manganese 5C.0MG/M3 C5.0MG/M3 7439-96-5 NA 2.0
Cobalt 0.1MG/M3 0.1MG/M3 7440-48-4 NA .75
* These substances are regulated in their oxide form
3. Hazard Identification
Emergency Overview
Specialty steel alloys are generally not considered hazardous in the form shipped (solid bars, billets wire, etc), however, if your process involves
grinding, melting, welding, cutting, or any other process that causes a release of dust or fume, hazardous levels of dust or fume, of the constituents
of these alloys could be generated. The following is a list of potential health effects for all hazardous elements that are possibly contained in our
alloys. Please refer to section II titled 鈥渉azardous ingredients鈥? for a list of those specific elements contained in this particular alloy.
Single, Repeated, Severity
or (Mild,
Lifetime Moderate,
Routes of Signs and Symptoms Acute and Chronic Target
Exposure Exposure Severe) Health Effect(s) Organ(s)
Iron oxide: Has caused irritation of eyes, NA NA NA NA
Eye
nose and skin of excremental animals. It
may have the same effect on humans.
Iron oxide: Has caused irritation of the NA NA NA NA
Skin
skin of excremental animals. It may have
the same effect on humans.
Cobalt: Fume or dust causes an allergic
skin rash.
Nickel: Skin contact can also cause an
allergic skin rash.
Iron oxide: Has caused irritation of nose NA NA NA
Inhalation Manganese:
of excremental animals. It may have the Prolonged or
same effect on humans. repeated exposure
Chromium: Ferrochrome alloys have may affect the
been associated with lung changes in nervous system,
workers exposed to these alloys. with difficulty in
Cobalt: Fume or dust causes irritation of walking and
the nose and throat. Also has been balancing,
reported to cause respiratory disease with weakness or
symptoms ranging from cough and cramps in the legs.
shortness of breath to permanent Hoarseness of the
disability and death. The symptoms voice, trouble with
frequently go away when exposure has memory or
stopped, but sometimes the symptoms judgment, unstable
progress after exposure has ceased. emotions or
Manganese: Inhalation of manganese unusual
fume may cause鈥? metal fume fever鈥? with irritability. The
symptoms of chills, fever, nausea, cough, respiratory system
dry throat, weakness, muscle aches, and may also be
a sweet or metallic taste in the mouth. affected by
Nickel: Fumes are respiratory irritants pneumonia like
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 03-01X-89
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Australian Reg + Arch wire Release Date: April 23, 2007
and may cause respiratory disease. illness with
Nickel and its compounds have been symptoms of
reported to cause cancer of the lungs and coughing, fever,
sinuses. chills, body ache,
chest pain and
other common
signs of
pneumonia.
NA NA NA NA NA
Ingestion
Exposure to specialty steel occurs NA NA NA NA
Other
primarily from inhalation of dust and
fumes. However, constituents of these
may cause effects directly upon skin or
eyes. Certain constituents may also be
harmful if swallowed.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure
NA
Carcinogenicity (IARC, NTP)
NA
Potential Environmental Effects
NA
4. First Aid Measures
Routes of Exposure First Aid Instructions Immediate Medical Attention Delayed Effects
Flush thoroughly with water Consult a physician. NA
Eye
Wash with water and mild NA NA
Skin
detergent.
Move person to fresh air until Consult a physician. NA
Inhalation
recovered.
While ingestion of large quantities NA NA
Ingestion
to cause health effects is unlikely,
consult a physician if it occurs.
NA NA NA
Other
Note to Physicians (Treatment, Testing, and Monitoring)
NA
5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flashpoint & Method: Flammable (Explosive) Limits in Air Autoignition Temperature Other
掳C / 掳F N/A LEL: NA UEL: NA N/A
Ignition point: N/A
Properties Contributing to Flammability Classification
Flame Propagation or Burning
Fire Intensity Health-, Flammability-, Reactivity-NA
NA
NA
Extinguishing Media Extinguishing Media to Avoid
N/A N/A
Protection and Procedures for Firefighters
N/A
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
NA
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Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 03-01X-89
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Australian Reg + Arch wire Release Date: April 23, 2007
6. Accidental Release Measures
Containment Techniques
6.1 Personal precautions: Ventilation: If your process causes a release of dust or fume, use local and general exhaust ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations of dust or fumes below the TLV.
Respiratory protection: If your process causes a release of dust or fume in excess of the permissible exposure limit, use approved respirators for
protection against airborne dust or fumes should be worn. Respirators should be in accordance with 29CFR 1910.134.
Protective equipment: Gloves and barrier creams may be necessary to prevent skin sensitization and dermatitis. If your process involves grinding
or any other action that causes the release of dust or fumes, approved safety glasses or goggles should be worn.
Spill/Leak Clean-Up Procedures and Equipment
6.2 Cleaning methods: N/A
Evacuation Procedures
NA
Special Instructions
Environmental precautions: No hazard.
Reporting Requirements
NA
7. Handling and Storage
Handling Practices and Warnings
See step 6.1
Storage Practices and Warnings
(掳C / 掳F). N/A. Storage conditions: N/A
8. Exposure Control/Personal Protection
Ventilation Other Engineering Controls
If your process causes a release of dust or fume, use local and general NA
exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations of dust or fumes
below the TLV.
Routes of Entry: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Normal Use: PPE for Emergencies:
Eye/Face If your process involves grinding or any other action that causes the NA
release of dust or fumes, approved safety glasses or goggles should be
worn.
Skin Gloves and barrier creams may be necessary to prevent skin sensitization NA
and dermatitis.
Inhalation If your process causes a release of dust or fume in excess of the NA
permissible exposure limit, use approved respirators for protection
against airborne dust or fumes should be worn. Respirators should be in
accordance with 29CFR 1910.134.
General Hygiene Considerations and Work Practices
NA
Protective Measures During Repair and Maintenance of Contaminated Equipment
NA
Other Protective Measures and Equipment
Environmental precautions: No hazard.
Cleaning methods: N/A
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Part Number(s):
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Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Australian Reg + Arch wire Release Date: April 23, 2007
9. Physical and Chemical Characteristics
Appearance Odor
Form: Wire. Color: Solid Odorless
Boiling Point 掳C / 掳F High
Normal Physical State:
Liquid Gas
Melting Point 掳C / 2400-2800 掳F
Solid (Other) Freezing Point 掳C / 掳F NA
Specific Gravity or Density (H20=1) Solubility in Water pH
7.5 to 8.5 Insoluble. Organic solvent (20掳C): Insoluble. N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg @ 20掳C) Vapor Density (AIR= 1) Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)
Nil NA NA
Other
Viscosity (20掳C): Solid. Change of state: Liquid.
10. Stability and Reactivity Data
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
Thermal decomposition: None
Hazardous Products Produced During Decomposition
None.
Hazardous Polymerization? Conditions to Avoid
掳C / 掳F None
May Occur May Not Occur
Stability? Conditions to Avoid
Stable Unstable 掳C / 掳F None
11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity Data, Epidemiology Studies, Carcinogenicity, Neurological Effects, Genetic or Reproductive Effects, or Structure Activity Data
Oral toxicity: Reference step 3 and step 6.1.
Inhalation: Reference step 3 and step 6.1
Skin irritation: Reference step 3 and step 6.1
Sensitization: Reference step 3 and step 6.1
Eye irritation: Reference step 3 and step 6.1. Further details: None
12. Ecological Information
Toxicity, Environmental Fate, Physical/Chemical Data, or Other Data Supporting Environmental Hazard Statements
Acute toxicity in fish (LC-50/48h): Not defined.
Bacteria toxicity: (EC-O): Not defined.
Biodegradability: Not defined.
Further details:
13. Disposal Considerations
Regulations
Product: N/A. Packaging: N/A
Properties (Physical/Chemical) Affecting Disposal
Waste disposal code: N/A
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Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 03-01X-89
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Australian Reg + Arch wire Release Date: April 23, 2007
14. Transport Information
Regulated for shipping? Proper Shipping Name Packing Group
Australian regular and arch wires. NA
Yes No
Hazard Class Identification Number
Do changes in quantity, packaging, or shipment method change product classification?
None. NA
Yes No
Other
Overland transport ADR/RID/GGVS/GGVE: N/A.
Sea transport GGVSEA/IMDG-Code: N/A.
Air transport ICAO/IATA-DGR: N/A.
Inland waterway transport ADNR: N/A.
Further details: Product is not considered dangerous for transport.
15. Regulatory Information
Federal Regulations
National regulation:
VbF:
TA-Air:
Water pollution 1:
International Regulations
Preparation as defined by the (German) chemicals act (dated 4/03/1990). Labeling: N/A
Product contains
Danger symbol:
R-sentences R36/37/38:
S-Sentences S26:
S-Sentences S28:
Other
NA
16. Other Information
Supplier Number: 16/3 Supplier Release: NA
N/A = not applicable. NA = not available, N/E = not established. N/D = not determined.
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