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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
MAY BE USED TO COMPLY WITH OSHA'S HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD, 29 CFR 1910.1200 AND SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS
AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT (SARA) OF 1986 PUBLIC LAW 99-499. STANDARD
SHOULD BE CONSULTED FOR SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS.
SECTION I (IDENTIFICATION)
MANUFACTURER/ EUTECTIC CORPORATION TELEPHONE NUMBER:
SUPPLIERS NAME: N94 W14355 Garwin Mace Drive 1-800-558-8524
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 USA
PRODUCT NAME: TIGTECTIC TITANIUM, ERTi-2
PRODUCT CLASSIFICATION: GTAW Electrode
SECTION II (HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION)
IMPORTANT: This section covers the materials from which these products are manufactured. The fumes and gases produced during normal use of
these products are covered in Section V. The term "Hazardous" in "Hazardous Ingredients" should not only be interpreted as a term required and defined
in OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR Part 1910.1200), but also as defined by other regulatory agencies. The chemicals or compounds
subject to reporting under Title III, in Section 313, of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) are marked by the symbol #.
WARNING: This product contains or produces a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects (or other reproductive harm) and
cancer. (California Health & Safety Code 25249.5 et seq.)
Exposure Limit (mg/m3)
CAS
INGREDIENTS NUMBER OSHA PEL ACGIH-TLV Percent Ingredients (by weight)
Titanium 7440-32-6 5 (oxide dust) 10 99 - 100
SECTION III (PHYSICAL DATA) - NOT APPLICABLE
Physical State: solid - grey colored wire Specific gravity: 4 - 5 g/cc3 Melting point: > 1600 掳C
SECTION IV (FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA)
Non-Flammable: Welding arc and sparks can ignite combustibles. Refer to American National Standard Z49.1 for fire prevention during
welding/brazing. This product is non-hazardous, nonflammable, non-explosive, and non-reactive as shipped. If the user performs operations (such as
oxygen free or under water grinding, polishing, or machining operations) that could possibly generate finely divided powders, small chips, turnings, etc.
from these alloys, the resulting materials can be easily ignited with a spark or flame. If ignited, USE A CLASS 鈥淒鈥? FIRE EXTINGUISHER, dry sand,
dry graphite, or inert gas to smother the fire. DO NOT USE WATER TO EXTINGUISH FIRE! DO NOT USE CO2 EXTINGUISHERS! These
extinguishing agents may cause an explosion. For small fires, where practical, allow to burn out.
Rating under National Fire Protection 704: Health, 2; Flammability, 0; Reactivity, 0.
SECTION V (REACTIVITY DATA)
STABILITY: Stable CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None
INCOMPATIBILITY (conditions to avoid): Red fuming nitric acid, mineral acids and oxidizing agents
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: will not occur.
Violent explosions can occur when water comes in contact with any hot metal. The alloys can react and burn in pure carbon dioxide and nitrogen
atmospheres. Dry metal (fine chips, turnings, sponge, and pieces under + 48 mesh) can be ignited with a match. Brazing fumes cannot be classified
simply. The composition and quantity of both are dependent upon the metal being brazed, the process, procedure, and the filler material used. Other
conditions which also influence the composition and quantity of the fumes and gases to which workers may be exposed include: coatings on the metal
being soldered (such as paint, plating, or galvanizing), the number of workers and the volume of the work are, the quality and the amount of ventilation,
position of the workers鈥? head with respect to the fume plume, as well as the presence of contaminants in the atmosphere (such as chlorinated hydrocarbon
vapors from cleaning and degreasing activities).
When the material is consumed, the fume and gas decomposition products generated are different in percent and form from the ingredients listed in
Section II. Fume and decomposition products are important. Decomposition products include those originating from the volatilization, reaction, or
oxidation of materials in Section II, plus those from the base metal and coating, etc., as noted above. These components are virtually always present as
complex oxides and not as metals (Characterization of Arc Welding Fume: American Welding Society). Reasonably expected fume constituents of the
fume could include complex oxides of titanium.
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Gaseous reaction products may include carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. Ozone and nitrogen oxides may also be formed by radiation from the arc.
Monitor fume levels. The limit for general welding fumes not otherwise classified is 5 mg/m3. MONITOR FUME LEVELS. One recommended way
to determine the composition and quantity of fumes and gases to which workers are exposed is to take an air sample inside the welder鈥檚 helmet if worn, or
in the worker鈥檚 breathing zone (see ANSI/AWS F1.1 available from the 鈥淎merican Welding Society鈥? P.O. Box 351040, Miami, FL 33135).
SECTION VI (HEALTH HAZARD DATA)
Threshold Limit Value: The ACGIH recommended general limit for welding fume NOS (not otherwise specified) is 5 mg/m鲁. The ACGIH 1999
preface states: "The TLV-TWA should be used as guides in the control of health hazards and should not be used as firm lines between safe and
dangerous concentrations." See Section V for specific fume constituents that may modify the TLV.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE - Electric arc welding may create one or more of the following health hazards:
FUMES AND GASES can be dangerous to your health.
PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY are the respiratory system. Other possible routes are eyes, ingestion, and/or skin contact.
PREEXISTING respiratory or allergic conditions may be aggravated in some individuals (i.e. asthma, emphysema).
SHORT TERM (ACUTE) OVEREXPOSURE to welding fumes may result in discomfort such as metal fume fever, dizziness, nausea, or dryness or
irritation of nose, throat, or eyes. PRIMARY ROUTE OF ENTRY is the respiratory system.
LONG TERM (CHRONIC) OVEREXPOSURE may lead to siderosis (iron deposits in lungs) and is believed by some investigators to affect
pulmonary functions. PRIMARY ROUTE OF ENTRY is the respiratory system.
ARC RAYS can injure eyes and burn skin. SKIN CANCER HAS BEEN REPORTED.
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill! IN CASE OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK: turn off power and follow recommended treatment. Call a physician.
See Section VII for precautions.
EMERGENCY & FIRST AID PROCEDURES: Call for medical aid. Employ first aid techniques recommended by The American Red Cross.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If not breathing, begin artificial respiration.
If no detectable pulse, begin Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. (CPR). Call for medical aid.
SKIN: Wash affected area with soap and water. If rash develops, see a physician.
EYES: Flush with a large amount of fresh water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
INGESTION: Seek medical attention.
CARCINOGENICITY
WELDING FUMES (not otherwise specified) are considered to be carcinogenic defined with no further categorization by NIOSH and IARC.
SECTION VII (PRECAUTION FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE/APPLICABLE CONTROL MEASURES)
Read and understand the manufacturer's instructions and precautionary label on this product.
See American National Standard Z49.1, Safety in Welding and Cutting, published by the "American Welding Society," 550 N.W. LeJeune Road, Miami,
FL 33126 and OSHA Publication 2206 (29CFR 1910), U.S. Government Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents, P.O. Box 371954, Pittsburgh, PA
15250-7954 for more detail on the following:
Ventilation: Use enough ventilation, local exhaust at the arc, or both, to keep the fumes and gases below the TLV's in the workers breathing
zone and the general area. Train the welder to keep his head out of the fumes. Monitor fume levels and do not exceed permissible exposure limits or
values. Keep exposure as low as possible.
Respiratory Protection: Use respirable fume respirator or air supplied respirator when welding in a confined space or where local exhaust or ventilation
does not keep exposure below the TLV's.
Eye Protection: Wear a helmet or face shield with a filter lens of shade 12 or darker. Provide screens and flash goggles to shield others.
Protective Clothing: Wear head, hand, and body protection which help to prevent injury from radiation, sparks, and electrical shock. See ANSI Z49.1.
At a minimum, this includes welders鈥? gloves and a protective face shield and may include arm protectors, aprons, hats, shoulder protection, as well as
dark substantial clothing. Train the welder not to touch live electrical parts and to insulate himself (or herself) from work and ground, especially if
clothing and gloves are wet.
Waste: Dispose of any grinding dust and waste residues in accordance with EPA or local regulations. Plastic containers and cardboard packaging can be
recycled.
Storage: Keep material sealed and dry before use. Keep remaining product sealed and dry.
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
IARC: International Agency for the Research on Cancer
ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
NIOSH: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NTP: National Toxicology Program
PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit
OSHA: U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OSHA TLV: Threshold Limit Value
CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number
Exposure limits are subject to change. Contact ACGIH, OSHA, NIOSH, and IARC for current values.
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The information in this MSDS was obtained from sources we believe are reliable. However, this information is provided without any representation or
warranty, expressed or implied, regarding accuracy or correctness. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use, and disposal of the product are
beyond our control and may be beyond our knowledge. For this and other reasons we do not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability of
loss, damage, or expense arising from it or any way connected with the handling, storage, use, or disposal of the product.
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