Material Safety Data Sheet - MSDS
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product name Classification
Blueshield CSA AWS
LA S-3/ LA HI TENSILE; ER480S-3/ ER49S-3; ER70S-3;
STRAIGHT WELD LA S-3; ER480S-3/ ER49S-3; ER70S-3;
LA S-6/ LA 75G; ER480S-6/ ER49S-6; ER70S-6;
STRAIGHT WELD LA S-6; ER480S-6/ ER49S-6; ER70S-6;
GMAW - Carbon Steel Solid Wires.
Description Generic Code : AL-T-007-0
:
1-514-878-1667
In case of emergency Date of issue : 05/30/2008
:
Air Liquide Canada Inc.
Supplier :
1250, Ren茅-L茅vesque West, Suite 1700
Montreal, QC H3B 5E6
Section 2. Hazards Identification
: Solid.
Physical state and Appearance
: WARNING!
Emergency overview
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
FUMES AND GASES can be dangerous to your health.
ARC RAYS can injure eyes and burn skin.
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: BLOOD, KIDNEYS, LUNGS,
RESPIRATORY TRACT, CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM.
MAY CAUSE RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION.
MAY BE HARMFUL IF INHALED.
Avoid contact with skin and clothing. Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid breathing dusts. Keep container closed. Use only with
adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling.
: Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation.
Routes of entry
Potential acute health effects
: Hazardous by the following route of exposure: of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness,
Eyes
watering and itching.
: Hazardous by the following route of exposure: of skin contact (corrosive). Skin contact may produce burns.
Skin
Inhalation : Hazardous by the following route of exposure: of inhalation.
Ingestion : Since the product (welding fumes) is a gas and that it is mostly probable that it will be inhaled more than ingested, please consider
first to look at the preventive measures in case of inhalation.
: CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not classified or listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA and ACGIH.
Potential chronic health effects
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
Medical conditions aggravated : Repeated exposure to the fumes emitted while using this material may produce general deterioration of health.
by over-exposure
See section 11 for more detailed information on health effects and symptoms.
(*) See Abbreviations (section 16).
Section 3. Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS # % by weight UN number
Name
Silicon Powder, Amorphous 7440-21-3 0.1 - 1 UN1346
Manganese 7439-96-5 0.9-1.85 Not applicable.
This product is a manufactured product under the Canadian WHMIS and an Article under the United States Hazard Communication System. Therefore it is
EXEMPTED from the regulatory requirements under WHMIS and HCS. The fumes emitted by this material when in used are nevertheless hazardous under
these same laws and regulations. This MSDS has been written for workers using these electrodes. The information contain in this document, except in
Sections 1, 2, 9 and 10 refers to the material being used in welding operations.
See Section 8 for Exposure Limits. See Section 11 for Toxicological Data.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 20 minutes.
Eye contact
Get medical attention.
: Wash with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Skin contact
: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
Inhalation
: Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If
Ingestion
potentially dangerous quantities of this material have been swallowed, call a physician immediately.
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Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
: Non-flammable. Emits toxic fumes when heated.
Flammability of the product
: Non-explosive in the presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge, of shocks, of heat.
Explosibility
: Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding materials.
Fire-fighting media and
instructions
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
: Use appropriate tools to transfer the spilled solid to a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on
Small/Large Spill and Leak
the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
: Avoid breathing dusts, vapors or fumes from burning materials. Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin
Handling
and clothing. Do not ingest. Keep container closed. Wash thoroughly after handling.
: All filler metals in their original, unopened containers should be kept in a relatively dry storage area at temperatures between 15掳C
Storage
(60掳F) and 30掳C (80掳F) and 50% maximum relative humidity.
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants
Engineering controls
below any recommended or statutory limits. If user operations generate dust, fumes or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal protection
: Safety glasses with side shields. Face shield with radiation shielding.
Eyes
Body : Full suit. (Fire resistant.)
Respiratory : Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear a canister breathing apparatus (respirator) or a
supplied-air respirator, when required, to weld in a confined space or when room exhaust or ventilation does not keep exposure
below the acceptable values.
: Gloves. (Fire resistant.)
Hands
: Metal cap, safety boots.
Feet
Exposure limits
Product name Exposure limits
ACGIH (TLV) TWA: 5 mg/m3 as Iron Oxide; STEL: 3 mg/m3 as Manganese Oxide.
Welding fume
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Solid.
Physical state and Appearance :
Reddish-brown. Grayish-white.
Color :
Odorless.
Odor :
1540 to 2030掳C (2804 to 3686掳F)
Melting/freezing point :
Only known value: 7.8 (Water) (Iron).
Specific gravity :
Insoluble in the following materials: cold water, hot water.
Solubility :
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
: The product is stable.
Stability and reactivity
: Metallic oxides. Carbon oxides (CO, CO2). Arc radiation can support the production of ozone and nitrogen oxides.
Hazardous decomposition
products
: Will not occur.
Hazardous polymerization
Section 11. Toxicological Information
: CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: See Section 2.
Chronic effects on humans
Contains material which causes damage to the following organs: blood, kidneys, lungs, upper respiratory tract, central nervous
system (CNS).
: Acute exposure to welding fumes may result in discomfort such as: dizziness, nause or dryness of nose, throat or the eyes.
Other toxic effects on humans
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Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity data
Ingredient name Species Period Result
Manganese Daphnia magna (EC50) 48 hour(s) 40 mg/l
: Some metallic oxides.
Products of degradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
: Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations. Recycle, if possible.
Waste information
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
No transport classes were found applicable to the mixture.
Section 15. Regulatory Information
: Irritating material
HCS Classification
Sensitizing material
Target organ effects
: United States inventory (TSCA 8b): All components are listed or exempted.
U.S. Federal regulations
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: Copper
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention No products were found.
:
Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances No products were found.
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Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances No products were found.
:
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances No products were found.
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SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals Manganese
:
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification Iron: Fire hazard; Fire hazard, Immediate
:
(acute) health hazard, Delayed (chronic) health hazard; Manganese: reactive, Immediate (acute) health hazard, Delayed (chronic)
health hazard
SARA 313
: Manganese 1-3
Form R - Reporting
requirements
: Manganese 1-3
Supplier notification
: Massachusetts Substances: The following components are listed: Manganese
State regulations
New Jersey Hazardous Substances: The following components are listed: Manganese
Pennsylvania RTK Hazardous Substances: The following components are listed: Manganese
: Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (Very toxic).
WHMIS (Canada)
Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (Toxic).
CEPA Toxic substances: None of the components are listed.
Canadian ARET: None of the components are listed.
Canadian NPRI: The following components are listed: Manganese
Alberta Designated Substances: None of the components are listed.
Ontario Designated Substances: None of the components are listed.
Quebec Designated Substances: None of the components are listed.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR and the MSDS contains all the
information required by the CPR.
Section 16. Other Information
: See Section 2.
Label requirements
: Health: 2* Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0
Hazardous Material Information System (U.S.A.)
: Health: 2 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0 Other: None
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.)
: - 29CFR Part1910.1200 OSHA MSDS Requirements. - 49CFR Table List of Hazardous Materials, UN#, Proper Shipping Names,
References
PG. - Canadian Transport of Dangerous Goods, Regulations and Schedules, Clear Language version 2005. - CRC Handbook of
chemistry and physics, 67th edition. CRC Press inc., Boca Raton, Florida. - Manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheet. ANSI
Z400.5, MSDS Standard, 2004. ANSI Z49.1 Safety in Welding and Cutting, The American Welding Society, P.O. Box 351040,
Miami, FL 33135. Canadian Standard Association, CSA W117.2, Code for Safety in Welding and Cutting, 2003.
Abbreviations ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygiene.
:
ACGIH-A5-Not suspected as a Human Carcinogen.
IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer.
IARC 2B: Possible for human.
NIOSH: National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health.
NIOSH +: Proven.
NTP: National Toxicology program.
NTP 2: Reasonably Anticipated to be human carcinogens.
Responsible name : Atrion Regulatory Services, Inc.
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