Material Safety Data Sheet - Copper
CAMBRIDGE-LEE INDUSTRIES, INC.
Reading Tube Division
P.O. Box 14026, Reading, PA 19612 - 4026
Phone: (610) 926-4141 Fax: (610) 926-7317
Section I Name and Product
Manufacturer's Name Contact
Cambridge-Lee Industries, Reading Tube Division William Rissmiller, EHS Manager
Address (Street, City, State and Zip Code) Emergency Telephone No.
86 Tube Drive, Reading, PA 19605 610-926-4141
Trade Name, Common Name or Specification Date
Copper (Tubing-Industrial) March 23, 2001
Chemical Family or Product Type
Section II Composition
Reg* ACGIH Carcinogen*
Chemical Name Weight % Common Name CAS#
(Y/N) TLV (Y/N)
Copper 99.9+ 7440-50-8 Dust - 1.0 1.0 N
Fume - 0.1 0.2
*Materials are regulated by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200. Hazard Communication Standard.
Section III Physical and Chemical Data
o
1083oC
Boiling Point Melting Point Specific Gravity 8.96
2595 C
1mm@ 1628oC
Vapor Pressure Percent Volatile By Vol. N/A Vapor Density N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A Solubilty in Water Insoluble Solubility in Alcohol N/A
Solubility in Other Solvent Appearance and Odor Reddish - yellow metal, odorless, various shapes
N/A
Section IV Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (Method Used) Flammable Limits LEL UEL
N/A N/A N/A
Extingusishing Media
Powdered dolomite, sodium chloride (salt) graphite or approved dry powder
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Do not use water, copper solid forms (tubing, cathode, billets) are not flammable or explosive.
Explosion Potential Fine copper powder is a moderate fire hazard. In the presence of halogenates, copper powder may be explosive with
heat, percussion, or friction. See Section VI.
Section V Health, First Aid and Medical Data
Acute and Chronic Health Effects
Primary Route(s) of Entry First Aid and Medical Information
and Effects of Overexposure
Acute: Metal fume fever. Symptons: Chills, fever, aching
Seek medical assistance. Remove to fresh air,
muscles, dry mouth and throat, headache, nausea, vomiting,
Inhalation
administer oxygen and CPR, if needed.
diarrhea. Onset may be delayed several hours.
Seek medical assistance. Induce vomiting, if
Ingestion Chronic: No long-term effects
conscious.
N/A N/A
Skin Contact & Absorption
Seek medical assistance. Use copious water,
Fragments in cornea may cause cataracts.
Eye
particles must be removed.
None known N/A
Other Potential Health Risks
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Section VI Corrosivity and Reactivity Data
Stability Unstable Stable Ploymerization May Occur Will Not Occur
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
Reacts voilently with acetylene, hydrogen peroxide, gaseous chlorine, ammonia nitrate, bromates, chlorates, hydrogen sulfides, lead azide,
hydrazine.
Decomposition Products
Copper does not decompose
Conditions To Be Avoided
High temperatures that could result in fumes.
Section VII Storage, Handling and Use Procedures
Normal Storage and Handling
Avoid storage near incompatible materials. See Section VI
Normal Use
Avoid conditions which create fumes or fine dusts. Do not use where incompatible materials, see Section VI, may be present.
Steps To Be Taken In Case Of Leaks Or Spills
Confine and contain spill. Use vacuum or other appropriate methods for pickup which minimizes dust.
Waste Disposal Method
Recycle or dispose of in accordance with Federal or State regulations.
Section VIII Personal Protection Information Storage, Handling and Use Procedures
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
Use NIOSH-approved dust/fume respirator for dust or fume.
YES, when necessary to maintain exposure below specified limits.
Local
Ventilation
YES, when appropriate.
Mechanical (General)
Not required.
Other
Protective Gloves Not expected to be required during normal use.
Eye Protection Safety Glass recommended when dust, shavings exists.
Other Protection Not expected to be required during normal use.
Measures To Be Taken During Repair And Maintenance Of Contaminated Equipment That Has Been In Contact With This Material
Avoid generating fume or dusts.
Section IX Special Precautions
Precautions To Be Taken In Handling And Storage
Avoid inhalation or ingestion. Practice good housekeeping and personal hygiene procedures.
Other Precautions
The user should take precautions to limit airborne dust created with the use of this product.
For Company Use
The information and recommendations set forth herein are taken from sources believed to be accurate as of the date hereof; however, Cambridge-
Lee Industries makes no warranty with respect to the accuracy of the information or the suitability of the recommendations, and assumes no
liability to any user thereof.
**NAIF = No Applicable Information Found ***N/A = Not Applicable
Section 313 Supplier Notification - This product contains toxic chemicals, note Section II above,
that are subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning & Community
Right-To-Know Act of 1986 and 40CFRS372.
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