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Stainless Steel & Related Alloys
Safety Data Sheets
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Label Elements:
Emergency Overview
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard statements:
Harmful if swallowed
May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
May cause an allergic skin reaction
May cause cancer
Causes damage to the respiratory tract prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled.
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
Cobalt alloys – May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic toxicity
Appearance Various massive product Physical state Solid Odor Odorless
Precautionary Statements - Prevention
Do not breathe dusts / fume / gas / mist / vapor / spray.
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all
safety precautions have been read and understood
Wear protective gloves / protective clothing / eye protection / face
protection.
Use personal protective equipment as required
Take off and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Precautionary Statements - Response
If exposed, concerned, experiencing respiratory symptoms, or feel
unwell: Get medical advice/attention.
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or
doctor/physician. Do not induce vomiting.
If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or
doctor/physician.
If on skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
STORAGE DISPOSAL
Store away from acids and incompatible materials.
Store locked up.
Store in accordance with federal/state and local regulations.
Metal scrap should be recycled whenever possible
Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and
disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and
regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal.
Hazards not otherwise classified: None Known, No data available
Unknown acute toxicity statement (mixture): None Known, No data available
Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) 001
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifier: Stainless Steel, Nickel & Related Alloys (Oil Free or Annealed) designated as follows:
Stainless Steel and Related Alloys: 201; 254 SMO; 301; 301 AL; 301Si; 302; 303; 303 SE; 304; 304 L; 304 LV; 304 V; 3049; 305; 30512;
308; 309; 309 S; 309 SCB; 310; 310 S; 316; 316 L; 316 LN; 316 LS; 316 Ti; 317; 317 L; 321; 330; 347; 384; 405; 409; 410; 410 S; 414; 416;
416 SE; 420; 420 A; 420 HC; 420 LC; 420 MO; 430; 430Li; 434; 436; 439; 440 A; 440 C; 441; 442; 444; 446; 18 SR1;Carpenter 20 CB32;
Carpenter 4552; Custom 450; 18-9LW1; 19-90L4; Duplex 2205, 2304 & 2507, Greek Ascology;; AL-6XN4; AL29-4C; A 2864; AM-3504; 17-
4PH1; 17-7PH1; PH 15-7MO1; 904L; CS221, Ulbraseal 36 (Alloy 36); Ulbraseal 42 (Alloy 42) Ulbraseal 46 (Alloy 46); Ulbraseal 52
Nickel, Nickel Based and Nickel-Iron-Chromium Alloys: 80Ni-20 Cr; Ni 200; Ni 201; Ni 233; Ni 270; Hastelloy B35; Hastelloy B25; Hastelloy C-
45; Hastelloy C2765; Hastelloy C225; Hastelloy G-35; Hastelloy G-305; Hastelloy X5; Haynes 2145; Haynes 2305; Haynes 2425; HR 1205; Inconel
6003; Inconel 6013; Inconel 6173; Inconel 6253; Inconel 7023; Inconel 7183; Inconel 7223; Inconel X-7503; Incoloy 8003; Incoloy 8013; Incoloy
8253; Nimonic 753; Ni-Span-C 9023; Permanickel3; CN715; Monel 4003; Monel 4013; Monel R4053; Monel K5003
Alloys High in Manganese: Nitronic 321; Nitronic 331; Nitronic 40 (21-6-9)1; Nitronic 501; Nitronic 601.
Alloys High in Cobalt: L-605 (Haynes 25)5; Haynes 1885; N 155; ULMET; Ulbravar 29-17 (Alloy 2917), Haynes 2825; Waspaloy6
Product Form: Metal Alloy/Mixture
Intended Use of the Product: Solid metals, various uses
Restrictions on use: Industrial use only.
Supplier’s Details: Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.
153 Washington Avenue, P.O. Box 294, North Haven, CT USA, 06473-1191
Phone Number (203) 239-4481 • (800) 243-1676, • E-Mail: information@ulbrich.com
Safety Data Sheet Technical Contact Weekdays (203) 265-8299
Emergency Telephone Number (203) 269-2507; Chemtrec 800-424-9300
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification: This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29CFR
1910.1200). Cutting, grinding, welding, etc. may produce dust, particulate or fume that presents health hazards related to
constituents detailed in section 3.
Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4
Respiratory sensitization Category 1B
Skin sensitization Category 1
Carcinogenicity Category 1B
Reproductive toxicity Category 2
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1
Cobalt alloys and Waspaloy5 – Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 4
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SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
STAINLESS STEEL & RELATED ALLOY HAZARDOUS CONSTITUENTS
Chemical Name CAS No. Weight-%
Nickel 7440-02-0 0-37
Chromium 7440-47-3 11-30
Manganese 7439-96-5 0.2-2.5
Molybdenum 7439-98-7 0-7.0
Silicon 7440-21-3 0-1.5
Aluminum 7429-90-5 0-2.0
Copper 7440-50-8 0-5.0
Tungsten 7440-33-7 0-3.5
Titanium 7440-32-6 0-2.4
Vanadium 7440-62-2 0-2.2
Tantalum 7440-25-7 0-1.0
Cobalt 7440-48-4 0-0.4
Iron 7439-89-6 <90
All commercial metals may contain small amounts of various elements in addition to those specified. These quantities can originate in the raw material used.
See melt mill information for more precise metal constituent data.
NICKEL, NICKEL BASED, NICKEL-IRON-CHROMIUM AND COPPER NICKEL ALLOY HAZARDOUS CONSTITUENTS
Chemical Name CAS No. Weight-%
Nickel 7440-02-0 30-99
Chromium 7440-47-3 0-31.5
Manganese 7439-96-5 0.1-2.5
Molybdenum 7439-98-7 0-32
Silicon 7440-21-3 0-1.6
Aluminum 7429-90-5 0-3.5
Copper 7440-50-8 0-3 (except HR 120; Monel3 400, 401, 405 & K500 = 27-60) (CN 715 = 70 maximum)
Tungsten 7440-33-7 0-4.5 (except Hastelloy X = 17-20)
Titanium 7440-32-6 0-4
Vanadium 7440-62-2 0-0.4
Tantalum 7440-25-7 0-1.0
Cobalt 7440-48-4 0-5
Iron 7439-89-6 <40
All commercial metals may contain small amounts of various elements in addition to those specified. These quantities can originate in the raw material used.
See melt mill information for more precise metal constituent data.
All commercial metals may contain small amounts of various elements in addition to those specified. These quantities can originate in the raw material used.
See melt mill information for more precise metal constituent data.
ALLOYS HIGH IN COBALT: HAZARDOUS CONSTITUENTS (L-605; Haynes 1885; Haynes 2825, MP35N; N 155; ULMET, Ulbravar 29-17, Waspaloy6)
Chemical Name CAS No. Weight-%
Nickel 7440-02-0 9-37 (except Waspaloy8 = 52-62; Haynes 2825=51-58)
Chromium 7440-47-3 18-26 (except Ulbravar 29-17 = 0.2 max)
Manganese 7439-96-5 0.1-2
Molybdenum 7439-98-7 0-5 (except MP35N=9-10.5; Haynes 2825=8-9)
Silicon 7440-21-3 0.1-0.4
Aluminum 7429-90-5 0-3
Copper 7440-50-8 0-0.5
Tungsten 7440-33-7 0-3 (except L605=14-16; Haynes 1885=13-16)
Titanium 7440-32-6 0-4
Tantalum 7440-25-7 0-1.25
Cobalt 7440-48-4 30-61 (except N-155 = 18-21, Haynes 2825=9-11; Waspaloy=12-15, Ulbravar 29-17=17 max)
Iron 7439-89-6 1-3 (except N-155 =24-36; Ulbravar 29-17 = 45-55)
All commercial metals may contain small amounts of various elements in addition to those specified. These quantities can originate in the raw material used.
See melt mill information for more precise metal constituent data.
ALLOYS HIGH IN MANGANESE: HAZARDOUS CONSTITUENTS (Nitronic 321; Nitronic 331; Nitronic 40 (21-6-9)1; Nitronic 501; Nitronic 601)
Chemical Name CAS No. Weight-%
Nickel 7440-02-0 1.0-13.5
Chromium 7440-47-3 16-23.5
Manganese 7439-96-5 4-14
Molybdenum 7439-98-7 0-3
Silicon 7440-21-3 0.4-10
Aluminum 7429-90-5 0-0.4
Vanadium 7440-62-2 0-0.5
Niobium + Tantalum 7440-25-7 0-0.3
Cobalt 7440-48-4 0-0.5
Iron 7439-89-6 <65
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of necessary measures:
Inhalation: If exposed, concerned, experiencing respiratory symptoms, or feel unwell: Get medical advice/attention or call a poison center or
doctor/physician. During processing (welding, grinding, burning, etc.), if inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for
breathing.
Eye Contact: Flush thoroughly with water. If irritation occurs, get medical assistance. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes.
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash with plenty of water. If irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice, attention. Skin cuts
and abrasions can be treated by standard first aid or medical treatment. Quickly remove dust contaminated clothing, do not shake clothing.
Ingestion: Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Rinse mouth. Never give liquid to an unconscious person. If vomiting
occurs, keep head low so that stomach content doesn't get into the lungs. If exposed, concerned or feel unwell: Get medical advice/attention.
Most important symptoms/effects both acute and delayed
Symptoms: May cause allergic skin reaction. May cause acute gastrointestinal effects if swallowed.
Note to Physicians: Treat symptomatically
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point (With Test Method) ≥ 300⁰F
Flammable (Explosive) Limits V/V% LEL: No data available UEL: No data available
Extinguishing
Media
Do not spray water on burning metal as a violent explosion may result. This product is not flammable in the form it is sold. May
be flammable if there are finely divided pieces or parts resulting from processing of this product. Carbon dioxide is not effective in
extinguishing burning metals. Do not spray water on burning metal as an explosion may occur. Use class “D” fire extinguisher,
smother with dry sand, or salt (NaCl).
Specific Hazards
Rising From The
Chemical
No unusual fire or explosion hazards from solid alloys in massive form. Dust, chips, thin strips, etc. created by processing can
ignite if a substantial number of small particles are dispersed or adequate ignition source is present. The hazard increases with
finer particles. Intense heat. An explosion may follow a fire initiated in a mass of wet metal fines. The explosive characteristics of
such material is caused by the steam and hydrogen generated within the burning mass. Metals may react exothermically with
acids and oxidizers. Combustion products may be carcinogenic, may affect eyes, skin, respiratory system, cause metal fume
fever, and lung irritation.
Special Protective
Equipment and
Precautions For
Fire-Fighters:
Heat and flames cause emittance of acrid smoke and fumes. Do not release runoff from fire control methods to sewers or
waterways. Direct water stream will scatter and spread flames and, therefore, should not be used. Firefighters must use
standard protective equipment including flame retardant coat, helmet with face shield, gloves, rubber boots, and SCBA.
6. ACCIDENTAL MATERIAL RELEASE OR SPILL CONTROL MEASURES
In solid form, the metal poses no special clean-up problems. If metal has oil residue, prevent release of oil to water, soil or other medium. If this
material is in powder or dust form, clean up should use all precautions for flammable dust, do not dry sweep. Caution should be taken to minimize
airborne generation of powder or dust and avoid contamination of air, land and water. Cleanup personnel should protect against dust inhalation and
skin or eye contact, follow handling precautions below, and use non-sparking tools. Properly label all materials collected in waste container. Follow
applicable Federal, State, Local and other regulatory requirements.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Precautions
Wear cut resistant gloves and clothing to avoid cuts and impervious gloves if oil is present. Metal in coiled form may be under
tension and represent a source of potential energy due to the tension induced by coiling; it may suddenly uncoil to try to lay flat in
a long strip when banding is cut or other forces are released. Measures should be taken to ensure that uncoiling will not occur.
Machining of alloys may result in fine turnings, chips, dust, or fumes. Small diameter materials may be combustible or
flammable. Keep this material away from any source of ignition. Keep fines and turnings completely dry or very wet (more than
25% water content by weight) for handling safety. Explosions can result from ignition of powder or machining fines containing
moisture. Fires and explosions can result from dispersing fines and dust in air, especially if confined. Avoid these conditions.
Avoid dust inhalation and eye or skin contact. Wear personal protective equipment to prevent contact with skin and eyes
(Section 8). Practice good personal hygiene after handling, especially before eating, drinking, smoking, or applying cosmetics.
Storage
Precautions
Avoid contact with oxidizing agents. Store away from incompatible materials. Store locked up. Avoid breathing dust or fume. If
the use of this material produces dust or fume, use appropriate ventilation controls, personal protective equipment or both.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs): Metals in massive form does not present an inhalation hazard. However, operations including, but not limited
to cutting, welding, and grinding may produce fumes and/or particulates.
CONSTITUENTS OSHA PEL 1 ACGIH TLV 2
OSHA ACGIH Particulate:
No Limit Established
15 mg/m3, total dust (PNOR)
5 mg/m3, respirable fraction (PNOR)
10 mg/m3 (as inhalable fraction, PNOS)
3 mg/m3 (as respirable fraction, PNOS)
Aluminum (Al) 15 mg/m³ (as total dust)
5 mg/m³ (as respirable fraction)
1 mg/m³ respirable fraction
Cobalt (Co) 0.1 mg/m3 (as dust & fume) 0.02 mg/m3
Chromium (Cr) 0.5 mg/m³ (as Cr II & III compounds)
1 mg/m³ (as Cr, metal & insoluble salts)
0.005 mg/m³ (as Cr VI compounds)
0.5 mg/m³ (as Cr metal)
0.03 mg/m³ (as Cr III, water soluble compounds)
0.0002 mg/m³ (as Cr VI, insoluble compounds) STEL 0.0005 mg/m³
Copper (Cu) 0.1 mg/m³ (as fume, Cu)
1 mg/m³ (as dusts & mists, Cu)
0.2 mg/m³ (as fume)
1 mg/m³ (as dusts & mists, Cu)
Manganese (Mn) “C” 5 mg/m³ (as Fume & Mn compounds) 0.02 mg/m³ (as respirable fraction), 0.1 mg/m3 (as inhalable fraction)
Molybdenum(Mo) 15 mg/m³ (as total dust, soluble compounds)
5 mg/m³ (as respirable fraction)
10 mg/m³ (as Mo metal & insoluble compounds, inhalable fraction)
3 mg/m³ (as Mo metal & insoluble compounds, respirable fraction)
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION (CONTINUED)
Nickel (Ni) 1 mg/m³ (as Ni metal & insoluble compounds) 1.5 mg/m³ (as inhalable fraction Ni metal)
Selenium (Se) 0.2 mg/m3 0.2 mg/m3
Silicon (Si) 15 mg/m³ (total dust)
5 mg/m³ (as respirable fraction)
None Established
Tantalum (Ta) Metal & Oxide Dust 0.5 mg/m³ None Established
Tungsten (W) None Established 3 mg/m³ Insoluble compounds, STEL 10 mg/m³
Vanadium (V) “C” 0.5 mg/m³ (as V2O5 respirable dust)
“C” 0.1 mg/m³ (as V2O5 fume)
0.05 mg/m³ (as V2O5, respirable dust & fume)
If none established, consider using “Particulate Where No Limit Has Been Established” in first row if appropriate or other general or specific OELs as applicable (welding, etc.)
1. OSHA PELs (Permissible Exposure Limits) are 8-hour TWA (time-weighted average) concentrations unless otherwise noted. A (“C”) designation denotes a Ceiling Limit, which should not be exceeded during any part of the
workday unless otherwise noted. A Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL) is a 15-minute exposure, which should not be exceeded.
2. Threshold Limit Values (TLV) established by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) are 8-hour TWA concentrations unless otherwise noted. ACGIH TLVs are for guideline purposes only
and as such are not legal, regulatory limits for compliance purposes.
3. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Recommended Exposure Limits (NIOSH-REL): Compendium of Policy and Statements. NIOSH, Cincinnati, OH (1992). NIOSH is the federal agency designated to
conduct research relative to occupational safety and health. As is the case with ACGIH TLVs, NIOSH RELs are for guideline purposes only and as such are not legal, regulatory limits for compliance purposes.
4. Inhalable fraction. The concentration of inhalable particulate is to be determined from the fraction passing a size-selector per OSHA, ACGIH and other regulatory agencies.
5. PNOR (Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). All inert or nuisance dusts not listed specifically by substance name are covered by the PNOR limit which is the same as the inert or nuisance dust limit.
6. Respirable fraction - The concentration of respirable dust for the application of this limit is to be determined from the fraction passing a size-selector with the characteristics defined in the ACGIH TLVs® and BEIs®.
7. PNOS (Particles Not Otherwise Specified). Particles not specified are covered by the PNOS limit.
Ventilation Local exhaust ventilation should be used to control exposure to airborne dust and fume emissions near the source (during
crushing, grinding, welding, etc.). Assure exposure is less than regulatory limits.
Respiratory Protection If processing emits welding fumes, airborne dusts or similar hazards use NIOSH approved respirator as specified by an
industrial hygienist/safety professional. Obtain medical approval for respirator users. Use a welding or air supplied
respirator where local exhaust or ventilation does not keep exposure below overexposure limits.
Eye Protection Wear safety glasses when risk of eye injury is present particularly during machining, grinding, welding, powder handling,
etc. Contact lenses should not be worn if working with metal dusts and powders.
Skin Protection Wear gloves as necessary to prevent metal cuts, skin abrasions and skin contact with metal or oil. Protective clothing such
as arm, foot, body protection etc., may be required as appropriate.
Recommended
Monitoring Procedures
No medical surveillance required while working with metal in massive form. If processing creates dust, fume or other
hazard, conduct industrial hygiene evaluation. Follow requirements for medical surveillance of product constituents,
compounds and fume if welding fume, dust or other hazards are created by customer processing or handling.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Solid Appearance and Color: Silver /Gray Color Odor: No Odor Odor Threshold: Not Available
pH: Not Available Relative Density : 0.863 for oil; Not Available for metal
Boiling Range: Not
Available
Vapor Pressure (Mmhg): Not Available Initial Boiling Point: Not Available
Melting Point: 900F-
3200F
Vapor Density (Air=1): Not Available Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 7.5 - 8.0
Flash Point: ≥ 300⁰F
% Volatiles By Volume: None Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not Available
Evaporation Rate: Not
Available
Decomposition Temperature: Not Available Flammable Limits V/V% LEL: None UEL: None
Solubility in Water = No Viscosity: Not Available Partial Coefficient: N-Octanol/ Water: Not Available
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity Hazardous reactions should not occur under normal conditions.
Stability/ Chemical
Stability
These alloys are stable materials under normal handling and storage conditions.
Possibility of Hazardous
Reactions
Should not occur to solid metal under normal handling and storage conditions.
Conditions to Avoid Avoid strong acids or bases. Avoid creating or spreading dust, sparks, heat, open flame & other sources of ignition.
Incompatible
Materials
Dissolves in hydrofluoric acid. Ignites in the presence of fluorine. When heated above 200°C, may react
exothermically with chlorine, bromine, halocarbons, carbon tetrachloride, Freon, carbon tetrafluoride, acetylene,
acids and oxidizers. Corrosion is unlikely, however, if it does occur, hydrogen might be evolved, causing a potentially
explosive environment.
Hazardous
Decomposition Products
Solid metal is stable but may decompose from combustion and/or chemical reaction. This may produce various
hazardous materials such as elemental metals, metal oxides, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, sulfur compounds,
metal compounds including hexavalent chromium, titanium dioxide, vanadium pentoxide and acids.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Chemical Name Oral LD50 Dermal LD50 Inhalation LC50
Iron 7439-89-6 98,600 mg/kg bw - > 0.25 mg/L
Nickel 7440-02-0 > 9000 mg/kg bw - > 10.2 mg/L -
Chromium 7440-47-3 > 3400 mg/kg bw - > 5.41 mg/L
Manganese 7439-96-5 >2000 mg/kg bw - >5.14 mg/L
Molybdenum 7439-98-7 > 2000 mg/kg bw > 2000 mg/kg bw > 5.10 mg/L
Silicon 7440-21-3 > 5000 mg/kg bw > 5000 mg/kg bw > 2.08 mg/L
Aluminum 7429-90-5 15,900 mg/kg bw - > 1 mg/L
Copper 7440-50-8 481 mg/kg bw >2000 mg/kg bw >5.11 mg/L
Cobalt 7440-48-4 550 mg/kg bw > 2000 mg/kg bw <0.05 mg/L
Tungsten 7440-33-7 > 2000 mg/kg bw > 2000 mg/kg bw > 5.4 mg/L
Titanium 7440-32-6 > 5000 mg/kg bw - -
Vanadium 7440-62-2 > 2000 mg/kg bw - -
Tantalum 7440-25-7 > 2000 mg/kg bw > 2000 mg/kg bw > 5.18 mg/L
Niobium (Columbium)
7440-03-1
> 10,000 mg/kg bw > 2000 mg/kg bw -
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (CONTINUED)
Information on likely routes of exposure
Ingestion: Ingestion is possible and should be avoided.
Inhalation: Not an expected route of exposure for product in massive form or limited oil residue.
Skin Contact: Prolonged skin contact may cause redness and irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Eye contact: Eye contact is possible and should be avoided.
Information on toxicological effects
Symptoms May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. Prolonged skin contact may cause redness and irritation. May
cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause
acute gastrointestinal effects if swallowed. Ingestion may result in vomiting; aspiration (breathing) of vomitus into
lungs must be avoided as even small quantities may result in aspiration pneumonitis. May be ingested by accident.
Ingestion may cause irritation and malaise.
Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure
Acute toxicity Harmful if swallowed. Cobalt-containing powders may be fatal if inhaled.
Skin corrosion/irritation Prolonged skin contact may cause redness and irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Serious eye damage/eye
irritation
Product not classified.
Sensitization May cause sensitization by skin contact. Cobalt-containing alloys may cause sensitization by inhalation.
Germ cell mutagenicity No data available.
Carcinogenicity May cause cancer by inhalation of metal dust, fume.
Chemical Name ACGIH IARC NTP OSHA
Nickel - Group 1
Group 2B
Known
Reasonably Anticipated
X
Cobalt A3 Group 2A
Group 2B
Known X
Chromium - Group 3 - -
Reproductive toxicity
STOT - single exposure
STOT - repeated exposure
Aspiration hazard
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
Product not classified.
Causes disorder and damage to the: Respiratory System.
Metal product not classified. Oil - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
Welding Fumes: Follow OSHA and NIOSH methods for monitoring of welding fumes to determine exposure potential.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Total product has not been evaluated for ecological toxicity or other environmental effects.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Whenever possible, recover alloys for reuse or recycling. Dispose of waste material in accordance with local, state, or national regulations.
See section 15 for prohibitions concerning any oil, if present.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
As sold, solid alloys are not regulated by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the International Air Transport Association.
Note: metals transported in coiled form may be under tension and represent a source of potential energy due to the tension induced by
coiling; it may uncoil to try to lay flat in a long strip when banding is cut or other forces are released; uncoiling can be sudden and
catastrophic and measures should be taken to ensure that uncoiling will not occur.
The following information should be used by individuals with “Function-specific Training” required by U.S. Department of Transportation 49 CFR
172.704, and Dangerous Goods Regulations published by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Shipping Name None as sold, however, if dust or powder is created, it may be a flammable solid or spontaneously combustible material. A
sample of metal powder should be tested according to the U.N. and U.S. DOT (49 CFR)
Identification Number Not Available (Determine by test results)
Hazard Class Not Available (Determine by test results)
Label(s) Required Not Available (Determine by test results)
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION The regulatory data in Section 15 is not intended to be all-inclusive, only selected regulations are represented.
SPECIFIC U.S. EPA REGULATIONS: Toxic Substance Control Act: Components of this material (see section 3) are listed in the TSCA inventory.
EPA Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act (SARA) of 1986 Section 311/312 (SARA Title III): Components of this material (section 3) are listed
in SARA Title III, Section 311/312. Hazard Categorization: As sold, product is not categorized as a fire hazard, reactivity hazard or pressure release hazard.
EPA, SARA Section 313: Components of this material (see section 3) are listed in EPCRA section 313 Part 372 and subject to annual Toxic Release
Inventory reporting by certain industrial facilities including Chromium, Nickel, Manganese, Copper, Cobalt and Vanadium. To determine whether you are subject
to the reporting requirements of EPCRA section 313, see the TRI Home Page at https://www.epa.gov/tri. If you repackage or redistribute this product to
industrial customers, a notice should be sent to them, however there are exemptions.
CWA This product contains the following substances which are regulated pollutants pursuant to the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 122.21 and 40 CFR 122.42)
CERCLA This material, as supplied, contains one or more substances regulated as a hazardous substance under the Comprehensive Environmental
Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) (40 CFR 302)
U.S. State Right-to-Know Regulations This material, as supplied, contains one or more substances regulated as a hazardous substance under U.S. State
Right-to-Know Regulations
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: Listed components known by the state to cause cancer, include Cobalt and Metallic Nickel. As sold, nickel is in alloy form.
Cobalt as sold is in alloy form, not metal powder. During welding, processing etc., may produce oxides and other compounds of the metals listed in section 3
which are listed in California Proposition 65 including hexavalent chromium. See section 3 for other constituents.
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
Revision Date: July 30, 2021
This information is designed only as guidance for safe handling, use, storage, transportation, and disposal and is not to be considered a warranty or quality
specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other
materials or in any process. Information contained herein is believed to be true and accurate at the date of its publication, but all statements or suggestions are
made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding accuracy of the information, the hazards connected with the use of the material, or the results to be
obtained from the use thereof. Compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations remain the responsibility of the user.
Trademarks: Several materials are proprietary alloys produced under license from various manufacturers. They are identified by these subscript numbers:
1Registered Trademark of AK Steel Corporation
2Registered Trademark of Carpenter Technology Corporation
3Registered Trademark of Special Metals Corporation
4Registered Trademark of ATI Tevhnologies
5Registered Trademark of Haynes International, Inc.
6Registered Trademark of United Technologies Corporation
Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.
153 Washington Avenue, P.O. Box 294, North Haven, CT, 06473-1191
Phone Number (203) 239-4481 • (800) 243-1676
E-Mail: information@ulbrich.com
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1 Dudley Avenue, P.O. Box 610, Wallingford, CT 06492
203-439-4758, 866-725-8609
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12340 South Laramie Avenue, Alsip, IL 60802
(708) 489-9500, (800)323-7035
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153 Washington Avenue,
North Haven, CT 06473
(203) 239-4481, (800) 243-1676
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Phone: 203-439-4758
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Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) 002
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifier: Titanium, Aluminum, Tantalum, Niobium and Zirconium Based Alloys, designated as follows:
Titanium & Titanium Based Alloys: GRADE I-25A/35A, GRADE II -40A, GRADE III -55A, GRADE IV-70A/75A, GRADE V--6A1-4V,
GRADE IX - 3-2.5, GRADE 21-Beta 21S, 15-3-3-3, 15P, 6-2-4-2, NITINOL, 3AI-2.5V
Aluminum Alloys: 1100, 1050, 1070, 3003, 3004, 3105, 5005, 5052, 5083, 5182, 5454, 5754, 6061
Niobium: (Synonym – Columbium)
Tantalum, and Sintered Tantalum
Zirconium
Product Form: Metal Alloy/Mixture
Intended Use of the Product: Solid metal products, various uses
Supplier’s Details: Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.
153 Washington Avenue, P.O. Box 294, North Haven, CT USA, 06473-1191
Phone Number 203-239-4481 • 800-243-1676•
SDS Technical Contact Weekdays (203) 265-8299
FAX: (203) 239-7479 • E-Mail: information@ulbrich.com
Emergency Telephone Number 203-239-4481; Chemtrec 800-424-9300
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification (GHS-US): As shipped, uncoated alloys are articles that do not present a hazard to human health by inhalation or
ingestion. However, cutting, grinding, welding, etc. may produce dust, particulate or fume that presents health hazards related
to constituents detailed in section 3.
Label Elements:
Signal word, hazard statement(s), symbols and precautionary statement(s):
Hazard Symbol Hazard Classification Signal Word Hazard Statement(s)
Single Target Organ
Toxicity (STOT) Repeat
Exposure -2
Warning
May cause damage to respiratory tract, liver and kidney through prolonged or
repeated inhalation exposure.
If converted to small particles during further processing, handling, or by other
means, may form combustible dust concentrations in air.
NA Eye Irritation
Combustible Dust
Causes eye irritation.
If converted to small particles during further processing, handling, or by other
means, may form combustible dust concentrations in air.
Prevention Do not breathe dusts / fume / mist.
Wear protective gloves / protective clothing / eye protection / face protection.
Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace.
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Response Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
Storage Store in accordance with federal, state and other regulations. Dust, powder and strips are combustible and may form explosive
mixtures with air or fluids. Store locked up.
Disposal Metal scrap should be recycled whenever possible. Dispose of in accordance with federal, state and other regulations.
Hazards not otherwise classified: None Known
Unknown acute toxicity statement (mixture): None Known
Primary Entry
Routes
Not considered a physical or health hazard in the solid form that it is sold. However, operations such as abrading, burning, welding,
sawing, brazing, grinding, cutting, polishing, and machining that results in the creation of dust or elevated temperatures may cause eye,
skin, and respiratory tract irritation and other hazards described in this document.
Entry Routes for Dust: Inhalation, Skin, Eye for all components; Ingestion for Molybdenum, Chromium & Vanadium
Target Organs Target Organs for Dust - Respiratory System, Skin, Eyes,
NOTE: Liver and Kidney for Molybdenum
Effects of
Overexposure
Acute
Chronic
EYES: Dust may cause mechanical irritation.
DERMAL: Dust may cause mechanical irritation. Chromium, molybdenum and vanadium are skin irritants.
INHALATION: Excessive exposure to high concentrations of dust may cause irritation to the mucous membranes of the upper respiratory
tract. Excessive inhalation of fumes of freshly formed metal oxide particles sized below 1.5 microns from many metals can produce an
acute reaction known as “metal fume fever”. Symptoms consist of chills and fever (very similar to and easily confused with flu symptoms),
metallic taste in the mouth, dryness and irritation of the throat followed by weakness and muscle pain. The symptoms come on in a few
hours after excessive exposures and usually last from 12 to 48 hours. Titanium dioxide and Chromium may cause pulmonary fibrosis and
permanent damage. Vanadium Pentoxide may cause green tongue, metallic taste, eczema, cough, fine rales, wheezing, bronchitis, and
dyspnea (breathing difficulty).
INGESTION: Ingestion of harmful amounts of this product as distributed is unlikely due to its solid insoluble form. Ingestion of dust may
cause nausea or vomiting.
Titanium Dioxide: The signs and symptoms of chronic exposure to titanium dioxide include X-ray evidence of mild fibrosis, dyspnea,
cough, and declines in pulmonary function.
Aluminum: Aluminum dusts/fines are a low health risk by inhalation and should be treated as a nuisance dust. Aluminum dust is a
respiratory and eye irritant.
Tin: Exposure to dust and fume of tin (oxide) is recognized to result in a benign pneumoconiosis called stannosis.
Molybdenum: Certain handling operations, such as burning and welding, may generate both insoluble molybdenum compounds (metal
and molybdenum dioxide) and soluble molybdenum compounds (molybdenum trioxide).
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Effects of
Overexposure
Molybdenum compounds generally exhibit a low order of toxicity with the trioxide the more toxic. However, some reports indicate that the
dust of the molybdenum metal, molybdenum dioxide and molybdenum trioxide may cause eye, skin, nose, throat irritation, anorexia,
diarrhea, weight loss; listlessness; liver, kidney damage in animals.
Chromium: The health hazards associated with exposure to chromium are dependent upon its oxidation state. The metal form (as it exists
in this product) is of very low toxicity. The hexavalent form that may be formed during welding activities primarily, is very toxic. Repeated or
prolonged exposure to hexavalent chromium compounds may cause respiratory irritation, nosebleeds, ulceration and perforation of the
nasal septum. Industrial exposure to certain forms of hexavalent chromium has been related to an increased incidence of cancer. Iron
Oxide: Chronic inhalation of excessive concentrations of iron oxide fumes or dusts may result in the development of a benign
pneumoconiosis, called siderosis, which is observable as an X-ray change. No physical impairment of lung function has been associated
with siderosis. Inhalation of excessive concentrations of ferric oxide may enhance the risk of lung cancer development in workers exposed
to pulmonary carcinogens
Vanadium: Excessive long term or repeated exposures to vanadium compounds, especially the pentoxide, may result in chronic
pulmonary changes such as emphysema or bronchitis.
Carcinogenic
References
Titanium dioxide: The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) identifies Titanium Dioxide as Group 3 carcinogens, not
classifiable as to their human carcinogenicity.
Chromium: The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) identifies chromium metal and trivalent chromium compounds as
Group 3 carcinogens, not classifiable as to their human carcinogenicity. Hexavalent chromium is listed by IARC as Group 1 carcinogen
that are carcinogenic to humans.
Iron oxide: The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) identifies Titanium Dioxide as Group 3 carcinogens, not classifiable
as to their human carcinogenicity.
Medical Conditions
Aggravated by
Exposure
Chronic respiratory disease, impaired pulmonary function and conditions such as asthma, emphysema, chronic bronchitis, etc., may be
aggravated or damaged by exposure to dust or fumes if excessive concentrations are inhaled. If prior damage or disease to the
neurological, circulatory, hematologic or renal systems has occurred, proper screening or examinations should be conducted on individuals
who may be exposed.
SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
ALUMINUM
ALLOY
UNS
No.
CONSTITUTENT(S) % Maximum unless otherwise shown.
Mg Mn Cr Cu Al Si Fe Zn V Other
1100 A91100 0.12 99.0 min.
1050 A91050 0.05 0.05 0.05 99.1 0.25 0.4 0.07 Ti 0.05
1070 A91070 0.03 0.03 0.04 99.7 0.25 0.25 0.04 0.05 Ti 0.3
3003 A93003 1.2 0.12 98.6 min.
3004 A93004 1.2 1.2 97.8
3105 A93105 0.5 0.55 99.0
5005 A95005 0.8 99.2 min.
5052 A95052 2.5 0.25 97.2 min.
5083 A95083 4.4 0.7 0.15 94.7
5182 A95182 4.5 0.35 95.2
5454 A95454 2.7 0.8 0.12 96.3
5754 A95754 3.2 0.5 95.5 0.4 0.4
6061 A96061 0.8/1.2 0.15 0.04/0.35 0.15/0.4 95.8/98.6 0.25
CAS Number 7439-95-4 7439-96-5 7440-47-3 7440-50-8 7429-90-5 7440-21-3 7439-89-6 7440-66-6 7440-62-2 Ti 7440-32-6
BAL = Balance Min = minimum Max = maximum x/x = minimum to maximum
BAL = Balance Min = mi nimum Max = maximum x/x = minimum to maximum
ALLOY UNS No. CONSTITUENT(S)% Ranges unless otherwise shown
Zr Niobium Tantalum Molybdenum Iron Titanium Nickell Tungsten
ZIRCONIUM 702 S20100 99/100
NIOBIUM TYPE I (SYNONYM–COLUMBIUM) R04210 99/100
NIOBIUM TYPE II (SYNONYM-COLUMBIUM) R04300 99/100
TANTALUM R05200 0.10 BAL 0.020 0.010 0.010 0.010 0.05
SINTERED TANTALUM R05400 0.10 BAL 0.020 0.010 0.010 0.010 0.05
CAS Number 7440-67-7 7440-03-1 7440-25-7: 7439-98-7 7439-89-6 7440-32-6 7440-02-0 7440-33-7
BAL = Balance Min = minimum Max = maximum x/x = minimum to maximum
All commercial metals may contain small amounts of various elements (less than 0.1%), in addition to those specified. These small quantities frequently originate in the raw material used.
TITANIUM BASED
ALLOY
UNS No. CONSTITUENT(S) %Maximum unless otherwise shown
C N Fe H
Ti
V
Al
Tin
Other
Other
GRADE I-25A/35A 0.10 0.03 0.20 0.01 BAL
GRADE II -40A R50400 0.08 0.03 0.30 0.0125 BAL
GRADE III -55A R50550 0.08 0.05 0.30 0.015 BAL
GRADE IV-70A/75A R50700 0.08 0.05 0.50 0.015 BAL
GRADE V--6A1-4V R56400 0.08 0.05 0.25 0.015 BAL 3.5/4.5 5.75/6.75
GRADE IX - 3-2.5 R56320 0.10 0.03 0.25 0.15 BAL 2.0/3.0 2.5/3.5
GRADE 21-Beta 21S R58210 0.05 0.05 0.4 0015 BAL 2.5/3.5 Co 2.4/3.2 Mo 14/16
15-3-3-3 R58153 0.05 0.05 0.25 0015 BAL 14.0/16.0 2.5/3.5 2.5/3.5 Cr 2.5/3.5
15P 0.08 0.03 0.30 0.015 BAL Pd 0.12/0.25
TITANIUM 6-2-4-2 R54620
R54621
0.08 0.01/0.013 0.25 0015 BAL 5.5/6/5 1.8/2.2 Mo 1.8/2.2
Zr 3.60/4.40
NITINOL N01555 44/45 Ni 55/56
3AI-2.5V R56320 0.05 0.02 0.30 0.015 BAL 2.0/3.0 2.5/3.5
CAS Number 7440-44-0 7727-37-9 7439-89-6 1333-74-0 7440-32-6 7440-62-2 7429-90-5 7440-31-5 Co 7440-48-4
Cr 7440-47-3
Ni 7440-02-0
Mo 7439-98-7 Pd
7440-05-3 Zr 7440-
67-7
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of necessary measures:
Inhalation: As sold/shipped material is in solid form, not a likely form of exposure. However, during processing (welding, grinding, burning,
etc.), if inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If exposed, concerned, experiencing respiratory symptoms,
or feel unwell: Get medical advice/attention or call a poison center or doctor/physician.
Eye Contact: As sold/shipped material is in solid form, not a likely form of exposure. However, during processing (welding, grinding, burning,
etc.), if in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Do not allow victim to rub or
keep eyes tightly shut. May cause conjunctivitis with repeated exposures. If eye irritation persists, get medical advice/ attention.
Skin Contact: If on skin: Wash thoroughly after handling with plenty of water. If irritation or rash occurs, get medical advice/attention. Skin cuts
and abrasions can be treated by first aid or medical treatment. Quickly remove dust contaminated clothing but do not shake clothing.
Ingestion: As sold/shipped in solid form, not a likely form of exposure. However, during welding, grinding, burning, etc., if swallowed, call a
poison center or physician if you feel unwell and rinse mouth. If exposed, concerned or feel unwell: Get medical advice/attention.
Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed (chronic):
Inhalation: As sold/shipped, solid metal is not likely to present an acute or chronic health effect.
Eye: As sold/shipped, solid metal is not likely to present an acute or chronic health effect. See component effects.
Skin: As sold/shipped, solid metal is not likely to present an acute or chronic health effect. See component effects.
Ingestion: As sold/shipped, solid metal is not likely to present an acute or chronic health effect. See component effects.
However, during further processing (welding, grinding, etc.) individual components may illicit an acute or chronic health effect.
Refer to Section 11-Toxicological Information.
Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment: None Known
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point (With Test Method): None in solid form FLAMMABLE (EXPLOSIVE) LIMITS V/V%: LEL: None UEL: None
Extinguishing Media Not flammable in the form of this product as distributed. Flammable as finely divided pieces resulting from processing.
Use Type D fire extinguisher. Carbon dioxide is not effective in extinguishing burning metals.
Special Firefighting
Procedures
Do not spray water on burning metal as an explosion may occur. To extinguish a metal fire, smother with dry sand,
salt (NaCl) or other class “D” fire extinguishing powder.
Unusual Fire and
Explosion Hazards
Intense heat. Dust, chips, thin strips, etc. created by grinding or processing can ignite if a substantial number of small
particles are dispersed or adequate ignition source is present. The hazard increases with finer particles. An explosion
may follow a fire initiated in a mass of wet metal fines. The explosive characteristics of such material is caused by the
steam and hydrogen generated within the burning mass. Do not allow dust, chips, thin strips, etc. to accumulate, it
can be pyrophoric. Contact with water or steam above 704oC causes a violent reaction.
Hazardous Combustion
Products
Various metal oxides, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, sulfur compounds including titanium dioxide - an IARC
Group 2B carcinogen; hexavalent chromium may cause lung, nasal, and/or sinus cancer; vanadium pentoxide affects
eyes, skin, respiratory system; zinc, copper, magnesium, or cadmium fumes may cause metal fume fever. Soluble
molybdenum compounds may cause lung irritation.
Incompatibility (Materials
To Avoid)
Reacts with acids, bases, oxidizing agents, alcohols, metal oxides, halogenated hydrocarbons, halogens, especially
fluorine. Dangerous fire hazard in the form of dust when exposed to heat, flame or by chemical reaction with oxidizing
agents. May be an explosion hazard in the form of dust by chemical reaction with air, alkali hydroxide, chromate,
dichromate, molybdates, sulfates, tungstates, borax, CCl4, copper oxide, lead, lead oxide, phosphorous, KClO3,
KNO3, nitryl fluoride. Do not allow dusts or other fines to accumulate. Molten metal may react violently with water and
liberate hydrogen. When heated above 200°C, reacts exothermically with chlorine, bromine, halocarbons, carbon
tetrachloride, carbon tetrafluoride, Freon, acetylene, acids and oxidizers. In some cases, an ignitable corrosion product
containing fine particulate forms on the surface of the metal. This film can be rendered non-flammable by oxidation
treatments such as specific heat treatments.
6. ACCIDENTAL MATERIAL RELEASE OR SPILL CONTROL MEASURES
In solid form this material poses no special clean-up problems. If this material is in powder or dust form, do not dry sweep. Notify safety personnel.
Clean-up should be conducted with a grounded vacuum system utilizing high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filtration. Caution should be taken to
minimize airborne generation of powder or dust and avoid contamination of air, land and water. Cleanup personnel should protect against dust
inhalation and skin or eye contact, follow handling precautions and use non-sparking tools. Properly label all waste materials and follow applicable
OSHA regulations (29 CFR), EPA regulations (40 CFR) and other regulatory requirements.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Precautions
Wear cut resistant gloves and clothing to avoid cuts. Metal in coiled form may be under tension and represent a source of potential
energy due to the tension induced by coiling; it may suddenly uncoil to try to lay flat in a long strip when banding is cut or forces
are released. Ensure that uncoiling will not occur. Machining of alloys may result in fine turnings, chips, dust, or fumes. Small
diameter materials may be combustible or flammable. Keep this material away from any source of ignition. Keep fines and
turnings completely dry or very wet (more than 25% water content by weight) for handling safety. Explosions can result from
ignition of powder or machining fines containing moisture. Fires and explosions can result from dispersing fines and dust in air,
especially if confined. Avoid these conditions. Avoid dust inhalation and eye or skin contact, wear personal protective equipment
(Section 8). Practice good personal hygiene after handling.
Storage
Precautions
In solid form this material poses no special problems. Avoid breathing dust or fume. If the use of this material produces dust or
fume, use appropriate ventilation controls, personal protective equipment or both.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Ventilation Local exhaust ventilation should be used to control exposure to airborne dust and fume emissions near the source (during
crushing, grinding, welding, etc.). Assure exposure is less than regulatory limits.
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Respiratory
Protection
None required as shipped, if processing emits welding fumes airborne dusts or similar hazards use NIOSH approved
respirators as specified by an industrial hygienist or safety professional. Obtain medical approval for users of negative pressure
devices. Use a welding fume respirator or an air supplied respirator where local exhaust or ventilation does not keep exposure
below overexposure limits.
Eye Protection Wear safety glasses when risk of eye injury is present particularly during machining, grinding, welding, powder handling, etc.
Contact lenses should not be worn if working with metal dusts and powders.
Skin Protection Wear gloves as necessary to prevent metal cuts, skin abrasions and skin contact. Protective clothing such as arm, foot, body
protection etc., may be required during handling operations as appropriate for the exposure.
Recommended
Monitoring
Procedures
No medical surveillance required while working with metal in massive form. If processing creates dust, fume or other hazard,
conduct industrial hygiene evaluation of processes. Follow requirements for medical surveillance of product constituents,
compounds and fume if welding fume, dust or other hazards are created by customer processing or handling.
Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs): This product in the physical form it is sold does not present an inhalation hazard. However,
operations including, but not limited to, cutting, welding, and grinding may produce fumes and/or particulates. The following exposure
limits are for the constituents of the materials under these and similar processes.
Constituents OSHA PEL 1 ACGIH TLV 2
OSHA ACGIH Particulate:
No Limit Established
15 mg/m3, total dust (PNOR)
5.0 mg/m3, respirable fraction (PNOR)
10 mg/m3 (as inhalable fraction, PNOS)
3 mg/m3 (as respirable fraction, PNOS)
Aluminum (Al) 15 mg/m³ (as total dust)
5 mg/m³ (as respirable fraction)
1 mg/m³ respirable fraction
Cobalt (Co) 0.1 mg/m3 (as dust & fume) 0.02 mg/m3
Chromium (Cr) 0.5 mg/m³ (as Cr II & III compounds)
1 mg/m³ (as Cr, metal & insoluble salts)
0.005 mg/m³ (as Cr VI compounds)
0.5 mg/m³ (as Cr metal and Cr III compounds)
0.05 mg/m³ (as Cr VI, water soluble compounds)
0.01 mg/m³ (as Cr VI, insoluble compounds)
Copper (Cu) 0.1 mg/m³ (as fume, Cu)
1.0 mg/m³ (as dusts & mists, Cu)
0.1 mg/m³ (as fume)
1 mg/m³ (as dusts & mists, Cu)
Iron (Fe) 10 mg/m³ (as iron oxide fume) 5 mg/m³ (as iron oxide dust and fume)
Magnesium (Mg) 15 mg/m3 (as magnesium oxide) 10 mg/m3 (as magnesium oxide)
Manganese (Mn) “C” 5.0 mg/m³ (as Fume & Mn compounds) 0.2 mg/m³
Molybdenum(Mo) 15 mg/m³ (as total dust, soluble compounds)
5 mg/m³ (as respirable fraction)
10 mg/m³ (as Mo insoluble compounds, inhalable fraction)
3 mg/m³ (as Mo insoluble compounds, respirable fraction)
0.5 mg/m³ (as Mo soluble compounds, respirable fraction)
Nickel (Ni) 1.0 mg/m³ (as Ni metal & insoluble compounds) 1.5 mg/m³ (as inhalable fraction Ni metal)
0.2 Insoluble compounds
0.1 Soluble compounds
Niobium(Nb)/ Columbium(Cb) NE NE
Silicon (Si) 15 mg/m³ (total dust, PNOR)
5 mg/m³ (as respirable fraction, PNOR)
NE
Titanium (Ti) NE NE
Tin, inorganic compounds(Sn) 2 mg/m3 2 mg/m3
Vanadium (V) “C” 0.5 mg/m³ (as V2O5 respirable dust)
“C” 0.1 mg/m³ (as V2O5 fume)
0.05 mg/m³ (as V2O5, inhalable fraction)
Zinc (Zn) 5 mg/m3 (Zinc Oxide) 2 mg/m3 (Zinc Oxide)
Zirconium (Zr) 5 mg/m3 5 mg/m3 STEL: 10 mg/m3
NE - None Established, if none established, see “Particulate Where No Limit Has Been Established” in first row or specific compounds created by welding, etc.
Notes:
1. OSHA PELs (Permissible Exposure Limits) are 8-hour TWA (time-weighted average) concentrations unless otherwise noted. A (“C”) designation denotes a Ceiling Limit, which should not be exceeded during any part of the
workday unless otherwise noted. A Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL) is a 15-minute exposure, which should not be exceeded.
2. Threshold Limit Values (TLV) established by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) are 8-hour TWA concentrations unless otherwise noted. ACGIH TLVs are for guideline purposes only
and as such are not legal, regulatory limits for compliance purposes.
3. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Recommended Exposure Limits (NIOSH-REL): Compendium of Policy and Statements. NIOSH, Cincinnati, OH (1992). NIOSH is the federal agency designated to
conduct research relative to occupational safety and health. As is the case with ACGIH TLVs, NIOSH RELs are for guideline purposes only and as such are not legal, regulatory limits for compliance purposes.
4. Inhalable fraction. The concentration of inhalable particulate is to be determined from the fraction passing a size-selector per OSHA, ACGIH and other regulatory agencies.
5. PNOR (Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). All inert or nuisance dusts not listed specifically by substance name are covered by the PNOR limit which is the same as the inert or nuisance dust limit.
6. Respirable fraction - The concentration of respirable dust for the application of this limit is to be determined from the fraction passing a size-selector with the characteristics defined in the ACGIH 2014 TLVs® and BEIs®
Appendix D, paragraph C
7. PNOS (Particles Not Otherwise Specified). Particles not specified are covered by the PNOS limit.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL STATE: Solid - APPEARANCE AND COLOR: Silver /Gray Color
ODOR: None ODOR THRESHOLD: Not Available
pH: Not Available EVAPORATION RATE: Not Available
BOILING Range: Not Available INITIAL BOILING POINT: Not Available
MELTING POINT: 900F - 3200F VAPOR PRESSURE (mmHg): Not Available
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O=1): >3 VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1): Not Available
EVAPORATION RATE: Not Available % VOLATILES BY VOLUME: None
FLASH POINT: None FLAMMABLE LIMITS V/V% LEL: None UEL: None
RELATIVE DENSITY: Not Available PARTIAL COEFFICIENT: N-OCTANOL/ WATER: Not Available
SOLUBILITY IN WATER = Negligible AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not Available
VISCOSITY: Not Available DECOMPOSITION TEMPERATURE: Not Available
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
REACTIVITY Hazardous reactions should not occur with solid product under normal conditions.
STABILITY/ CHEMICAL STABILITY These alloys are stable materials under normal handling and storage conditions.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID Avoid strong acids or bases. Avoid creating or spreading dust. Sparks, heat, open flame and other
sources of ignition. Avoid contact with carbon monoxide, particularly at temperatures between
50°C and 300° C, to prevent formation of nickel carbonyl which is toxic and a carcinogen.
Halogenated hydrocarbons can react violently with finely divided aluminum.
INCOMPATIBILE MATERIALS If dusts or finely divided materials are produced, avoid strong oxidizers – violent reaction with heat
generation. Acids and Alkalis – reacts to generate hydrogen. Water and aluminum mixtures may
be hazardous when confined due to hydrogen generation. If corrosion occurs, hydrogen might be
evolved, causing a potentially explosive environment in confined areas. Hydrofluoric acid or
hydrofluoric-nitric acid mixtures rapidly dissolve alloys. Niobium and Zirconium alloys will ignite in
cold fluorine and above 200°C will react exothermically with chlorine, bromine, fluorine, iodine, and
halocarbons such as carbon tetrachloride, carbon tetrafluoride and freons. Nitryl-fluoride, FNO2
will initiate a reaction at room temperature to produce a glowing or white incandescence.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION
PRODUCTS
Solid metal will not decompose without combustion and/or chemical reaction. Products include
elemental metals, metal oxides, metal compounds including products listed in handling
precautions (section 7) and decomposition products (directly above).
POSSIBILITY OF HAZARDOUS
REACTIONS
Should not occur with solid metal.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
TOXICITY
DATA
Eye: Rabbit (cobalt) unknown amount produced severe reaction with abscess involving lens, ciliary body, vitreous humor and retina.
Skin: No data.
Ingestion:
Guinea Pig (nickel): LDLo: 5 mg/kg Mouse (boron): LD50: 560 mg/kg
Rat (cobalt): LD50: 6,171 mg/kg Rabbit (cobalt)): LD50: 750 mg/kg
Human (copper): TDLo: 120 µg/kg, affects the gastrointestinal tract (nausea or vomiting).
Human (chromium): LDLo: 71 mg/kg
Rat (Iron): LD50: 30,000 mg/kg
Rat (manganese) LD50: 9,000 mg/kg
Rabbit (Silicon Dioxide): LD50: >5,000 mg/kg
Rat (Titanium): LD50: >5,000 mg/kg
Inhalation: Rabbit (nickel): TCLo: 130 µg/m3 35 weeks (intermittent) - 6 hours
Human (chromium VI): TCLo: 110 µg/m3 3 years (continuous) tumorigenic (carcinogenic per RTECS)
Pig (cobalt): TCLO: 100 µg/m3 /6 hours for 13 weeks (intermittent) Human (manganese): TCLo: 2300µg/m3
Rat (titanium): LC50: >6,820 mg/ m3
Subchronic: Rat (molybdenum) inhalation: 12-16 g/m3/1 hour/30 days, resulted in slight growth depression, and thickening of the intra-alveolar
septa, which contained connective tissue fibers.
Other: Dog (nickel) Intravenous: LDLo: 10 mg/kg
Rat (chromium), Implant: TDLo: 1200 µg/kg intermittent over 6 weeks. Rat (cobalt) intramuscular: 126 mg/kg, tumorigenic at site of
application.
Rabbit (molybdenum) intra-tracheal: LDLo: 70 mg/kg produced focal fibrosis (pneumoconiosis).
Nickel alloys and hexavalent chromium compounds are listed as carcinogens by IARC. Detailed information from these sources may be obtained
from the following: IARC Monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risk of Chemicals to Man; and the NTP annual report on carcinogens, NTP
Public Information Office, MD B204 Box 12233, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709.
Welding Fumes: Follow OSHA and NIOSH methods for monitoring of welding fumes to determine exposure potential.
Teratology: Rat (nickel) oral: TDLo: 158 mg/kg
Rat (molybdenum) oral: 5800 µg/kg given to female 30 weeks prior to mating and during days 1-20 of pregnancy caused specific
musculoskeletal system development abnormalities.
Reproduction: Rat (molybdenum) oral: 6050 µg/kg given to female 35 weeks prior to mating produced pre-, and post-implantation mortality.
Rat (cobalt) unspecified exposure route, 0.05 mg/kg continuous, administered throughout gestation to female was embryotoxic.
Mutagenicity: Hamster (chromium III) lung cell: 34 mg/L caused sister chromatid exchange.
Human (cobalt) DNA damage: Human Leukocyte 3mg/L.
Human (Chromium VI) DNA damage: Human Leukocyte 50µmol/L.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
In solid form these alloys pose no special environmental problems. Metal powders or dusts may have significant impact on air, land and water quality. Airborne
emissions, spills, and releases to the environment (discharge to streams, sewer systems, surface soil, etc.) should be controlled immediately.
Ecotoxicity: Few plants accumulate cobalt at greater than 100 ppm, the level at which severe phytoxicity would occur. The potential for bioaccumulation of
Cobalt by both aquatic and terrestrial organisms is low with trophic transfer factors less than 1. There is little tendency for chromium III bioaccumulation along
the food chain. Terrestrial plants can contain enough molybdenum to be toxic to animals but still grow normally.
Molybdenum; (fathead minnow), LC50: 370 mg/L/96 hours. Terrestrial plants can contain enough molybdenum to be toxic to animals but still grow normally.
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Environmental Fate: In water, cobalt is adsorbed greatly to hydrolysate or oxidate sediments. It may be taken into solution in small amounts through
bacteriological activity. In water, molybdenum will precipitate out with natural calcium. In water, chromium III oxide is expected to eventually precipitate to
sediments. In air, chromium III oxide is primarily removed by fallout and precipitation. Soils with a high chromium content (>0.2%) are expected to be infertile.
The half-life of chromium in soils may be several years.
Manganese undergoes complex geochemical cycling and can accumulate in the top layer of sediment in lakes. In water, molybdenum will precipitate out with
natural calcium. Soil levels should not exceed 50 ppm to avoid problems with livestock.
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Whenever possible, recover alloys for reuse or recycling. Solid metal is not a hazardous waste per U.S. E.P.A. If material has been processed, analyze and
dispose of waste material in accordance with local, state, or federal regulations. For specific labeling, packing, storage, transportation, and disposal procedures,
contact an Environmental Engineer or consultant familiar with waste disposal regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
As sold, these solid alloys are not regulated by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the International Air Transport Association. Note: metals transported
in coiled form may be under tension and represent a source of potential energy due to the tension induced by coiling; it may uncoil to try to lay flat when banding
is cut or forces are released; this can be sudden and catastrophic and measures should be taken to ensure that uncoiling will not occur.
The following information should be used by individuals with “Function-specific Training” required by U.S. Department of Transportation 49 CFR 172.704, and
Dangerous Goods Regulations published by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Shipping Name Not applicable, however, if alloy dust or powder is created, it may be a flammable solid or spontaneously
combustible material (DOT hazard class 4.1 and 4.2, respectively). A sample of metal powder should be tested
according to the U.N. manual of tests and criteria. See 49 CFR 173.124 (a) and (b).
Identification Number Not Available (Determine by test results)
Hazard Class Not Available (Determine by test results)
Label(S) Required Not Available (Determine by test results)
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION The regulatory data in Section 15 is not intended to be all-inclusive, only selected regulations are represented.
SPECIFIC U.S. EPA REGULATIONS: Toxic Substance Control Act: Components of this material (see section 3) are listed in the TSCA inventory.
CERCLA: Components of this material (section 3) are listed as Hazardous Substances
EPA Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act (SARA) of 1986 Section 311/312(SARA Title III): Components of this material (section 3) are listed in SARA
Title III, Section 311/312
EPA, SARA Section 313: Components of this material (see section 3) are listed in EPCRA section 313 and subject to annual Toxic Release Inventory reporting
by certain industrial facilities. To determine whether you are subject to the reporting requirements of EPCRA section 313, see the TRI Home Page
at https://www.epa.gov/tri. If you repackage or redistribute this product to industrial customers, a notice should be sent to them, however there are exemptions.
SARA Title III Hazard Categorization: Dust and fume are categorized as an immediate (acute) health hazard and a delayed (chronic) health hazard as defined
by 40 CFR 370. Product is not categorized as a fire hazard, reactivity hazard or pressure release hazard.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: Listed components known by the state to cause cancer, include Metallic Nickel. As sold, nickel is in alloy form. See section
3 for constituents. During welding, processing etc., may produce oxides and other compounds of the metals listed in section 3 which are listed in California’s
“Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986" (Proposition 65) including hexavalent chromium.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Revision Date: March 30, 2019
This information is designed only as guidance for safe handling, use, storage, transportation, and disposal and is not to be considered a warranty or quality
specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other
materials or in any process. Information contained herein is believed to be true and accurate at the date of its publication, but all statements or suggestions
are made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding accuracy of the information, the hazards connected with the use of the material, or the results to
be obtained from the use thereof. Compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations remain the responsibility of the user.
Trademarks: Several materials described in these Safety Data Sheets are proprietary alloys produced under license from various manufacturers. They are
identified by the following subscript numbers:
1Registered Trademark of AK Steel Corporation
2Registered Trademark of Carpenter Technology Corporation
3Registered Trademark of Special Metals Corporation
4Registered Trademark of ATI Allegheny Companies
5Registered Trademark of Haynes International, Inc.
6Registered Trademark of United Technologies Corporation
Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.
153 Washington Avenue, P.O. Box 294, North Haven, CT, 06473-1191
Phone Number (203) 239-4481 • (800) 243-1676
E-Mail: information@ulbrich.com
Ulbrich Specialty Strip Mill
1 Dudley Avenue, P.O. Box 610, Wallingford, CT 06492
203-439-4758, 866-725-8609
E-mail: information@ulbrich.com
Ulbrich of Illinois, Inc.
12340 South Laramie Avenue, Alsip, IL 60802
(708) 489-9500, (800)323-7035
E-mail: Illinois@ulbrich.com
Ulbrich of New England
153 Washington Avenue,
North Haven, CT 06473
(203) 239-4481, (800) 243-1676
Ulbrich Shaped Wire, Inc.
55 Defco Park Rd, North Haven, CT 06473
Phone: 203-439-4758
Phone: 866-725-8609
E-mail: ShapedWire@ulbrich.com
www.ulbrich.com
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Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) 003
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifier: Carbon Steels designated as follows: AISI-SAE 1050; 1006; 1008; 1010; 1040; 1065; 1070; 1074; 1075; 1095
Notice on Coated Materials: This SDS is for uncoated materials. Ulbrich occasionally has material coated for customers. Purchasers of coated
materials should assure that they have the SDS for the coated material that they purchase.
Product Form: Metal Alloy/Mixture
Intended Use of the Product: Carbon steel, various uses
Supplier’s Details: Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.
153 Washington Avenue, P.O. Box 294,
North Haven, CT USA, 06473-1191
Phone Number (203) 239-4481 • (800) 243-1676
SDS Technical Contact Weekdays (203) 265-8299
FAX: (203) 239-7479 • E-Mail: information@ulbrich.com
Chemtrec 800-424-9300
Emergency Telephone Number (203) 239-4481
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification (GHS-US): As shipped, uncoated alloys are articles that do not present a hazard to human health by inhalation or
ingestion. However, cutting, grinding, welding, etc. may produce dust, particulate or fume that prese nts health hazards related
to constituents detailed in section 3.
Label Elements: Signal word, hazard statement(s), symbols and precautionary statement(s):
SYMBOLS HAZARD CLASSIFICATION SIGNAL WORD HAZARD STATEMENTS
Carcinogenicity - 2
Specific Target Organ Toxicity
(STOT) Repeat Exposure -1
Danger
Dust/fumes suspected of causing cancer via inhalation.
Inhalation of dust/fumes causes damage to respiratory tract
through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Dust/fumes may cause an allergic skin reaction.
Causes Eye Irritation
Skin Sensitization - 1
NA Eye Irritation - 2B
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT(S)
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Avoid breathing dust/fumes.
Use personal protective equipment as required.
If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
STORAGE DISPOSAL
Store locked up. Store away from strong oxidizers, acids and incompatible
materials. Dust and/or powders may form explosive mixtures with air or
fluids. Store in accordance with federal/ provincial/state or local regulations.
Metal scrap should be recycled whenever possible
Dispose of in accordance with federal, state and other regulations
Medical Conditions Aggravated By Exposure: If excessive concentrations of dust or welding fume are inhaled, individuals with impaired pulmonary function,
disease, respiratory condition, etc. may incur further damage. Individuals who may have an allergy or sensitivity to metals may encounter skin rash or dermatitis. If
prior damage or disease to neurological, circulatory, hematologic or renal systems has occurred, proper screening/examinations should be conducted on exposed
individuals.
Hazards not otherwise classified: None Known, No data available
Unknown acute toxicity statement (mixture): None Known, No data available
BAL = Balance Min = minimum Max = maximum x/x = minimum to maximum
All commercial metals may contain trace amounts of various elements (less than 0.1%) in addition to those specified. These small quantities frequently originate in the raw material used.
SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
STANDARD CARBON STEELS
ALLOY UNS No. CONSTITUENT(S) % Maximum unless otherwise shown.
AISI-SAE C Mn Fe P Other Other
1006 G10060 0.08 0.25/0.40 BAL P 0.04
1008 G10080 0.10 0.30/0.50 BAL P 0.05
1010 G10100 0.08/0.13 0.30/0.60 BAL P 0.04
1040 G10400 0.36/.44 0.60/0.90 BAL P 0.04
1050 G10500 0.4/0.55 0.60/0.90 BAL
1065 G10650 0.60/0.70 0.60/0.90 BAL
1070 G10700 0.65/0.75 0.60/0.90 BAL
1074 G10740 0.70/0.80 0.50/0.80 BAL
1075 61 0750 0.70/0.80 0.40/0.70 BAL
1095 G10950 0.90/1.03 0.30/0.50 BAL
CAS Number 7440-44-0 7439-96-5 7439-89-6 7723-14-0
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of necessary measures:
Inhalation: As sold/shipped material is in solid form, not a likely form of exposure. However, during processing (welding, grinding, burning,
etc.), if inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If exposed, concerned, experiencing respiratory symptoms,
or feel unwell: Get medical advice/attention or call a poison center or doctor/physician.
Eye Contact: As sold/shipped material is in solid form, not a likely form of exposure. However, during processing (welding, grinding, burning,
etc.), if in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Do not allow victim to rub or
keep eyes tightly shut. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists, get medical advice/ attention.
Skin Contact: If on skin: Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash with plenty of water. If irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice, attention.
Skin cuts and abrasions can be treated by standard first aid or medical treatment. Quickly remove dust contaminated clothing but do not
shake clothing.
Ingestion: As sold/shipped material is in solid form, not a likely form of exposure. However, during processing (welding, grinding, burning,
etc.), if swallowed: Call a poison center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If exposed, concerned or feel unwell: Get medical
advice/attention.
Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed (chronic):
Symptoms: May cause allergic skin reaction. May cause acute gastrointestinal effects if swallowed.
Note to Physicians: Treat symptomatically
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT (WITH TEST METHOD) None
FLAMMABLE (EXPLOSIVE) LIMITS V/V% LEL: None UEL: None
Suitable (and unsuitable) Extinguishing Media: Not Applicable for solid carbon steel as sold/shipped. Use extinguishers appropriate for
surrounding materials.
Specific Hazards arising from the chemical: Not Applicable for solid carbon steel as sold/shipped. When burned, toxic smoke, fume and
vapor may be emitted.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters: Self-contained NIOSH approved respiratory protection and full
protective clothing should be worn when fumes and/or smoke from fire are present. Heat and flames cause emittance of acrid smoke and
fumes. Do not release runoff from fire control methods to sewers or waterways. Firefighters should wear full face-piece self-contained
breathing apparatus and chemical protective clothing with thermal protection. Direct water stream will scatter and spread flames and,
therefore, should not be used.
6. ACCIDENTAL MATERIAL RELEASE OR SPILL CONTROL MEASURES
Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures: Not Applicable for solid carbon steel as sold/shipped. For
spills involving finely divided particles, clean-up personnel should be protected against contact with eyes and skin. If material is in a dry state,
avoid inhalation of dust.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up: Not Applicable for solid carbon steel as sold/shipped. Collect material in
appropriate, labeled containers for recovery or disposal in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Follow applicable OSHA
regulations (29 CFR 1910.120) and all other pertinent state and federal requirements.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Precautions
Wear cut resistant gloves and clothing to avoid cuts. Metal in coiled form may be under tension and represent a source of potential
energy due to the tension induced by coiling; it may suddenly uncoil to try to lay flat in a long strip when banding is cut or other forces
are released. Measures should be taken to ensure that uncoiling will not occur. Machining of alloys may result in fine turnings, chips,
dust, or fumes. Small diameter materials may be combustible or flammable. Keep this material away from any source of ignition. Keep
fines and turnings completely dry or very wet (more than 25% water content by weight) for handling safety. Explosions can result from
ignition of powder or machining fines containing moisture. Fires and explosions can result from dispersing fines and dust in air,
especially if confined. Avoid these conditions. Avoid dust inhalation and eye or skin contact. Wear personal protective equipment to
prevent contact with skin and eyes (Section 8). Practice good personal hygiene after handling, especially before eating, drinking,
smoking, or applying cosmetics.
Storage
Precautions
In solid form this material poses no special problems. Avoid breathing dust or fume. If the use of this material produces dust or fume,
use appropriate ventilation controls, personal protective equipment or both.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Ventilation Local exhaust ventilation should be used to control exposure to airborne dust and fume emissions near the source (during
crushing, grinding, welding, etc.). Assure exposure is less than regulatory limits.
Respiratory Protection None required as shipped, if processing emits welding fumes, airborne dusts or other hazards use NIOSH
approved respirator as specified by an industrial hygienist or safety professional. Obtain medical approval for users of respirators. Use a
welding fume respirator or air supplied respirator where local exhaust or ventilation does not keep exposure below overexposure limits.
Eye Protection Wear safety glasses when risk of eye injury is present particularly during machining, grinding, welding, powder handling,
etc. Contact lenses should not be worn if working with metal dusts and powders.
Skin Protection Wear gloves as necessary to prevent metal cuts, skin abrasions and skin contact. Protective clothing such as arm, foot,
body protection etc., may be required during handling operations as appropriate for the exposure.
Recommended Monitoring Procedures No medical surveillance required while working with metal in massive form. If processing creates
dust, fume or other hazard, conduct industrial hygiene evaluation of processes. Follow requirements for medical surveillance of product
constituents, compounds and fume if welding fume, dust or other hazards are created by customer processing or handling.
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Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs): This product in the physical form it is sold does not present an inhalation hazard. However,
operations including, but not limited to, cutting, welding, and grinding may produce fumes and/or particulates. The following exposure limits
are for the constituents of the materials under these and similar processes.
Constituents OSHA PEL 1 ACGIH TLV 2
OSHA ACGIH Particulate:
No Limit Established
15 mg/m3, total dust (PNOR)
5.0 mg/m3, respirable fraction (PNOR)
10 mg/m3 (as inhalable fraction, PNOS)
3.0 mg/m3 (as respirable fraction, PNOS)
Carbon (C) N/A N/A
Iron (Fe) 10 mg/m³ (as iron oxide fume) 5.0 mg/m³ (as iron oxide dust and fume)
Manganese (Mn) “C” 5.0 mg/m³ (as Fume & Mn compounds) 0.02 mg/m³ (as respirable fraction), 0.1 mg/m3 (as inhalable fraction)
Phosphorus elemental (P) 0.1 mg/m3 0.02 ppm (0.1mg/m3)
NE - None Established, if none established, see “Particulate Where No Limit Has Been Established” in first row or specific compounds created by welding, etc.
Notes:
1. OSHA PELs (Permissible Exposure Limits) are 8-hour TWA (time-weighted average) concentrations unless otherwise noted. A (“C”) designation denotes a Ceiling Limit, which should not be exceeded during any part of the
workday unless otherwise noted. A Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL) is a 15-minute exposure, which should not be exceeded.
2. Threshold Limit Values (TLV) established by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) are 8-hour TWA concentrations unless otherwise noted. ACGIH TLVs are for guideline purposes only
and as such are not legal, regulatory limits for compliance purposes.
3. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Recommended Exposure Limits (NIOSH-REL): Compendium of Policy and Statements. NIOSH, Cincinnati, OH (1992). NIOSH is the federal agency designated to
conduct research relative to occupational safety and health. As is the case with ACGIH TLVs, NIOSH RELs are for guideline purposes only and as such are not legal, regulatory limits for compliance purposes.
4. Inhalable fraction. The concentration of inhalable particulate is to be determined from the fraction passing a size-selector per OSHA, ACGIH and other regulatory agencies.
5. PNOR (Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). All inert or nuisance dusts not listed specifically by substance name are covered by the PNOR limit which is the same as the inert or nuisance dust limit.
6. Respirable fraction - The concentration of respirable dust for the application of this limit is to be determined from the fraction passing a size-selector with the characteristics defined in the ACGIH 2014 TLVs® and BEIs®
Appendix D, paragraph C
7. PNOS (Particles Not Otherwise Specified). Particles not specified are covered by the PNOS limit.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL STATE: Solid APPEARANCE AND COLOR: Metallic Gray Color
ODOR: Odorless ODOR THRESHOLD: Not Available
pH: Not Available EVAPORATION RATE: Not Available
BOILING Range: Not Available INITIAL BOILING POINT: Not Available
MELTING POINT: 1000F - 3200F VAPOR PRESSURE (mmHg): Not Available
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O=1): 7.5 - 8.0 VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1): Not Available
EVAPORATION RATE: Not Available % VOLATILES BY VOLUME: None
FLASH POINT: None FLAMMABLE LIMITS V/V% LEL: None UEL: None
RELATIVE DENSITY: Not Available PARTIAL COEFFICIENT: N-OCTANOL/ WATER: Not Available
SOLUBILITY IN WATER = None AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not Available
VISCOSITY: Not Available DECOMPOSITION TEMPERATURE: Not Available
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
REACTIVITY Hazardous reactions should not occur under normal conditions.
STABILITY/ CHEMICAL STABILITY These alloys are stable materials under normal handling and storage conditions.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID Avoid strong acids or bases. Avoid creating or spreading dust. Sparks, heat, open flame
and other sources of ignition.
INCOMPATIBILE MATERIALS Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers. Alkalis. Metal oxides. Water, humidity.
Corrosive substances in contact with metals may produce flammable hydrogen gas.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION
PRODUCTS
Solid metal will not decompose without combustion and/or chemical reaction. Elemental
metals, metal oxides, metal compounds including chromium compounds, acids.
POSSIBILITY OF HAZARDOUS REACTIONS Should not occur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on Toxicological Effects - Product
LD50 and LC50 Data: Not available
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified
Aspiration Hazard: Not classified
Carcinogenicity: Not classified.
Reproductive Toxicity: Not classified.
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified
Teratogenicity: Not classified
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Not classified
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not classified.
Symptoms/injuries after ingestion: Ingestion is
likely to be harmful or have adverse effects.
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated
Exposure): Not classified.
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): Not classified
Symptoms/injuries after inhalation: Inhalation of dusts/fumes can cause metal fume fever.
Symptoms include metallic or sweet taste in the mouth, sweating, headache, throat irritation,
fever, chills, thirstiness, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, weakness, fatigue, and shortness
of breath. Dust may cause irritation to, nose, throat and lungs.
Symptoms/Injuries After Skin Contact: May cause an allergic skin reaction. Dust from
physical alteration of this product causes skin irritation. Causes severe skin burns. Contact
with fumes or metal powder will irritate skin. Contact with hot, molten metal will cause
thermal burns. Dust may cause irritation in skin folds or by contact in combination with tight
clothing. Danger from flying particles or slag is possible.
Symptoms/injuries after eye contact: dust may cause mechanical eye & other irritation.
Chronic Symptoms: In massive form, no hazard exists. If physically altered to present slivers,
dusts, fumes, etc.: Inhalation of iron oxide fumes undergoing decomposition may cause
irritation and flu-like symptoms. Manganese: Chronic exposure can cause inflammation and
scarring of the lungs.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
In solid form these alloys pose no special environmental problems. Metal powders or dusts may have an impact on air, land and water quality. Airborne emissions,
spills, and releases to the environment (discharge to streams, sewer systems, surface soil, etc.) should be controlled immediately.
Manganese undergoes complex geochemical cycling, and can accumulate in the top layer of sediment in lakes. In water, molybdenum will precipitate out with
natural calcium. Soil levels should not exceed 50 ppm to avoid problems with livestock.
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Whenever possible, recover alloys for reuse or recycling. Solid metal is not a hazardous waste per U.S. E.P.A. If material has been processed, analyze and
dispose of waste material in accordance with local, state, or federal regulations. For specific labeling, packing, storage, transportation, and disposal procedures,
contact an Environmental Engineer or consultant familiar with waste disposal regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
As sold, these solid alloys are not regulated by the U.S. Department of Transportation or the International Air Transport Association. Note: metals
transported in coiled form may be under tension and represent a source of potential energy due to the tension induced by coiling; it may uncoil to try to lay
flat when banding is cut or other forces are released; measures should be taken to ensure that uncoiling will not occur.
The following information should be used by individuals with “Function-specific Training” required by U.S. Department of Transportation 49 CFR 172.704,
and Dangerous Goods Regulations published by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
SHIPPING NAME Not Available for solid alloys. If alloy dust or powder is created, it may be a flammable solid or spontaneously
combustible material (DOT hazard class 4.1 and 4.2, respectively). A sample of metal powder should be tested
according to the U.N. manual of tests and criteria. See 49 CFR 173.124 (a) and (b).
IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
Not Available (Determine by test results)
HAZARD CLASS Not Available (Determine by test results)
LABEL(S) REQUIRED Not Available (Determine by test results)
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION The regulatory data in Section 15 is not intended to be all-inclusive, only selected regulations are represented.
SPECIFIC U.S. EPA REGULATIONS: Toxic Substance Control Act: Components of this material (see section 3) are listed in the TSCA inventory.
CERCLA: Components of this material (section 3) are listed as Hazardous Substances
EPA Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act (SARA) of 1986 Section 311/312(SARA Title III): Components of this material (section 3) are listed in SARA
Title III, Section 311/312
EPA, SARA Section 313: Components of this material (see section 3) are listed in EPCRA section 313 and subject to annual Toxic Release Inventory reporting
by certain industrial facilities. To determine whether you are subject to the reporting requirements of EPCRA section 313, see the TRI Home Page
at https://www.epa.gov/tri. If you repackage or redistribute this product to industrial customers, a notice should be sent to them, however there are exemptions.
SARA Title III Hazard Categorization: Dust and fume are categorized as an immediate (acute) health hazard and a delayed (chronic) health hazard as defined
by 40 CFR 370. Product is not categorized as a fire hazard, reactivity hazard or pressure release hazard.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Revision Date: March 30, 2019
This information is designed only as guidance for safe handling, use, storage, transportation, and disposal and is not to be considered a
warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used
in combination with any other materials or in any process. Information contained herein is believed to be true and accurate at the date of its
publication, but all statements or suggestions are made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding accuracy of the information, the
hazards connected with the use of the material, or the results to be obtained from the use thereof. Compliance with all applicable Federal,
State, and local laws and regulations remain the responsibility of the user.
Trademarks: Several materials described in these Safety Data Sheets are proprietary alloys produced under license from various manufacturers. They are
identified by the following subscript numbers:
1Registered Trademark of AK Steel Corporation
2Registered Trademark of Carpenter Technology Corporation
3Registered Trademark of Special Metals Corporation
4Registered Trademark of ATI Allegheny Companies
5Registered Trademark of Haynes International, Inc.
6Registered Trademark of United Technologies Corporation
Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.
153 Washington Avenue, P.O. Box 294, North Haven, CT, 06473-1191
Phone Number (203) 239-4481 • (800) 243-1676
E-Mail: information@ulbrich.com
Ulbrich Specialty Strip Mill
1 Dudley Avenue, P.O. Box 610, Wallingford, CT 06492
203-439-4758, 866-725-8609
E-mail: information@ulbrich.com
Ulbrich of Illinois, Inc.
12340 South Laramie Avenue, Alsip, IL 60802
(708) 489-9500, (800)323-7035
E-mail: Illinois@ulbrich.com
Ulbrich of New England
153 Washington Avenue,
North Haven, CT 06473
(203) 239-4481, (800) 243-1676
Ulbrich Shaped Wire, Inc.
55 Defco Park Rd, North Haven, CT 06473
Phone: 203-439-4758
Phone: 866-725-8609
E-mail: ShapedWire@ulbrich.com
www.ulbrich.com
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Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) 004
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifier: Copper, Brass and Phosphor Bronze Alloys, designated as follows: ETP Copper and OFHC Copper (UNS
C11000 and UNS C10200); Brass (UNS C21000, C22000, C22600, C23000 C24000 C26000 C27200); Phosphor Bronze (UNS
C50500, C50700, C51000, C51100, C51900, C52100 and C52400)
Intended Use of the Product: Metal products, various uses
Supplier’s Details: Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc.
153 Washington Avenue, P.O. Box 294,
North Haven, CT USA, 06473-1191
Phone Number (203) 239-4481 • (800) 243-1676
FAX: (203) 239-7479 • E-Mail: information@ulbrich.com
Emergency Telephone Number (203) 239-4481; Chemtrec 800-424-9300
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification (GHS-US): As shipped, uncoated alloys are articles that do not present a hazard to human health by inhalation or
ingestion. However, cutting, grinding, welding, etc. may produce dust, particulate or fume that presents health hazards related
to constituents detailed in section 3.
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) - Category 1
Eye Damage/Irritation - Category 2B
Respiratory Sensitizer - Category 1
Skin Sensitizer - Category 1
Germ Cell Mutagenicity - Category 2
Carcinogenicity - Category 1B
Toxic to Reproduction - Category 1A
Label Elements:
Emergency Overview
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard statements:
May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Suspected of causing genetic defects.
May cause cancer.
May damage fertility or the unborn child.
Causes damage to respiratory system through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Harmful if swallowed
Causes eye irritation.
Appearance Various massive product Physical state Solid Odor Odorless
Precautionary Statements - Prevention
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face
protection.
Do not breathe dust/fume.
In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the
workplace.
Obtain special instructions before use
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and
understood
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Avoid release to the environment
Take off and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Precautionary Statements - Response
In case of fire: Use Class D agent to extinguish.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue
rinsing. If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention.
IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and
keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If experiencing
respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center/doctor.
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation
or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated
clothing before reuse.
If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
STORAGE DISPOSAL
Store locked up. Store away from acids and incompatible materials.
Store in accordance with federal/state or other regulations.
Dust and/or powders may form explosive mixtures with air or fluids.
Metal scrap should be recycled whenever possible
Dispose of in accordance with applicable federal, state and other
regulations
Hazards not otherwise classified: None Known, No data available
Unknown acute toxicity statement (mixture): None Known, No data available
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>Greater Than < Less Than x-x = minimum to maximum
All commercial metals may contain trace amounts of various elements (less than 0.1%) in addition to those specified. These small quantities frequently originate in the raw material used.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact: Immediately flush out fume and dust particles with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally
lifting the upper and lower eyelids. If eye irritation develops, call a physician at once.
Skin Contact: If exposed to dust or fumes, wash skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes and launder
before reuse. If skin irritation or rash develops and persists or recurs, get medical advice/attention.
Inhalation: If symptoms of lung irritation occur (coughing, wheezing or breathing difficulty), remove from exposure area to fresh
air immediately. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep affected person warm and at rest. Get
medical advice/attention.
Ingestion: Not a likely route of exposure for finished metal alloy. If dust is ingested, immediately drink water to dilute. Consult
a physician if symptoms develop.
Description of necessary measures:
Inhalation: As sold/shipped material is in solid form, not a likely form of exposure. However, during processing (welding, grinding, burning,
etc.), if inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If exposed, concerned, experiencing respiratory symptoms,
or feel unwell: Get medical advice/attention or call a poison center or doctor/physician.
Eye Contact: As sold/shipped material is in solid form, not a likely form of exposure. However, during processing (welding, grinding, burning,
etc.), if in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Do not allow victim to rub or
keep eyes tightly shut. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists, get medical advice/ attention.
Skin Contact: If on skin: Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash with plenty of water. If irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
Skin cuts and abrasions can be treated by standard first aid or medical treatment. Quickly remove dust contaminated clothing but do not
shake clothing.
Ingestion: As sold/shipped material is in solid form, not a likely form of exposure. However, during processing (welding, grinding, burning,
etc.), if swallowed: Call a poison center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If exposed, concerned or feel unwell: Get medical
advice/attention.
Note to Physicians: There is no specific antidote to the active ingredients in this product; use symptomatic treatment. Refer to Section 11-
TOXICOLOGY INFORMATION.
Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment: None Known
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT (WITH TEST METHOD) None
FLAMMABLE (EXPLOSIVE) LIMITS V/V% LEL: None UEL: None
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Not flammable in the form of this product as distributed. Flammable as finely divided pieces resulting from processing of
this product. Type D fire extinguisher. Carbon dioxide is not effective in extinguishing burning metals.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
PROCEDURES
Do not spray water on burning metal as an explosion may occur. To extinguish a metal fire, smother with dry sand, salt
(NaCl) or other class “D” fire extinguishing powder.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND
EXPLOSION HAZARDS
No unusual fire or explosion hazards from solid alloys in massive form. Dust, chips, thin strips, etc. created by grinding
or processing can ignite if a substantial number of small particles are dispersed or adequate ignition source is present.
The hazard increases with finer particles. An explosion may follow a fire initiated in a mass of wet metal fines. The
explosive characteristics of such material is caused by the steam and hydrogen generated within the burning mass.
Metals may react exothermically with acids and oxidizers. Do not spray water on burning metal as a violent explosion
may result. In molten state: reacts violently with water (moisture).
HAZARDOUS
COMBUSTION
PRODUCTS
Various metal oxides are hazardous. Also, may cause metal fume fever.
INCOMPATIBILITY
(MATERIALS TO AVOID)
Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers. Alkalis. Metal oxides. Water, humidity. Corrosive substances in contact
with metals may produce flammable hydrogen gas.
SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
ALLOY UNS No. CONSTITUTENT(S) % Nominal unless otherwise shown.
Cu Sn Zn Pb P
Phosphor Bronze 505 C50500 98.75 1.25 <0.3 0.0-0.05 <0.35
Phosphor Bronze 507
C50700 98 2 <0.3 0.0-0.05 <0.35
Phosphor Bronze 510 C51000 95 5 <0.3 0.0-0.05 <0.35
Phosphor Bronze 511 C51100 96 4 <0.3 0.0-0.05 <0.35
Phosphor Bronze 519 C51900 94 6 <0.2 0.0-0.05 <0.15
Phosphor Bronze 521 C52100 92 8 <0.2 0.0-0.05 <0.35
Phosphor Bronze 524 C52400 90 10 <0.2 0.0-0.05 <0.35
ETP Copper
C11000 >99.9
Oxygen Free Copper
C10200 >99.9
Brass 210 C21000 95 4-6 0.0-0.05
Brass 220 C22000 90 9-11 0.0-0.05
Brass 226 C22600 88 11-14 0.0-0.05
Brass 230 C23000 85 14-16 0.0-0.05
Brass 240 C24000 80 18.5-21.5 0.0-0.05
Brass 260 C26000 70 30 0.04-0.07
Brass 272 C27200 63 37 0.05-0.08
CAS Number 7440-50-8 7440-31-5 7440-66-6 7439-92-1 7723-14-0
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6. ACCIDENTAL MATERIAL RELEASE OR SPILL CONTROL MEASURES
In solid form this material poses no special clean-up problems. If this material is in powder or dust form, do not dry sweep. Clean-up should be
conducted with a grounded vacuum system utilizing high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filtration. Caution should be taken to minimize airborne
generation of powder or dust and avoid contamination of air, land and water. Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. Cleanup personnel should
protect against dust inhalation and skin or eye contact, follow handling precautions below, and use non-sparking tools. Properly label all materials
collected in waste container. Follow applicable OSHA regulations (29 CFR), EPA regulations (40 CFR)), Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials
Information System (WHMIS) Regulations, and other regulatory requirements.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING
PRECAUTIONS
Wear cut resistant gloves and clothing to avoid cuts. Metal in coiled form may be under tension and represent a source of
potential energy due to the tension induced by coiling; it may suddenly uncoil to try to lay flat in a long strip when banding is cut
or other forces are released. Measures should be taken to ensure that uncoiling will not occur. Machining of alloys may result
in fine turnings, chips, dust, or fumes. Small diameter materials may be combustible or flammable. Keep this material away
from any source of ignition.
Explosions can result from ignition of powder or machining fines containing moisture. Fires and explosions can result from
dispersing fines and dust in air, especially if confined. Avoid these conditions. Avoid dust inhalation and eye or skin contact.
Wear personal protective equipment to prevent contact with skin and eyes (Section 8). Practice good personal hygiene after
handling, especially before eating, drinking, smoking, or applying cosmetics.
STORAGE
PRECAUTIONS
In solid form this material poses no special problems. Avoid breathing dust or fume. If the use of this material produces dust or
fume, use appropriate ventilation controls, personal protective equipment or both.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
VENTILATION Local exhaust ventilation should be used to control exposure to airborne dust and fume emissions near the source (during
crushing, grinding, welding, etc.). Assure exposure is less than regulatory limits.
RESPIRATORY
PROTECTION
None required as shipped, if processing emits welding fumes, airborne dusts or similar hazards use NIOSH approved respirator
as specified by an industrial hygienist/safety professional. Obtain medical approval for respirator users. Use a welding or air
supplied respirator where local exhaust or ventilation does not keep exposure below overexposure limits.
EYE
PROTECTION
Wear safety glasses when risk of eye injury is present particularly during machining, grinding, welding, powder handling, etc.
Contact lenses should not be worn if working with metal dusts and powders.
SKIN
PROTECTION
Wear gloves as necessary to prevent metal cuts, skin abrasions and skin contact. Protective clothing such as arm, foot, body
protection etc., may be required during handling operations as appropriate for the exposure.
RECOMMENDED
MONITORING
PROCEDURES
No medical surveillance required while working with metal in massive form. If processing creates dust, fume or other hazard,
conduct industrial hygiene evaluation of processes. Follow requirements for medical surveillance of product constituents,
compounds and fume if welding fume, dust or other hazards are created by customer processing or handling.
Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs): This product in the physical form it is sold does not present an inhalation hazard. However, operations
including, but not limited to, cutting, welding, and grinding may produce fumes and/or particulates. The following exposure limits are for the
constituents of the materials under these and similar processes.
Constituents OSHA PEL 1 ACGIH TLV 2
OSHA ACGIH Particulate:
No Limit Established
15 mg/m3, total dust (PNOR)
5 mg/m3, respirable fraction (PNOR)
10 mg/m3 (as inhalable fraction, PNOS)
3.0 mg/m3 (as respirable fraction, PNOS)
Copper (Cu) 0.1 mg/m³ (as fume, Cu)
1.0 mg/m³ (as dusts & mists, Cu)
0.2 mg/m³ (as fume)
1.0 mg/m³ (as dusts & mists, Cu)
Lead (Pb) 50 µg/m3 TWA (as Pb)
30 µg/m3 Action Level (as Pb)
0.05 mg/m3
Phosphorus elemental (P) 0.1 mg/m3 0.02 ppm (0.1mg/m3)
Tin, inorganic compounds(Sn) 2 mg/m3 2 mg/m3
Zinc (Zn) 5 mg/m3 2 mg/m3
NE - None Established, if none established, see “Particulate Where No Limit Has Been Established” in first row or specific compounds created by welding, etc.
Notes:
1. OSHA PELs (Permissible Exposure Limits) are 8-hour TWA (time-weighted average) concentrations unless otherwise noted. A (“C”) designation denotes a Ceiling Limit, which should not be exceeded during any part of the
workday unless otherwise noted. A Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL) is a 15-minute exposure, which should not be exceeded.
2. Threshold Limit Values (TLV) established by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) are 8-hour TWA concentrations unless otherwise noted. ACGIH TLVs are for guideline purposes only
and as such are not legal, regulatory limits for compliance purposes.
3. Inhalable fraction. The concentration of inhalable particulate is to be determined from the fraction passing a size-selector per OSHA, ACGIH and other regulatory agencies.
4. PNOR (Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated). All inert or nuisance dusts not listed specifically by substance name are covered by the PNOR limit which is the same as the inert or nuisance dust limit.
5. Respirable fraction - The concentration of respirable dust for the application of this limit is to be determined from the fraction passing a size-selector with the characteristics defined in the ACGIH TLVs® and BEIs®.
6. PNOS (Particles Not Otherwise Specified). Particles not specified are covered by the PNOS limit.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL STATE: Solid APPEARANCE AND COLOR: Reddish/Brown Metal Color
ODOR: No Odor ODOR THRESHOLD: Not Available
pH: Not Available EVAPORATION RATE: Not Available
BOILING Range: Not Available INITIAL BOILING POINT: Not Available
MELTING POINT: 800F - 2000F VAPOR PRESSURE (mmHg): Not Available
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O=1): 8.0 - 9.0 VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1): Not Available
EVAPORATION RATE: Not Available % VOLATILES BY VOLUME: None
FLASH POINT: None FLAMMABLE LIMITS V/V% LEL: None UEL: None
RELATIVE DENSITY: Not Available PARTIAL COEFFICIENT: N-OCTANOL/ WATER: Not Available
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES (CONTINUED)
SOLUBILITY IN WATER = None AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not Available
VISCOSITY: Not Available DECOMPOSITION TEMPERATURE: Not Available
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
REACTIVITY Hazardous reactions should not occur under normal conditions.
STABILITY/ CHEMICAL STABILITY These alloys are stable materials under normal handling and storage conditions.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID Avoid strong acids or bases. Avoid creating or spreading dust. Sparks, heat, open flame and
other sources of ignition.
INCOMPATIBILE MATERIALS The corrosion-resistant alloys were designed for use in, and possess outstanding resistance to,
mineral acids. To a lesser extent, the high temperature alloys also withstand these acids. Be
aware, however, that if corrosion does occur, hydrogen might be evolved, causing a potentially
explosive environment in confined, closed systems.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION
PRODUCTS
Solid metal will not decompose without combustion and/or chemical reaction. Various
elemental metals, metal oxides, metal compounds including chromium compounds, acids.
POSSIBILITY OF HAZARDOUS
REACTIONS
Should not occur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
POTENTIAL EXPOSURE ROUTES: For dust: ingestion, inhalation, and eye contact. For fume: inhalation and eye contact. The finished
alloy metal is not hazardous.
For Product: The toxicological properties of this product have
not been thoroughly investigated.
For Components, Dusts or Fumes
Copper Lead Zinc
Oral LD 50 Believed to be moderately toxic 3.5 mg/kg (mouse, intraperitoneal) No data No data
Dermal LD 50 Believed to be > 2 g/kg 375 mg/kg (rabbit, subcutaneous) No data No data
Inhalation LC 50 Believed to be slightly to moderately toxic No data No data No data
Irritation Believed to be an eye and respiratory irritant Respiratory irritant Not irritating Eye irritant
SUBCHRONIC/ CHRONIC TOXICITY: No information for product. Lead has caused blood, kidney and nervous system damage in laboratory animals.
CARCINOGENICITY: This product is not known or reported to be carcinogenic. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) lists lead as
possibly carcinogenic to humans, group 2B.
MUTAGENICITY: This product is not known or reported to be mutagenic. Lead has been shown to be mutagenic in several in vitro assays.
REPRODUCTIVE, TERATOGENICITY, OR DEVELOPMENTAL EFFECTS: This product is not known or reported to cause reproductive or develop-mental
effects. Lead has been shown to affect fetal development including birth defects and reduce male reproductive function in laboratory animals.
NEUROLOGICAL EFFECTS: This product is not known or reported to cause neurological effects. Lead has caused peripheral and central nervous system
damage and behavioral effects in laboratory animals.
NTERACTIONS WITH OTHER CHEMICALS WHICH ENHANCE TOXICITY: None known or reported.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
In solid form these alloys pose no special environmental problems. Metal powders or dusts may have significant impact on air, land and water quality. Airborne
emissions, spills, and releases to the environment (discharge to streams, sewer systems, surface soil, etc.) should be controlled immediately.
ECOTOXICITY: No data is available on this product. Individual constituents are as follows:
Copper: The toxicity of copper to aquatic organisms varies significantly not only with the species, but also with the physical and chemical characteristics of the
water, such as its temperature, hardness, turbidity and carbon dioxide content. Copper concentrations varying from 0.1 to 1.0 mg/l have been found by various
investigators to be not toxic for most fish. However, concentrations of 0.015 to 3.0 mg/l have been reported as toxic, particularly in soft water to many kinds of
fish, crustaceans, mollusks, insects, and plankton.
Lead: LC50 (48 hrs.) to bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus) is reported to be 2-5 mg/l. Lead is toxic to waterfowl.
MOBILITY: Dissolved lead may migrate through soil.
PERSISTANCE/DEGRADABILITY: Lead may persist and accumulate in the environment.
BIOACCUMULATION: No data
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Whenever possible, recover alloys for reuse or recycling. Solid metal is not a hazardous waste per U.S. E.P.A. If material has been processed, analyze and
dispose of waste material in accordance with local, state, or federal regulations. For specific labeling, packing, storage, transportation, and disposal procedures,
contact an Environmental Engineer or consultant familiar with waste disposal regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
As sold, these solid alloys are not regulated by the U.S. Department of Transportation and the International Air Transport Association. Note:
metals transported in coiled form may be under tension and represent a source of potential energy due to the tension induced by coiling; it
may uncoil to try to lay flat in a long strip when banding is cut or other forces are released; uncoiling can be sudden an d catastrophic and
measures should be taken to ensure that uncoiling will not occur.
The following information should be used by individuals with “Function-specific Training” required by U.S. Department of Transportation 49
CFR 172.704, and Dangerous Goods Regulations published by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
Shipping Name If alloy dust or powder is created, it may be a flammable solid or spontaneously combustible material (DOT hazard
class 4.1 and 4.2, respectively). A sample of metal powder should be tested according to the U.N. manual of tests
and criteria. See 49 CFR 173.124 (a) and (b).
Identification Number Not Available (Determine by test results)
Hazard Class Not Available (Determine by test results)
Label(S) Required Not Available (Determine by test results)
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION The regulatory data in Section 15 is not intended to be all-inclusive, only selected regulations are represented.
SPECIFIC U.S. EPA REGULATIONS: Toxic Substance Control Act: Components of this material (see section 3) are listed in the TSCA inventory.
CERCLA: Components of this material (section 3) are listed as Hazardous Substances
EPA Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act (SARA) of 1986 Section 311/312(SARA Title III): Components of this material (section 3) are listed in SARA
Title III, Section 311/312
EPA, SARA Section 313: Components of this material (see section 3) are listed in EPCRA section 313 and subject to annual Toxic Release Inventory reporting
by certain industrial facilities. To determine whether you are subject to the reporting requirements of EPCRA section 313, see the TRI Home Page
at https://www.epa.gov/tri. If you repackage or redistribute this product to industrial customers, a notice should be sent to them, however there are exemptions.
SARA Title III Hazard Categorization: Dust and fume are categorized as an immediate (acute) health hazard and a delayed (chronic) health hazard as defined
by 40 CFR 370. Product is not categorized as a fire hazard, reactivity hazard or pressure release hazard.
Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Section 3
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Revision Date: March 30, 2019
This information is designed only as guidance for safe handling, use, storage, transportation, and disposal and is not to be considered a warranty or quality
specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other
materials or in any process. Information contained herein is believed to be true and accurate at the date of its publication, but all statements or suggestions are
made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding accuracy of the information, the hazards connected with the use of the material, or the results to be
obtained from the use thereof. Compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations remain the responsibility of the user.
WEEE/ROHS/ END OF LIFE VEHICLES, AND THE JAPANESE GREEN PROCUREMENT INITIATIVE: Uncoated stainless and specialty steels are
generally in conformance with the requirements of the European Union's legislation on waste electrical and electronic equipment ("WEEE"; Directive
2002/53/EC) and its companion directive on the restriction on hazardous substances used in EEE ("RoHS": Directive 2002/95/EC & 2003/11/EC), as well as
EU Directive 2000/53EC on End of Life Vehicles, and the Japanese Green Procurement Initiative.
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