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SAFETY DATA SHEET
Copper Beryllium Wrought Alloys
Section 1. Identification
GHS product identifier: Copper Beryllium Wrought Alloys
Other means of B200
Identification: 10(C17500), 10Zr (C17500), 14 (C17510), 25 (C17200), 165 (C17000),
717(C71700)
Supplier/Manufacturer: NGK Metals Corporation
917 US Highway 11S
Sweetwater, TN 37874
Tel: 423.337.5500
Toll Free: 800.523.8268
Fax: 423.351.0390
Email: marketing @ngkmetals.com
www.ngkmetals.com
Emergency phone
Number: NGK Metals (800)523-8268, Chemtrec USA (800)424-9300 International
+1 (703)527-3887 CCN15616 24/7
Section 2. Hazard Identification
OSHA/HCS status : This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard
Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Classification of the
substance or mixture: ACUTE TOXICITY (inhalation) - Category 4
RESPIRATORY SENSITIZATION - Category 1
SKIN SENSITIZATION - Category 1
CARCINOGENICITY - Category 1B
SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE) -
Category 1
GHS label elements
Hazard pictograms
Signal word : Danger
Hazard statements : H332 - Harmful if inhaled.
H334 - May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if
inhaled.
H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H350 - May cause cancer.
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H372 – May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated
exposure.
Precautionary statements
Prevention : P201 - Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and
understood.
P281 - Use personal protective equipment as required.
P280 - Wear protective gloves.
P285 - In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P260 - Do not breathe dust.
P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P264 - Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the
workplace.
Response : P391 - Collect spillage.
P314 - Get medical attention if you feel unwell.
P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention.
P304 + P340 + P312 - IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep
at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER
or physician if you feel unwell.
P342 + P311 - If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON
CENTER or physician.
P302 + P352 + P363 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P333 + P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical attention.
Storage : P405 - Store locked up.
Disposal : P501 - Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local,
regional, national and international regulations.
Hazards not otherwise : None known.
classified (HNOC)
Section 3. Composition/information on ingredients
Substance/mixture: Mixture
Other means of Copper Beryllium Alloy
Identification:
CAS number/other identifiers
CAS number: Not applicable
Product code: Not applicable
Ingredient name % CAS number
Copper
Nickel
Cobalt
Beryllium
Zirconium
66-98.1
0 – 30
0 – 2.5
0.3 – 2.0
0 – 0.3
7440-50-8
7440-02-0
7440-48-4
7440-41-7
7440-67-7
Section 4. First aid measures
Eye contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and
lower eyelids. Check for and remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at
least 20 minutes. Get medical attention.
Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for
breathing. If it is suspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear
an appropriate mask or self-contained breathing apparatus. If not breathing, if
breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or
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oxygen by trained personnel. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to
give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Get medical attention. If necessary, call a
poison center or physician. If unconscious, place in recovery position and get
medical attention immediately. Maintain an open airway.
Skin contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with
water before removing it, or wear gloves. Continue to rinse for at least 20
minutes. Get medical attention for persistent irritation. In the event of any
complaints or symptoms, avoid further exposure. Wash clothing before reuse.
Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse.
Ingestion: Wash out mouth with water. Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a
position comfortable for breathing. If material has been swallowed and the
exposed person is conscious, give small quantities of water to drink. Stop if the
exposed person feels sick as vomiting may be dangerous. Do not induce
vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. If vomiting occurs, the
head should be kept low so that vomit does not enter the lungs. Get medical
attention. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
Potential acute health effects
Eye contact: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Inhalation : Harmful if inhaled. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing
difficulties if inhaled.
Skin contact : May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Ingestion : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Eye contact : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Over-exposure signs/symptoms
Eye contact : No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Inhalation: Adverse symptoms may include the following: wheezing and breathing difficulties
asthma.
Skin contact: Adverse symptoms may include the following: irritation redness
Ingestion: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
Notes to physician: Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large
quantities have been ingested or inhaled.
Airborne particles of beryllium alloys can, if inhaled to excess, cause irreversible
lung damage in people who are sensitive to beryllium. Prevention of this adverse
health effect (called berylliosis or, more precisely, chronic beryllium disease) lies
in maintaining good air quality.
Chronic beryllium disease is a condition that primarily affects the tissue of the
lungs restricting the exchange of oxygen between the lungs and the bloodstream.
The disease may manifest itself in various ways; nonproductive cough, fatigue
after slight exertion, and chest x-ray changes are typical. It may appear after a
long period of latency, an interval sometimes lasting for years, between causative
exposure and the onset of illness. There is no cure yet known, but treatment with
steroid drugs has succeeded in adding to the comfort of patients and enabling
them to sustain a measure of activity.
Specific treatments: No specific treatment.
Protection of No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. If
first-aiders: it is suspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an
appropriate mask or self-contained breathing apparatus. It may be dangerous to
the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Section 5. Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media: Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire.
Unsuitable extinguishing None Known.
media:
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Specific hazards arising Not applicable.
from the chemical:
Hazardous thermal Decomposition products may include the following materials
decomposition metal oxide/oxides.
products:
Special protective No special measures are required.
actions for fire-fighters:
Special protective Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self
equipment for fire-fighters: contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in
positive pressure mode.
Section 6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
For non-emergency Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not
personnel: touch or walk through spilled material. Provide adequate ventilation.
Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Put on
appropriate personal protective equipment.
For emergency responders: If specialized clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of
any information in Section 8 on unsuitable materials. See also the
information “For non-emergency personnel”.
Environmental precautions: Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil,
waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the
product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or
air). Collect spillage.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Spill: Move containers from spill area. Approach release from upwind. Prevent
entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Avoid
dust generation. Do not dry sweep. Vacuum dust with equipment fitted
with a HEPA filter and place in a closed, labeled waste container.
Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Note: see Section 1
for emergency contact information and Section 13 for waste disposal.
Section 7. Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling
Protective measures: Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8).
Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle
until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not get in
eyes or on skin or clothing. Do not ingest. Avoid release to the
environment. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate
respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Keep in the original container
or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, kept tightly
closed when not in use. Empty containers retain product residue and can
be hazardous. Do not reuse container.
Advice on general Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this
occupational hygiene: material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands
and face before eating, drinking and smoking. See also Section 8 for
additional information on hygiene measures. Remove contaminated
clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas.
Conditions for safe Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container
storage including protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away
incompatibilities: from incompatible materials (see Section 10) and food and drink. Store
locked up. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use.
Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept
upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabeled containers.
Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination.
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Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Control parameters
Occupational exposure limits
Ingredient name Exposure limit
Copper ACGIH TLV (United States, 4/2014).
TWA: 1 mg/m³, (Cu) 8 hours. Form: Dusts and mists
TWA: 0.2 mg/m³ 8 hours. Form: Fume
OSHA PEL (United States, 2/2013).
TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hours. Form: Dusts and mists
TWA: 0.1 mg/m³ 8 hours. Form: Fume
NIOSH REL (United States, 10/2013).
TWA: 1 mg/m³, (Cu) 10 hours. Form: Dusts and mists
Nickel ACGIH TLV (United States, 4/2014).
TWA: 1.5 mg/m³ 8 hours. Form Inhalable fraction
NIOSH REL (United States, 10/2013).
TWA: 0.015 mg/m³, (Ni) 10 hours.
OSHA PEL (United States, 2/2013).
TWA: 1 mg/m³, (Ni) 8 hours.
Cobalt NIOSH REL (United States, 10/2013).
TWA: 0.05 mg/m³, (as Co) 10 hours. Form: Dust and fumes
ACGIH TLV (United States, 4/2014).
TWA: 0.02 mg/m³, (as Co) 8 hours. Form: Inorganic
OSHA PEL (United States, 2/2013).
TWA: 0.1 mg/m³, (as Co) 8 hours.
Beryllium ACGIH TLV (United States, 4/2014). Inhalation sensitizer.
TWA: 0.00005 mg/m³, (as Be) 8 hours. Form: Inhalable
fraction
OSHA PEL (United States, 5/2017).
STEL: 2 μg/m³ 15 minutes.
TWA: 0.2 μg/m³ 8 hours.
NIOSH REL (United States, 10/2013).
CEIL: 0.0005 mg/m³, (as Be)
Mexico
Ingredient name Exposure limit
Copper NOM-010-STPS (Mexico, 9/2000).
LMPE-PPT: 1 mg/m³, (as Cu) 8 hours. Form: powder and fog
LMPE-CT: 2 mg/m³, (as Cu) 15 minutes. Form: powder and
fog
LMPE-CT: 2 mg/m³, (as Cu) 15 minutes. Form: smoke
LMPE-PPT: 0.2 mg/m³, (as Cu) 8 hours. Form: smoke
Nickel NOM-010-STPS (Mexico, 9/2000).
LMPE-PPT: 1 mg/m³ 8 hours.
Cobalt NOM-010-STPS (Mexico, 9/2000).
LMPE-PPT: 0.1 mg/m³, (as Co) 8 hours. Form: powder and
smoke
Beryllium NOM-010-STPS (Mexico, 9/2000).
LMPE-PPT: 0.002 mg/m³, (as berilium) 8 hours.
Appropriate engineering Use only with adequate ventilation. Use process enclosures, local
controls: exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure
to airborne contaminants below any recommended or statutory limits.
Environmental exposure Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be
controls: checked to ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental
protection legislation.
Individual protection measures
Hygiene measures: Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical
products, before eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of
the working period. Appropriate techniques should be used to remove
potentially contaminated clothing. Contaminated work clothing should not
be allowed out of the workplace. Wash contaminated clothing before
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reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to
the workstation location.
Eye/face protection: Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used
when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to
liquid splashes, mists, gases or dusts. If contact is possible, the following
protection should be worn, unless the assessment indicates a higher
degree of protection: safety glasses with side-shields.
Skin protection
Hand protection: Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved
standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if
a risk assessment indicates this is necessary.
Body protection: Personal protective equipment for the body should be based on the task
being performed and the risks involved.
Other skin protection: Appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures should
be selected based on the task being performed.
Respiratory protection: Use NIOSH approved respiratory protection as specified by an Industrial
Hygienist or qualified safety professional when airborne exposures
exceed or have the potential to exceed occupational exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and chemical properties
Appearance
Physical state Solid
Color Copper
Odor None
Odor threshold Not applicable
pH Not applicable
Melting point 1590 – 2010 F
Boiling point Not applicable
Flash point Not applicable
Evaporation rate Not applicable
Flammability (solid, gas) Not applicable
Lower and upper explosive Not applicable
(flammable) limits
Vapor pressure Not applicable
Vapor density Not applicable
Relative density Not applicable
Solubility Not applicable
Partition coefficient: n- Not applicable
octanol/water
Auto-ignition temperature Not applicable
Decomposition temperature Not applicable
Viscosity Not applicable
Volatility Not applicable
VOC (w/w) 0 % (w/w)
Section 10. Stability and reactivity
Reactivity: No specific test data related to reactivity available for this product or its
ingredients.
Chemical stability: The product is stable.
Possibility of hazardous Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous reactions will not
reactions: occur.
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Conditions to avoid: No specific data.
Incompatible materials: Reactive or incompatible with the following materials: oxidizing materials,
acids and alkalis.
Hazardous decomposition Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition
Products: products should not be produced.
Section 11. Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity:
Irritation/Corrosion: There is no data available.
Sensitization: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if
inhaled. May cause allergic skin reaction.
Carcinogenicity
Classification:
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
Aspiration hazard: There is no data available.
Information on the likely Dermal contact, eye contact, inhalation
routes of exposure:
Potential acute health effects
Eye contact: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing
difficulties if inhaled.
Skin Contact: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Ingestion: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics
Eye contact: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Inhalation: Adverse symptoms may include the following: wheezing and breathing
difficulties, asthma.
Skin Contact: Adverse symptoms may include the following: irritation, redness
Ingestion: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
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Potential delayed effects: Symptoms may be delayed.
Potential chronic health effects
General: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Once sensitized, a severe allergic reaction may occur when
subsequently exposed. See section 4.
Carcinogenicity: May cause cancer. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of
exposure.
Mutagenicity: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Teratogenicity: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Developmental effects: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Fertility effects: No known significant effects or critical hazards
Numerical measures of toxicity
Acute toxicity estimates:
Section 12. Ecological information
Ecotoxicity: No ecotoxicity data noted for the ingredients in solid metal form .
Persistence and No data is available on the degradability of this product .
Degradability:
Bioaccumulative potential:l Not available.
Mobility in soil: Not available.
Other adverse effects: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Section 13. Disposal considerations
Disposal methods: The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever
possible. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should
comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste
disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements.
Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste
disposal contractor. Waste should not be disposed of untreated to the
sewer unless fully compliant with the requirements of all authorities with
jurisdiction. Waste packaging should be recycled. Incineration or landfill
should only be considered when recycling is not feasible. This material
and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Care should be
taken when handling empty containers that have not been cleaned or
rinsed out. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues.
Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil,
waterways, drains and sewers.
Section 14. Transportation information
DOT: Not regulated as dangerous goods.
IATA: Not regulated as dangerous goods.
IMDG: Not regulated as dangerous goods.
Special precautions for user: Transport within user’s premises: always transport in closed
containers that are upright and secure. Ensure that persons transporting
the product know what to do in the event of an accident or spillage.
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Section 15. Regulatory information
U.S. Federal regulations: United States inventory (TSCA 8b): All components are listed or
exempted.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: Copper; Nickel; Beryllium
Clean Air Act Section 112 Listed
(b) Hazardous Air
Pollutants (HAPs:)
Clean Air Act Section 602 Not listed
Class I Substances:
Clean Air Act Section 602 Not listed
Class II Substances:
DEA List I Chemicals Not listed
(Precursor Chemicals):
DEA List I Chemicals Not listed
(Precursor Chemicals):
SARA 302/304: Not listed
SARA 311/312
Composition/information on ingredients
Name % Fire
hazard
Sudden
release of
pressure
Reactive Immediate
(acute)
health
hazard
Delayed
(chronic)
health
hazard
Nickel
Cobalt
Beryllium
0 – 30
0 – 2.5
0.3 – 2.0
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
SARA 313
Product name CAS number %
Form R Reporting
requirements
Copper
Nickel
Cobalt
Beryllium
7440-50-8
7440-02-0
7440-48-4
7440-41-7
66-98.1
0 – 30
0 – 2.5
0.3 – 2.0
Supplier notification Copper
Nickel
Cobalt
Beryllium
7440-50-8
7440-02-0
7440-48-4
7440-41-7
66-98.1
0 – 30
0 – 2.5
0.3 – 2.0
State regulation
Massachusetts: The following components are listed: Copper; Nickel; Cobalt; Beryllium
New York : The following components are listed: Copper; Nickel; Beryllium
New Jersey : The following components are listed: Copper; Nickel; Cobalt; Beryllium
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Pennsylvania : The following components are listed: Copper; Nickel; Cobalt; Beryllium
California Prop. 65
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including
beryllium, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For
more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
International lists
National inventory
Australia All components are listed or exempted.
Canada All components are listed or exempted.
China All components are listed or exempted.
Europe All components are listed or exempted.
Japan Not determined.
Malaysia Not determined.
New Zealand All components are listed or exempted.
Philippines All components are listed or exempted
Republic of Korea All components are listed or exempted.
Taiwan Not determined.
Section 16. Other information
History
Date of issue 1/18/2019
Version 3
In 2017 OSHA issued a comprehensive occupational and health standard for beryllium. Refer to
29 CFR 1910.1024 Beryllium Standard for requirements under the Occupational Safety and Health
Act.
The information in this document is believed to be correct as of the date issued. HOWEVER, NO
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY USE, OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY IS
EXPRESSED OR IS TO BE IMPLIED REGARDING THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THIS
INFORMATION, THE RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED FROM USE OF THIS INFORMATION OR THE
PRODUCT, THE SAFETY OF THIS PRODUCT, OR THE HAZARDS RELATED TO ITS USE. This
information and the product are furnished on the condition that the person receiving them shall
make their own determination as to the suitability of the product for their particular purpose and
on the condition that they assume the risk of their use thereof.