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(1) These chemicals are subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and
Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372
(2) Limits as nuisance particulate
(3) These elements are contained in the material as part of its chemical structure; the material is not a mixture.
(4) The mercury and lead in this product are substances known to the state of California to cause reproductive toxicity if
ingested. [California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65).]
(5) This radioactive isotope is found in the glass encapsulated starting switch mounted only in the base of CFLs.
(6) This material is found only on the base of the CFL’s ballast/adapter unit and the % weight is relative to the entire lamp &
ballast/adapter unit
NIOSH/OSHA Occupational Health Guidelines for Chemical Hazards and/or NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards
lists the following effects of overexposure to chemicals/materials tabulated below when they are inhaled, ingested, or
contacted with skin or eye:
Mercury – Exposure to high concentrations of vapors for brief periods can cause acute symptoms such as pneumonitis, chest
pains, shortness of breath, coughing, gingivitis, salivation and possibly stomatitis. May cause redness and irritation as a result
of contact with skin and/or eyes.
Lead - Ingestion and inhalation of lead dust or fume must be avoided. Irritation of the eyes and respiratory tract may occur.
Excessive lead absorption is toxic and may include symptoms such as anemia, weakness, abdominal pain, and kidney
disease.
Phosphor – Phosphor dust is considered to be physiologically inert and as such, has an OSHA exposure limit of 15 mg/cubic
meter for total dust and 5 mg/cubic meter for respirable dust.
Barium Compounds – Alkaline barium compounds, such as the hydroxide and carbonate, may cause local irritation to the
eyes, nose, throat, and skin.
Glass – Glass dust is considered to be physiologically inert and as such, has an OSHA exposure limit of 15 mg/cubic meter for
total dust and 5 mg/cubic meter for respirable dust. The ACGIH TLVs for particulates not otherwise classified are 10 mg/cubic
meter for total dust and 3 mg/cubic meter for respirable dust.
Manganese- Inhalation of manganese dust may cause local irritation to the eyes, nose, and throat.
Yttrium – Studies of workers exposed to this material showed no evidence of chronic or systemic effects.
Aluminum Oxide (Alumina) – Alumina is a non-toxic material which is very low in free silica content. Sharp-edged particles can
irritate the eyes, perhaps the skin, and definitely the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract.
Krypton-85 Contained in Glow Switch – The radiation emitted by Kr-85 is 99.6% beta which is completely absorbed by the
glass envelope of the glow switch and 0.4% gamma which is not. This radiation is, however, 100 to 200 times less than that
allowable for clocks and watches. In the unlikely event of the glow switch breaking, the traces of krypton-85 gas immediately
disperses in the air. Krypton gas and its radioactive isotope are inert (they do not react chemically with other substances) and
are not absorbed by the body.
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IV. FIRST-AID MEASURES
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Contact, Skin: Thoroughly wash affected area with soap or detergent and water. Seek medical attention if needed.
Contact, Eye: Wash eyes, including under eyelids with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
Glass Cuts: Perform first aid procedures. Seek medical attention if needed.
Inhalation: If discomfort or irritation to the nose or throat develop, seek medical attention if needed. If breathing has stopped,
perform artificial respiration and seek medical attention at once.
Ingestion: In the unlikely event of ingesting significant CFL materials, seek medical attention immediately.
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Product Safety Data Sheet for FEIT ELECTRIC COMPANY brand Compact Fluorescent Lamps SDS No. 1.0