Specification

MDF , HDF , MDP Safety Data Sheet
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Haxardous under the U.S OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 Hazard Communication Standard .The free
haxardous under the U.S OSHA 29CFR 1910.1200 Hazard communication Standard .The Free
formaldehyde levels are below OSHA reporting requirements. The classifications below are
based upon wood dust.
Skin Irritation 2
Skin Sensitization 1
Eye Mild Irritation 2B
Respiratory Sensitization 1
Specific Target Organ Toxicity Single Exposure 3: Respiratory Tract Irritation Carcinogenicity 1A
Combustible Dust
INHALATION: Gaseous formaldehyde may cause temporary irritation to the nose and throat.
Wood dust may cause nasal dryness, irritation, coughing and sinusitis. Repeated exposures
(even below 5 mg/m3) to certain wood dusts such as Western Red Cedar can produce allergic
responses in some sensitive individuals.
EYE CONTACT: Gaseous formaldehyde may cause temporary irritation to the eyes. Wood dust
can cause mechanical irritation.
SKIN CONTACT: Both formaldehyde and various species of wood dust may evoke allergic
contact dermatitis in sensitized individuals. If an allergy pre-exists or develops, it may be
necessary to remove the sensitized worker from further exposure to formaldehyde bonded wood
products.
INGESTION: Not applicable under normal conditions of use
Prevention:
Obtain!special!instructions!before!use.!
Do!not!handle!until!all!safety!precautions!have!been!read!and!understood.!!
Do!not!breathe!dust.!
Contaminated!work!clothing!should!not!be!allowed!out!of!the!workplace.!!
In!case!of!inadequ ate!v entila tion !we ar!re spira tory !pro tectio n.!
Wash!thoroughly!after!handling.!
Do!not!eat,!drink!or!smoke!when!using!this!product.!
Use!only!outdoors!or!in!a!well-ventilated!area.!
Wear!protective!gloves/protective!clothing/eye!protection.!!
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Response:
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If persistent irritation, severe coughing or breathing difficulty
occurs, get medical attention.
EYE CONTACT: Remove contact lenses. Flush eyes, including under eyelids, with large
amounts of water. If irritation persists, get medical attention.