MSDS
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of first aid measures
Molten product will cause skin burns and if in contact with eyes while in a molten state may cause serious
damage.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of welding fumes/Dust inhalation: Move into fresh air and keep at rest.
In case of persistent throat irritation or coughing: Seek medical attention and
bring these instructions.
Skin contact:
Remove contaminated clothes and rinse skin thoroughly with water. If material is
hot, treat for thermal burns and get immediate medical attention.
Eye contact:
Dust in the eyes: Do not rub eye. Immediately flush with plenty of water for up to
15 minutes. Remove any contact lenses and open eyelids widely. If irritation
persists: Seek medical attention and bring these instructions.
Ingestion:
Immediately rinse mouth and drink plenty of water. Keep person under
observation. If person becomes uncomfortable seek hospital and bring these
instructions.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms/effects:
Inhalation of powder or fumes may cause metal fume fever. Symptoms like
headache, fatigue and nausea may appear. See section 11 for more detailed
information on health effects and symptoms.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Medical attention/treatments:
Burns (in contact with molten metal, slag or hot equipment): Flush with water
immediately. While flushing, remove clothes which do not adhere to affected
area. Call an ambulance. Continue flushing during transport to hospital.
OSHA 2012:
%:
CAS-No.:
EC No.:
Chemical name:
Hazard classification:
Notes:
25-85
1317-39-1
215-270-7
Cuprous oxide
Combustible Dust
Acute Oral Toxicity Category 4
1-30
1317-38-0
215-269-1
Cupric oxide
Acute (Oral) Toxicity Category 4
1-30
7440-50-8
231-159-6
Copper
Combustible Dust
Acute (Oral) Toxicity Category 4
1-20
7429-90-5
231-072-3
Aluminium powder
(stabilised)
Flammable solid Category 1
Water reactive Category 2
Skin Irritation Category 2
Eye Irritation Category 2A
STOT Single Exposure Category 3
References:
The full text for all hazard statements is displayed in section 16.
Product name:
Supersedes date:
ERICO® CADWELD® Electrical Welding Material
2016-05-02
Page:
Revision:
Version number:
3/13
2016-11-22
US-EN/3.5
CADWELD_EWM_US
SDS-ID:
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