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Compact Fluorescent Lamps-LMIS 2

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effects, either by ingestion, inhalation, skin contact, or eye implant, in a five-year animal study of the

original phosphor. Also, there have been no significant adverse effects reported in humans by any of these

routes during the many years of its manufacture and use. The phosphor is somewhat similar to the inert

mineral apatites (calcium phosphate-fluorides) that occur in nature.

Antimony, manganese, yttrium and tin compounds are characterized by OSHA as hazardous chemicals, as

are most metals. However, due to their insolubility, relatively low toxicity and small amount present in the

phosphor and the lamp, these materials do not present a significant hazard in the event of breakage of the

lamp.

Mercury

Neither the mercury nor the phosphor concentration in air produced as a result of breaking one or a small

number of compact fluorescent lamps should result in significant exposures to the individual. Where a

large quantity of lamps is intentionally broken, for example, in a drum-top crusher, work should be done in

a well-ventilated area, and local exhaust ventilation or personal protective equipment may be needed. Also,

appropriate industrial hygiene monitoring and controls should be implemented to minimize airborne levels

or surface contamination. Progress Lighting recommends lamp recycling when large quantity lamp

disposal is required. See www.lamprecycle.org for a list of lamp recyclers.

The Ultraviolet energy emitted by compact fluorescent lamps complies with the Photobiological safety

requirements in IESNA RP-27.1 & IESNA RP27.3. (CFL lamps also comply with CIE S009: 2002.)

Disposal Concerns

TCLP

A Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP) test conducted on traditional compact fluorescent

lamp designs for mercury could possibly cause the lamps to be classified as a hazardous waste due to the

mercury content or lead content. Lamp recycling is recommended for large quantity disposal. Review

your waste handling practices to assure that lamps are disposed properly and contact your state

environmental department for any regulations that may apply. To check state regulations or to locate a

recycler, go to www.lamprecycle.org.

Plastic Material

The plastic material used in a compact fluorescent lamp can be recycled during the lamp recycling process.