SDS

SDS: Aluminum Electrode USF
October 1, 2014
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LONG TERM (CHRONIC) OVEREXPOSURE: is believed by some investigators to affect pulmonary functions. PRIMARY
ROUTE OF ENTRY is the respiratory system. FLUORIDES - Overexposure to fluorides can cause serious bone erosion,
excessive calcification of the bone and calcification of the ribs, pelvis and spinal column. May cause skin rash.
Monitor fume levels and do not exceed permissible limits.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
MATERIAL: Welding consumables and materials can degrade into the components used to manufacture the product. Avoid exposure to
conditions that could lead to accumulation in soils and groundwater.
CONTAMINATED PACKAGING: Empty containers should be taken for local recycling, recovery, or waste disposal. Metals may be
recycled.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of any grinding dust and waste residues in accordance with EPA or local regulations.
Plastic materials, cardboard, and wire can be re-cycled.
U.S.A. RCRA: Ingredients in this product may be considered “hazardous material” in other countries and they may require special
disposal methods. Contact your local municipality for the proper disposal method.
Residues from welding consumables and processes could degrade and accumulate in groundwater.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
DOMESTIC TRANSPORT REGULATIONS (USA): DOT - not regulated.
DOMESTIC TRANSPORT REGULATIONS (CANADA): TDG - not regulated.
DOMESTIC TRANSPORT REGULATIONS (MEXICO): MEX - not regulated.
INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORT REGULATIONS:
ICAO – not regulated
IATA – not regulated
IMDG / IMO – not regulated
OTHER AGENCIES: No international regulations or restrictions are applicable.
Handle with care to avoid damaging the product and keep product dry. Do not remove product identification label or warning label.
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
Read and understand the manufacturer's instructions and precautionary label on this product.
See American National Standard Z49.1, Safety in Welding and Cutting, published by the "American Welding Society," 550 N.W.
LeJeune Road, Miami, FL 33126 and OSHA Publication 2206 (29CFR 1910), U.S. Government Printing Office, Superintendent of
Documents, P.O. Box 371954, Pittsburgh, PA 15250-7954 for more information. Before using this product, understand and your
employer’s safety practices.
U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS: Under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard these products are considered as hazardous.
U.S. EPA TSCA (TOXIC SUBSTANCE CONTROL ACT): All constituents of these products are on the TSCA inventory list or
are excluded from listing.