Coated metal rods in varying colours. This product is normally not considered hazardous as shipped. Gloves should be worn when handling to prevent contaminating hands with product dust. This prod- uct contains nickel, which is classified as a skin sensitizer and a suspect carcinogen. This product contains titanium dioxide which is possibly carcinogenic. This prod- uct contains quartz, but normally not in inhaling fraction. Quartz can cause silicosis and may cause cancer. Avoid eye contact or inhalation of dust from this product. Skin contact is normally no haz- ard but should be avoided to prevent possible al- lergic reactions. Persons with a pacemaker should not go near welding or cutting operations until they have consulted their doctor and obtained informa- tion from the manufacturer of the device. When this product is used in a welding process, the most important hazards are heat, radiation, electric shock and welding fumes

Overexposure to welding fumes may result in symptoms like metal fume fever dizziness, nausea, dryness or irritation of the nose, throat or eyes. Chronic overexposure to welding fumes may affect pulmonary function. Prolonged inhalation of nickel and chromium compounds above safe exposure limits can cause cancer. Overexposure to manganese and manganese compounds above safe exposure limits can cause irreversible damage to the central nervous system, including the brain, symptoms of which may include slurred speech, lethargy, tremor, muscular weakness, psychological disturbances and spastic gait.

If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration and obtain medical assistance immediately ! If breathing is difficult, provide fresh air and call physician.

For radiation burns due to arc flash, see physician. To remove dusts or fumes flush with water for at least fifteen minutes. If irritation persists, obtain medical assistance.

For skin burns from arc radiation, promptly flush with cold water. Get medical attention for burns or irritations that persist. To remove dust or particles wash with mild soap and water.

Disconnect and turn off the power. Use a nonconductive material to pull victim always from contact with live parts or wires. If not breathing, begin artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth. If no detectable pulse, begin Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Immediately call a physician.

Move to fresh air and call for medical aid.

No specific recommendations for welding consumables. Welding arcs and sparks can ignite combustible and flammable materials. Use the extinguishing media recommended for the burning materials and fire situation. Wear self- contained breathing apparatus as fumes or vapours may be harmful.

Solid objects may be picked up and placed into a container. Liquids or pastes should be scooped up and placed into a container. Wear proper protective equipment while handling these materials. Do not discard as refuse.

Handle with care to avoid stings and cuts. Wear gloves when handling welding consumables. Avoid exposure to dust. Do not ingest. Some individuals can develop an allergic reaction to certain materials. Retain all warning and identity labels.

Keep separate from chemical substances like acids and strong bases, which could cause chemical reactions.

Avoid exposure to welding fumes, radiation, spatter, electric shock, heated materials and dust.

Ensure sufficient ventilation, local exhaust, or both, to keep welding fumes and gases from breathing zone and general area. Keep working place and protective clothing clean and dry. Train welders to avoid contact with live electrical parts and insulate conductive parts. Check condition of protective clothing and equipment on a regular basis.

Use respirator or air supplied respirator when welding or brazing in a confined space, or where local exhaust or ventilation is not sufficient to keep exposure values within safe limits. Use special care when welding painted or coated steels since hazardous substances from the coating may be emitted. Wear hand, head, eyes, ear and body protection like welders gloves, helmet or face shield with filter lens, safety boots, apron, arm and shoulder protection. Keep protective clothing clean and dry. Use industrial hygiene monitoring equipment to ensure that exposure does not exceed applicable national exposure limits. The following limits can be used as guidance. Unless noted, all values are for 8 hour time weighted averages (TWA). For information about welding fume analysis refer to section 10.

Contact with chemical substances like acids or strong bases could cause generation of gas. When this product is used in a welding process, hazardous decomposition products would include those from the volatilization, reaction or oxidation of the materials listed in section 2 and those from the base metal coating. The amount of fumes generated from manual metal arc welding varies with welding parameters and dimensions, but is generally no more than 5 to 15 g/kg consumable.

Refer to applicable national exposure limits for fume compounds, including those exposure limits for fume compounds found in section 8. A significant amount of the chromium in the fumes can be hexavalent chromium, which has a very low exposure limit in some countries. Manganese and nickel have low exposure limits, in some countries, that may be easily exceeded. Reasonably expected gaseous products would include carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides and ozone. Air contaminants around the welding area can be affected by the welding process and influence the composition and quantity of fumes and gases produced.

Inhalation of welding fumes and gases can be dangerous to your health. Classification of welding fumes is difficult because of varying base materials, coatings, air contaminations and processes. The International Agency for Research or Cancer has classified welding fumes as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B).

Overexposure to welding fumes may result in symptoms like metal fume fever, dizziness, nausea, dryness or irritation of the nose, throat or eyes.

Overexposure to welding fumes may affect pulmonary function. Prolonged inhalation of nickel and chromium compounds above safe exposure limits can cause cancer. Overexposure to manganese and manganese compounds above safe exposure limits cam cause irreversible damage to the central nervous system, including the brain, symptoms of which may include slurred speech, lethargy, tremor, muscular weakness, psychological disturbances and spastic gait. Prolonged inhalation of titanium dioxide above safe exposure limits can cause cancer. Inhalable quartz is a respiratory carcinogen however the process of welding converts crystalline quartz to the amorphous form which is not considered to be a carcinogen.

Welding consumables and materials could degrade/ weather into components originating from the consumables or from the materials used in the welding process. Avoid exposure to conditions that could lead to accumulation in soils or groundwater.

No international regulations or restrictions are applicable.

Read and understand the manufacturer's instructions, your employer's safety practices and the healthy and safety instructions on the label. Observe any federal and local regulations. Take precautions when welding and protect yourself and others.

Welding fumes and gases are hazardous to your health and may damage lungs and other organs. Use adequate ventilation.

Electric shock can kill. Arc rays and sparks can injure eyes and burn skin.

In case of high concentration of welding fume get a breath of fresh air, wash eyes and skin with water for the removal of powder. Take first aid measures in case of injuries produced by electrical arc radiation or electrical shock and call a doctor immediately.

Carbo Weld requests the users of this product to study this Safety data sheet (SDS) and become aware of product hazards and safety information. To promote safe use of this product a user should: notify its employees, agents and contractors of the information on this SDS and any product hazards/safety information. Furnish this same information to each of its customers for the product. Request such customers to notify employees and customers for the same product hazards and safety information.

To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above- named supplier, nor any of its subsidiaries, assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.