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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Prepared to U.S. OSHA, CMA, ANSI and Canadian WHMIS Standards .This Material Safety Data Sheet is offered pursuant to OSHA’s Hazard
Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Other government regulations must be reviewed for applicability to these products.
WARNING: PRODUCT COMPONENTS PRESENT HEALTH AND SAFETY HAZARDS. READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MATERIAL SAFETY DATA
SHEET (M.S.DS.). ALSO, FOLLOW YOUR EMPLOYER’S SAFETY PRACTICES. This product may contain Chromium and/or Nickel, which are
listed by OSHA, NTP, or IARC as being a carcinogen or potential carcinogen. Use of this product may expose you or others to fumes and gases
at levels exceeding those established by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) or the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) The information contained herein relates only to the specific product. If the product is combined with other materials, all
component properties must be considered. BE SURE TO CONSULT THE LATEST VERSION OF THE MSDS. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS ARE
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other publications, or that other or additional measures may not be required under particular or exceptional conditions or circumstances . Data may be
changed from time to time.

PART I What is the material and what do I need to know in an emergency?

1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
TRADE NAME (AS LABELED): COPPER BASED ALLOYS, INCLUDING:
SILICON BRONZE, PHOSPHOR BRONZE C, DEOXIDIZED COPPER, ALUMINUM
BRONZE A2, ALUMINUM BRONZE A1
CHEMICAL NAME/CLASS: Metal Alloy
SYNONYMS: Not Applicable
PRODUCT USE: Metal Welding
DOCUMENT NUMBER: 0079
SUPPLIER/MANUFACTURER'S NAME: J.W. HARRIS CO. INC.
ADDRESS: 4501 Quality Place Mason, Ohio 45040
EMERGENCY PHONE: CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300
BUSINESS PHONE: 513-754-2000 FAX 513-754-8778
DATE OF PREPARATION : September 16, 2002

2. COMPOSITION and INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS*

NOMINAL COMPOSITION WEIGHT % WIRE
ALLOY Cu Zn Sn Mn Fe Si P Al Pb
Silicon Bronze Balance 1.0 1.0 1.5 0.50 2.8-4.0 0.01 0.02
Deoxidized Copper Balance 1.0 0.50 0.50 0.15 0.01 0.02
Phosphor Bronze C Balance 7.0-9.0 0.10-0.35 0.01 0.02
Aluminum Bronze A1 Balance 0.20 0.50 0.10 6.0-8.5 0.02
Aluminum Bronze A2 Balance 0.20 1.5 8.5-11.0 0.02
*Single values are maximum percentages.

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 2. COMPOSITION and INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS (Continued)
CHEMICAL NAME CAS # % w/w EXPOSURE LIMITS IN AIR
ACGIH-TLV OSHA -PEL OTHER
TWA STEL TWA STEL IDLH
mg/m3 mg/m3 mg/m3 mg/m3 mg/m3 mg/m3
Aluminum 7429-90-5 See Table 10 (dust) NE 15 (Total NE NE NIOSH RELs:
(exposure limits are for Previous 5 (fumes) dust) TWA = 10 (Total dust); 5
aluminum, metal dust Page 5 (Respirable fraction); 5
and aluminum, welding (Respirabl (fumes)
fume, as aluminum) e fraction) DFG MAK:
5 (fume) TWA = 1.5 (dust -
(vacated Respirable fraction)
1989 PEL)
Copper 7440-50-8 See Table 0.2 (fume) NE 0.1 (fume) NE 100 NIOSH RELs:
(exposure limits are for Previous 1 (dust and TWA 1 = (dust); 0.1 (fume)
1 (dust
copper fume and dusts Page mists) DFG MAKs:
and mists)
and mists, as Cu) TWA = 0.1 (fume-
Respirable fraction); 1
(dusts & mists -inhalable
fraction)
PEAK = 2 MAK, 30 min.,
average value
Carcinogen: EPA -D (dusts
& mists)
Iron 7439-89-6 See Table 5, A4 (Not NE 10 NE 2500 NIOSH REL:
Previous Classifiable as TWA = 5
(exposure limits are for Page a Human DFG MAK:
Iron Oxide dust and Carcinogen)
fume as Fe) TWA = 6 (Respirable
Fraction)
Carcinogen: IARC-3, TLV-
A4
Lead 7439-92-1 See Table 0.05, A3 NE 0.05 (see NE 100 NIOSH REL:
(exposure limits are for Previous (Confirmed 29 CFR TWA = < 0.1; Blood Lead
Lead, elemental & Page Animal 1910.1025 Content <0.06 mg/100 g
inorganic compounds, Carcinogen) ) whole blood.
as Pb) DFG MAKs:
TWA = 0.1 (Measured as
the inhalable fraction of
the aerosol)
DFG MAK Pregnancy Risk
Classification: B
Carcinogen: EPA -B2,
IARC-2B, TLV-A3
Manganese 7439-96-5 See Table 0.2 NE 1 (vacated 5 500 NIOSH RELs:
(exposure limits are for Previous 1989 PEL) (ceiling) TWA = 1
Manganese, elemental, Page 3 STEL = 3
inorganic compounds, (vacate DFG MAK:
and fume, as d 1989 TWA = 0.5 (Inhalable
manganese) PEL) Fraction)
PEAK = 10•MAK 30 min.,
average value
DFG MAK Pregnancy Risk
Classification: C
Carcinogen: EPA -D
NE = Not Established. See Section 16 for Definitions of Terms Used.
NOTE (1): The ACGIH has an established exposure limit for Welding Fumes, Not Otherwise Classified. The Threshold Limit Value is 5 mg/m3. NIOSH
classifies welding fumes as carcinogens. Single values shown are maximum, unless otherwise noted.
NOTE (2): ALL WHMIS required information is included in appropriate sections based on the ANSI Z400.1-1998 format. This product has been classified in
accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.

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 2. COMPOSITION and INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS (Continued)
CHEMICAL NAME CAS # % w/w EXPOSURE LIMITS IN AIR
ACGIH-TLV OSHA-PEL
TWA STEL TWA STEL IDLH OTHER
mg/m 3 mg/m 3 mg/m 3 mg/m 3 mg/m 3 mg/m 3
Phosphorous (yellow) 7723-14-0 See Table 0.1 NE 0.1 NE 5 NIOSH REL:
Previous TWA = 0.1
Page DFG MAKs:
TWA = 0.1
PEAK = 2•MAK 5 min.,
momentary value
DFG Pregnancy Risk
Classification: D
Carcinogen: EPA -D
Silicon 7440-21-3 See Table 10 NE 15 (Total dust) NE NE NIOSH REL:
Previous 5 (Respirable TWA = 10 (Total dust; 5
Page fraction) (Respirable fraction)
10 (Total dust)
(vacated 1989
PEL)
Tin, metal 7440-31-5 See Table 2 NE 2 NE 100 NIOSH REL:
Previous TWA = 2
Page
Zinc 7440-66-6 See Table 5 (fume) 10 5 (fume) NE 500 NIOSH RELs:
Page 1 (fume) 5 (total dust) TWA = 5 (dust & fume)
Exposure limits given are 10 (dust)
15 (dust, STEL = 10 (fume), 15
for Zinc oxide, Fume &
Dust respirable (ceiling, 15 min., dust)
dust) DFG MAK:
TWA = 1.5 (Respirable
5 (dust, Fraction, fume)
respirable Carcinogen: EPA -D
dust, Vacated
1989 PEL)

NE = Not Established. See Section 16 for Definitions of Terms Used.

NOTE (1): The ACGIH has an established exposure limit for Welding Fumes, Not Otherwise Classified. The Threshold Limit Value is 5 mg/m3. NIOSH
classifies welding fumes as carcinogens. Single values shown are maximum, unless otherwise noted.
NOTE (2): ALL WHMIS required information is included in appropriate sections based on the ANSI Z400.1-1998 format. This product has been classified in
accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.

3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: These products consist of odorless, light yellow to dark brown metal rods. There are no
immediate health hazards associated with these products. These products are not flammable nor reactive. If involved in
a fire, these products may generate irritating fumes and a variety of metal oxides. Copper, components of these products,
are sensitizers upon repeated or prolonged exposure. Additionally, Lead (present in some of these products in trace
amounts) is a suspect human carcinogen. Emergency responders must wear personal protective equipment suitable for
the situation to which they are responding.

SYMPTOMS OF OVER-EXPOSURE BY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE: During welding operations, the most significant route of
over-exposure is via inhalation of fumes.
INHALATION: Inhalation of large amounts of particulates generated by these products during metal processing operations
may result in irritation. Inhalation of copper oxide and zinc oxide fumes can cause metal fume fever. Initial symptoms of
metal fume fever can include a metallic or sweet taste in the mouth, dryness or irritation of the throat, and coughing. Later
symptoms (after 4−48 hours) can include sweating, shivering, headache, fever, chills, thirstiness, muscle aches, nausea,
vomiting, weakness, and tiredness. Repeated over-exposures, via inhalation, to the dusts or fumes generated by these
products during welding operations may have adverse effects on the lungs with possible pulmonary edema and emphysema
(life-threatening lung injuries). Chronic over-exposure to Copper dust may cause tiredness, stuffiness, diarrhea, and
vomiting. Refer to Section 10 (Stability and Reactivity) for information on the specific composition of welding fumes and
gases. This product contains trace amounts of lead. Exposure to Lead fumes is not anticipated to be significant during
occupational use of this product.

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 3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION (Continued)
CONTACT WITH SKIN or EYES: Contact of these products with the
skin is not anticipated to be irritating. Rare cases of allergic contact HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION
dermatitis have been reported in people working with copper dust. SYSTEM
Contact with these products can be physically damaging to the eye
(i.e. foreign object). Fumes generated during welding operations can
be irritating to the skin and eyes.. Symptoms of skin over-exposure HEALTH (BLUE) 2
may include irritation and redness. Contact with the molten wire will
burn contaminated skin or eyes.
SKIN ABSORPTION: Skin absorption is not known to be a
significant route of over-exposure for any component of these
products. FLAMMABILITY (RED) 0
INGESTION: Ingestion is not anticipated to be a route of
occupational exposure for these products. If swallowed call physician
immediately! Do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical
personnel. Rinse mouth with water if person is conscious. Never
give fluids or induce vomiting if person is unconscious, having
REACTIVITY (YELLOW) 0

convulsions, or not breathing.

INJECTION: Though not a likely route of occupational exposure for
these products, injection (via punctures or lacerations in the skin)
may cause local reddening, tissue swelling, and discomfort. PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT X
HEALTH EFFECTS OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE: An
Explanation in Lay Terms. Symptoms associated with over- EYES RESPIRATORY HANDS BODY
exposure to these products and the fumes generated during welding
operations are as follows:
ACUTE: The chief acute health hazard associated with these See See
products would be the potential for irritation of contaminated skin and Section 8 Section 8
eyes when exposed to fumes during welding operations. Inhalation
For routine industrial applications for the wires
of large amounts of particulates generated by these products during
metal processing operations may result in irritation. Inhalation of copper oxide and zinc oxide fumes can cause metal fume
fever. Inhalation of large amounts of particulates generated by these See Section 16 for Definition of Ratings
products during metal processing operations can result in
pneumoconiosis (a disease of the lungs). Contact with the molten material will burn contaminated skin or eyes. Severe
ingestion over-exposure to Copper (a component of these products) may be fatal.
CHRONIC: Chronic skin over-exposure to the fumes of these products during welding operations may produce dermatitis
(red, inflamed skin). Chronic over-exposure to Copper dust may cause tiredness, stuffiness, diarrhea, vomiting, discoloration
of the skin and eyes, and kidney and liver disorder. Additionally, rare cases of allergic contact dermatitis have been reported
in people working with copper dust. Exposure to high levels of airborne Lead may produce symptoms of anemia, insomnia,
weakness, constipation, nausea and abdominal pain. Prolonged exposure may result in kidney and nervous system
involvement. Women of child-bearing age should avoid exposure to Lead due to post natal effects. Lead, a trace
component of these products, is potentially carcinogenic to humans. Refer to Section 11 (Toxicological Information) for
further information.
TARGET ORGANS: For fumes: ACUTE: Skin, eyes, respiratory system. CHRONIC: Skin, respiratory system, kidneys,
central nervous system, and liver.

PART II What should I do if a hazardous situation occurs?

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
Victims of chemical exposure must be taken for medical attention. Rescuers should be taken for medical attention, if
necessary. Take a copy of label and MSDS to health professional with victim.
SKIN EXPOSURE: If fumes generated by welding operations involving this product contaminate the skin, begin
decontamination with running water. If molten material contaminates the skin, immediately begin decontamination with cold,
running water. Minimum flushing is for 15 minutes. Victim must seek medical attention if any adverse reaction occurs.
EYE EXPOSURE: If fumes generated by welding operations involving this product enter the eyes, open victim's eyes while
under gently running water. Use sufficient force to open eyelids. Have victim "roll" eyes. Minimum flushing is for 15
minutes. Victim must seek immediate medical attention.

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 4. FIRST-AID MEASURES (Continued)
INHALATION: If fumes generated by welding operations involving this product are inhaled, remove victim to fresh air. If
necessary, use artificial respiration to support vital functions.
INGESTION: Ingestion is not a likely route of exposure for these products. If swallowed call physician immediately! Do not
induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel. Rinse mouth with water if person is conscious. Never give fluids or
induce vomiting if person is unconscious, having convulsions, or not breathing.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Skin, respiratory disorders, kidney and liver disorders may be
aggravated by prolonged over-exposures to the dusts or fumes generated by these products. Additionally, lead over-
exposures can cause adverse effects on the human reproductive system.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO PHYSICIANS: Very heavy intoxication with Lead (a component of this product) can
sometimes be detected by formation of a dark line on the gum margins, the so-called “lead line.” Treat symptoms and
eliminate over-exposure. Be observant for renal problems and encephalopathy in the event of chronic over-exposures. Zinc
(a component of this product) is antagonistic to the toxic effects of lead. Refer to the OSHA Lead Standard (29 CFR
1910.1025; paragraph J) for specific information on Medical Surveillance requirements (i.e. Biological Monitoring, Medical
examinations and consultations, blood tests and re-examination protocol).

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT: Not flammable. NFPA RATING
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not flammable.
FLAMMABLE LIMITS (in air by volume, %): FLAMMABILITY

Lower (LEL): Not applicable.

Upper (UEL): Not applicable.
0
FIRE EXTINGUISHING MATERIALS:
Water Spray: YES Carbon Dioxide: YES HEALTH 1 0 REACTIVITY
Halon: YES Foam: YES
Dry Chemical: YES Other: Any "ABC" Class
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: When involved in a fire, these
products may generate irritating fumes and a variety of copper, zinc, and
aluminum and other metal compounds. The molten material can present a OTHER

significant thermal hazard to firefighters.

Explosion Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: Not sensitive. See Section 16 for
Explosion Sensitivity to Static Discharge: Not sensitive. Definition of Ratings
SPECIAL FIRE-FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Not applicable.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

SPILL AND LEAK RESPONSE: These products are solid wire, with no spill or leak hazards.

PART III How can I prevent hazardous situations from occurring

7. HANDLING and STORAGE

WORK PRACTICES AND HYGIENE PRACTICES: As with all chemicals, avoid getting these products ON YOU or IN YOU.
Wash thoroughly after handling these products. Do not eat or drink while handling these products. Use in a well-ventilated
location. Use ventilation and other engineering controls to minimize potential exposure to these products.
STORAGE AND HANDLING PRACTICES: All employees who handle this material should be trained to handle it safely.
Avoid breathing fumes of these products during welding operations. Open containers on a stable surface. Packages of
these products must be properly labeled. When these products are used during welding operations, follow the requirements
of the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Welding and Cutting Standard (29 CFR 1910 Subpart Q) and the safety
standards of the American National Standards Institute for welding and cutting (ANSI Z49.1).

Store packages in a cool, dry location. Storage in an atmosphere that is wet, moist, or highly humid may lead to corrosion
of these products. Store away from incompatible materials (see Section 10, Stability and Reactivity).

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 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS - PERSONAL PROTECTION
VENTILATION AND ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Use with adequate ventilation to ensure exposure levels are maintained
below the limits provided in Section 2 (Composition and Information on Ingredients). Prudent practice is to ensure
eyewash/safety shower stations are available near areas where these products are used.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Maintain airborne contaminant concentrations below guidelines listed in Section 2
(Composition and Information on Ingredients). If respiratory protection is needed (i.e. a Weld Fume Respirator, or Air-Line
Respirator for welding in confined spaces), U.S. Federal OSHA Standard (29 CFR 1910.134), applicable U.S. State
regulations, or the Canadian CSA Standard Z94.4-93 and applicable standards of Canadian Provinces. Respiratory
Protection is recommended to be worn during welding operations. Oxygen levels below 19.5% are considered IDLH by
OSHA. In such atmospheres, use of a full-facepiece pressure/demand SCBA or a full facepiece, supplied air respirator with
auxiliary self-contained air supply is required under OSHA’s Respiratory Protection Standard (1910.134-1998). NIOSH
respiratory protection recommendations for Copper (a main component of these products) are provided as follows:
CONCENTRATION RESPIRATOTY EQUIPMENT
3
Up to 5 mg/m : Dust and mist respirator.
3
Up to 10 mg/m : Dust and mist respirator except single-use and quarter-mask respirator (if not present as a fume);
or Supplied Air Respirator (SAR).
3
Up to 25 mg/m : Powered air-purifying respirator with dust and mist filter(s); or SAR operated in a continuous-flow
mode.
3
Up to 50 mg/m : Full-facepiece respirator with high-efficiency particulate filter(s); or full-facepiece Self-Contained
Breathing Apparatus (SCBA); or full-facepiece SAR; or powered air-purifying respirator with tight-
fitting facepiece and high-efficiency particulate filter.
3
Up to 100 mg/m : Positive pressure, full-facepiece SAR.
Emergency or Planned Entry into Unknown Concentrations or IDLH Conditions: Positive pressure, full-facepiece SCBA; or
positive pressure, full-facepiece SAR with an auxiliary positive pressure SCBA.
NOTE: Follow the specific respiratory selection guidelines of the OSHA Lead Standard in regulated areas (as defined by 29
CFR 1910.1025)
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses. When these products are used in conjunction with welding, wear safety glasses,
goggles, or face-shield with filter lens of appropriate shade number (per ANSI Z49.1-1988, “Safety in Welding and Cutting”).
HAND PROTECTION: Wear gloves for routine industrial use. When these products are used in conjunction with welding,
wear gloves that protect from sparks and flame (per ANSI Z49.1-1988, “Safety in Welding and Cutting”).
BODY PROTECTION: Wear body protection appropriate for task.

9. PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

The following information is for Copper, a main component of these products, unless otherwise indicated:
RELATIVE VAPOR DENSITY (air = 1): Not applicable. EVAPORATION RATE (nBuAc = 1): Not applicable.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (water = 1): 7.6-8.95 (For product) pH: Not applicable.
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble. ODOR THRESHOLD: Not applicable.
VAPOR PRESSURE, mm Hg @ 20°C: Not applicable. BOILING POINT: 2595°C (4703°F)
FREEZING/MELTING POINT: 865-1243°C (1590-2270°F) [For product]
COEFFICIENT OF OIL/WATER DISTRIBUTION (PARTITION COEFFICIENT): Not applicable.
The following information is for the products:
APPEARANCE AND COLOR: These products consist of odorless, light yellow to dark brown solid metal rods.
HOW TO DETECT THIS SUBSTANCE (warning properties):The appearance is a distinctive characteristic of these
products.

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 10. STABILITY and REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Thermal decomposition products can include copper, zinc, aluminum and lead
compounds and a variety of metal oxides.
MATERIALS WITH WHICH SUBSTANCE IS INCOMPATIBLE: Strong acids, strong oxidizers, some halogenated
compounds and mercury.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Uncontrolled exposure to extreme temperatures, incompatible materials.

PART IV Is there any other useful information about this material?

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
TOXICITY DATA: Presented below are human toxicological data available for the components of these products present in
concentration greater than 1%. Other data for animals are available for the components of these products, but are not
presented in this Material Safety Data Sheet.
COPPER: LEAD: MANGANESE:
TDLo (oral, human) = 120 µg/kg; gastrointestinal Cytogenic Analysis System (unreported route, TCLo (inhalation, man) = 2300 µg/m3; BRN,
tract effects human) = 50 :g/m3 central nervous system effects
IRON: TDLo (oral, women) 450 mg/kg; peripheral and ZINC:
TDLo (oral, child) = 77 mg/kg; BAH, central nervous system effects Skin Irritancy (human) = 300 µg/ 3 days/
gastrointestinal tract, blood effects TCLo (inhalation, human) = 10 :g/m3; intermittent; mild
gastrointestinal and liver effects TCLo (inhalation, human) = 124 mg/m3/ 50
minutes; pulmonary system, skin effects

SUSPECTED CANCER AGENT: The components of these products are listed as follows:
COPPER: EPA-D (Not Classifiable as to Human Carcinogenicity)
IRON (as Iron Oxide): IARC-3 Possibly Carcinogenic to Humans);,ACGIH TLV-A4 (Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen)
LEAD: ACGIH-A3 (Animal Carcinogen); EPA-B2 (Probable Human Carcinogen-Sufficient Evidence from Animal Studies, Inadequate Evidence or no Data
from Epidemiologic Studies); IARC-2B (Possibly Carcinogenic to Humans); Cytogenetic Analysis-Human-Unreported 50 mg/m3
PHOSPHORUS: EPA-D (Not Classifiable as to Human Carcinogenicity)
MANGANESE: EPA -D (Not Classifiable as to Human Carcinogenicity)
ZINC: EPA-D, Not Classifiable as to Human Carcinogenicity (inadequate human and animal evidence of carcinogenicity or no data available)
The other components of these products are not found on the following lists: FEDERAL OSHA Z LIST, NTP, IARC, and
CAL/OSHA and therefore are not considered to be, nor suspected to be, cancer-causing agents by these agencies.
IRRITANCY OF PRODUCT: These products’ dusts or fumes may be irritating to contaminated skin and eyes. Fumes may
be irritating to the respiratory system.
SENSITIZATION TO THE PRODUCT: Rare cases of allergic contact dermatitis have been reported in people working with
copper dust.
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY INFORMATION: Listed below is information concerning the effects of these products and their
components on the human reproductive system.
Mutagenicity: These products are not reported to produce mutagenic effects in humans. Animal mutation data are
available for Lead (a trace component of these products); these data were obtained during clinical studies on specific
animal tissues exposed to high doses of this compound.
Embryotoxicity: Lead, a component of these products, is a potential human embryotoxin.
Teratogenicity: These products are not reported to cause teratogenic effects in humans. Clinical studies on test animals
exposed to relatively high doses of Copper, and Lead (components of these products) indicates teratogenic effects.
Reproductive Toxicity: These products are not reported to cause reproductive effects in humans. Clinical studies on test
animals exposed to relatively high doses of Lead and Copper (components of these products) indicate adverse
reproductive effects.
A mutagen is a chemical, which causes permanent changes to genetic material (DNA) such that the changes will propagate
through generational lines. An embryotoxin is a chemical, which causes damage to a developing embryo (i.e. within the first eight
weeks of pregnancy in humans), but the damage does not propagate across generational lines. A teratogen is a chemical, which
causes damage to a developing fetus, but the damage does not propagate across generational lines. A reproductive toxin is
any substance, which interferes in any way with the reproductive process.

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 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION(Continued)
BIOLOGICAL EXPOSURE INDICES: The following Biological Exposure Indices (BEIs) have been determined for the
components of this product.
CHEMICAL SAMPLING TIME BEI
DETERMINANT
LEAD
• Lead in blood • Not critical • 30 mg/100 ml

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ALL WORK PRACTICES MUST BE AIMED AT ELIMINATING ENVIRONMENTAL CONTAMINATION.
ENVIRONMENTAL STABILITY: The components of these products are expected to persist in the environment for an
extended period of time. Additional environmental data are available as follows:
COPPER:
Solubility: Insoluble.
There is no evidence of any biotransformation for copper compounds.
Copper is accumulated by all plants and animals.
BCF Algae = 12; plants = 1,000; invertebrate = 1,000, fish = 667 and fish = 200(Soluble copper salts).
LEAD: Solubility: Insoluble in water. Biological Half-Life for lead in bones of humans is 10 years. Bioconcentration: Lead was absorbed (by fresh water
filed crab) through the gills, and distributed to the haenolymph to hepatopancrease, muscle, and exoskeleton. Lead bioaccumlated over the course of
the study showed a high degree of organ specificity.
ZINC: Solubility: Insoluble in water. Biological Half-Life for normal humans 162-500 days. Bioconcentration: The Bioconcentration Factor in edible
portions of Crassostrea virgina, adult oyster) is 16,700 (total zinc).
EFFECT OF MATERIAL ON PLANTS or ANIMALS: These products are not expected to cause adverse effects on plant or
animal life. Specific data on test animals are available but are not presented in this Material Safety Data Sheet.
EFFECT OF CHEMICAL ON AQUATIC LIFE: These products may cause adverse effects on aquatic life, especially if large
quantities are released into bodies of water. Additional data are available as follows:
COPPER: IRON (continued):
LC50 (fathead minnows) = 0.14 ppm in hard water LC (Glenodiunium halli, plankton) = 10 - 100 mg/L/ 48 hours
LC50 (bluegill) = 0.02 ppm in soft water TC (Glenodiunium halli, plankton) = 0.5-10 mg/L/ 48 hours; growth inhibition
LC50 (brook trout) = 0.09 ppm in soft water LEAD:
LC50 (Anguilla American eel) 96 hours = 6.4 LC50 (Japanese quail) =, males, females, 14 days old, oral (5-day ad libitum
MATC (Oncorhynctshawtsch chinook salmon) = 0.0074 in diet) = 5,000 ppm. At 1,000, 2236, and 5000 ppm, onset of toxic
NOAEL (Oncorhynctshawtsch chinook salmon) = 0.0074 symptoms began at 7 days and remised at 11-12 days
MATC (Salmo gairdneri brown trout) = 0.01901 Concentration for fresh and salt water fish, 0.1
NOAEL (Salmo gairdneri brown trout) = 0.0114 Lobster die after 20 days when kept in lead-lined tanks.
LOAEL (Salmo gairdneri brown trout) = 0.0317 LC50 (brook tout) = 0.13 ppm
IRON: LC50 (rainbow trout) = 0.43 ppm
LC (Gymnodinium spendens , plankton) = 1-30 mg/L/ 48 hours ZINC: Odorless zinc poisoning causes inflamed gills in fish. Laboratory
LC (Isocrysis galbana, plankton) > 35 mg/L/ 48 hours studies of Atlantic salmon, rainbow trout, carp, and goldfish have shown
TC (Isocrysis galbana, plankton) = 1-30 mg/L/ 48 hours; growth inhibition avoidance reactions by these fish to zinc in water.
TC (Thalassiosira pseudonana, plankton) = 8-20 mg/L/ 48 hours; growth
inhibition

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

PREPARING WASTES FOR DISPOSAL: Waste disposal must be in accordance with appropriate Federal, State, and local
regulations. These products, if unaltered by use, may be disposed of by treatment at a permitted facility or as advised by
your local hazardous waste regulatory authority.
EPA WASTE NUMBER: Wastes of this product should be analyzed for Toxicity Characteristic Leach Procedure chemicals,
as follows: Lead: D008, Regulated Level: 0.4 mg/L

14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

THIS MATERIAL IS NOT HAZARDOUS (Per 49 CFR 172.101) BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Not applicable.
HAZARD CLASS NUMBER and DESCRIPTION: Not applicable.
UN IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: Not applicable.
PACKING GROUP: Not applicable.
DOT LABEL(S) REQUIRED: Not applicable.
NORTH AMERICAN EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDEBOOK NUMBER, 2000: Not applicable.

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 14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION (Continued)
MARINE POLLUTANT: The Department of Transportation (49 CFR 172.101, Appendix B), lists Copper, metal powder, and
Lead compounds, soluble, n.o.s., as Marine Pollutants. These components are not present in the specific forms listed and
therefore these products do not meet the marking requirement of 49 CFR 172.322.
TRANSPORT CANADA TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS REGULATIONS: This material is not considered
as dangerous goods, per regulations of Transport Canada.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

ADDITIONAL U.S. REGULATIONS:
U.S. SARA REPORTING REQUIREMENTS: The components of these products are subject to the reporting requirements
of Sections 302, 304 and 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act, as follows:

CHEMICAL NAME SARA 302 SARA 304 SARA 313

(40 CFR 355, Appendix A) (40 CFR Table 302.4) (40 CFR 372.65)
Aluminum (fume or dust) No No Yes
Copper No Yes Yes
Lead No Yes Yes
Manganese No No Yes
Phosphorous Yes Yes Yes
Zinc No Yes Yes (fume or dust)
U.S. SARA THRESHOLD PLANNING QUANTITY: Phosphorous 100 lb (45.4 kg)
U.S. TSCA INVENTORY STATUS: The components of these products are listed on the TSCA Inventory.
U.S. CERCLA REPORTABLE QUANTITY (RQ): Copper = 5000 lbs (2270 kg); Lead = 10 lbs (4.45 kg); Phosphorous 1 lb
(0.454 kg)Zinc = 1000 lbs (454 kg) [for metal particles under 100 micrometers in diameter].
OTHER U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS: Lead is regulated under 1910.1025.
U.S. STATE REGULATORY INFORMATION: The components of these products are covered under specific State
regulations, as denoted below:
Alaska-Designated Toxic and Hazardous Massachusetts-Substance List: Copper, Pennsylvania-Hazardous Substance List:
Substances: Copper Fume, Dust, & Mist, Manganese, Lead, Tin, Zinc, Aluminum. Copper, Manganese, Silicon, Tin, Zinc,
Manganese, Lead, Tin, Aluminum, Metal and Minnesota-List of Hazardous Substances: Aluminum.
Oxide dust, welding fumes Copper Dust & Mists, Manganese, Silicon, Rhode Island-Hazardous Substance List:
California-Permissible Exposure Limits for Lead, Tin, Aluminum, Metal and Oxide dust, Copper Fume, Dust, & Mist, Manganese,
Chemical Contaminants: Copper, welding fumes. Silicon, Lead, Tin, Zinc, Aluminum.
Manganese, Silicon, Lead, Tin, Aluminum. Missouri- Employer Information/Toxic Texas-Hazardous Substance List: Copper
Florida-Substance List: Copper Fume, Dust, & Substance List: Copper, Manganese, Fume, Manganese, and Lead.
Mist, Manganese, Lead, Tin, Zinc. Silicon, Lead, Tin, Aluminum. West Virginia-Hazardous Substance List:
Illinois-Toxic Substance List: Copper, New Jersey-Right to Know Hazar dous Copper Fume, Manganese, and Lead.
Manganese, Silicon, Lead, Zinc, Aluminum. Substance List: Copper, Manganese, Lead, Wisconsin-Toxic and Hazardous Substances:
Kansas -Section 302/313 List: Copper, Tin, Zinc, Aluminum. Copper Fume, Manganese, and Lead.
Manganese, Zinc, Aluminum. North Dakota-List of Hazardous Chemicals,
Reportable Quantities: Copper, Zinc.

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ADDITIONAL U.S. REGULATIONS (continued):
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 Lead is present in some of these products in trace amounts and is on the California
Proposition 65 Lists. WARNING: This product may contain chemicals, and when used for welding may produce
fumes or gases containing chemicals, known to the State of California to cause cancer, and/or birth defects (or
other reproductive harm.)

LABELING (Precautionary Statements):

WARNING: PROTECT yourself and others. Read and understand this information.
FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous to your health.
ARC RAYS can injure eyes and burn skin.
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Before Use, read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs), and your
employer’s safety policies.
• Keep your head out of the fumes.
• Use enough ventilation, exhaust at the arc, or both, to keep fumes and gases from your breathing zone and the
general area.
• Wear correct eye, ear, and body protection.
• Do not touch live electrical parts.
• See American National Standard Z49.1 Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, published by the American
Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Road, Miami, Florida 33126. OSHA Safety and Health Standards, available
from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.
DO NOT REMOVE THIS INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL CANADIAN REGULATIONS:
CANADIAN DSL/NDSL INVENTORY STATUS: The components of these products are on the DSL Inventory.
OTHER CANADIAN REGULATIONS: Not applicable.
CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA) PRIORITIES SUBSTANCES LISTS: The components of
these products are not on the CEPA Priorities Substances Lists.
CANADIAN WHMIS SYMBOLS: D2-A/D2-B: Materials causing other toxic effects.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

PREPARED BY: CHEMICAL SAFETY ASSOCIATES, Inc.
9163 Chesapeake Drive, San Diego, CA 92123-1002
858/565-0302
DATE OF PRINTING: April 14, 2003

This Material Safety Data Sheet is offered pursuant to OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Other government regulations
must be reviewed for applicability to these products. The information contained herein relates only to the specific product. If the product is combined
with other materials, all component properties must be considered. To the best of the J.W. Harris Company, Inc.’s knowledge, the information and
recommendations contained in this publication are reliable and accurate as of the date of issue. However, accuracy, suitability, or completeness are
not guaranteed, and no warranty, guarantee, or representation, expressed or implied, is made by J.W. Harris Co., Inc. as to the absolute correctness or
sufficiency of any representation contained in this and other publications; J.W. Harris Co., Inc. assumes no responsibility in connection therewith; nor
can it be assumed that all acceptable safety measures may not be required under particular or exceptional conditions or circumstanc es. Data may be
changed from time to time. Be sure to consult the latest edition.

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 DEFINITIONS OF TERMS
A large number of abbreviations and acronyms appear on a MSDS. Some of these, which are commonly used, include the following:
CAS #: This is the Chemical Abstract Service Number, which uniquely identifies each constituent.
EXPOSURE LIMITS IN AIR: FLAMMABILITY LIMITS IN AIR:
ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, a Much of the information related to fire and explosion is derived from the
professional association which establishes exposure limits. TLV - National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Flash Point - Minimum
Threshold Limit Value - an airborne concentration of a substance, which temperature at which a liquid gives off sufficient vapors to form an ignitable
represents conditions under which it is generally believed that nearly all mixture with air. Autoignition Temperature: The minimum temperature
workers, may be repeatedly exposed without adverse effect. The duration required to initiate combustion in air with no other source of ignition. LEL -
must be considered, including the 8-hour Time Weighted Average (TWA), the lowest percent of vapor in air, by volume, that will explode or ignite in
the 15-minute Short Term Exposure Limit, and the instantaneous Ceiling the presence of an ignition source. UEL - the highest percent of vapor in air,
Level (C). Skin absorption effects must also be considered. by volume, that will explode or ignite in the presence of an ignition source.
OSHA - U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
PEL - Permissible Exposure Limit - This exposure value means exactly the Human and Animal Toxicology: Possible health haz ards as derived from
same as a TLV, except that it is enforceable by OSHA. The OSHA human data, animal studies, or from the results of studies with similar
Permissible Exposure Limits are based in the 1989 PELs and the June, compounds are presented. Definitions of some terms used in this section
1993 Air Contaminants Rule (Federal Register: 58: 35338-35351 and 58: are: LD50 - Lethal Dose (solids & liquids) which kills 50% of the exposed
40191). Both the current PELs and the vacated PELs are indicated. The animals; LC50 - Lethal Concentration (gases) which kills 50% of the
phrase, “Vacated 1989 PEL,” is placed next to the PEL, which was vacated exposed animals; ppm concentration expressed in parts of material per
by Court Order. IDLH - Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health - This million parts of air or water; mg/m 3 concentration expressed in weight of
level represents a concentration from which one can escape within 30- substance per volume of air; mg/kg quantity of material, by weight,
minutes without suffering escape-preventing or permanent injury. The DFG administered to a test subject, based on their body weight in kg. Other
- MAK is the Republic of Germany’s Maximum Exposure Level, similar to measures of toxicity include TDLo, the lowest dose to cause a symptom
the U.S. PEL. NIOSH is the National Institute of Occupational Safety and and TCLo the lowest concentration to cause a symptom; TDo, LDLo, and
Health, which is the research arm of the U.S. Occupational Safety and LDo, or TC, TCo, LCLo, and LCo, the lowest dose (or concentration) to
Health Administration (OSHA). NIOSH issues exposure guidelines called cause lethal or toxic effects. Cancer Information: The sources are:
Recommended Exposure Levels (RELs). When no exposure guidelines IARC - the International Agency for Research on Cancer; NTP - the
are established, an entry of NE is made for reference. National Toxicology Program, RTECS - the Registry of Toxic Effects of
HAZARD RATINGS: Chemical Substances, OSHA and CAL/OSHA. IARC and NTP rate
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM: Health Hazard: chemicals on a scale of decreasing potential to cause human cancer with
0 (minimal acute or chronic exposure hazard); 1 (slight acute or chronic rankings from 1 to 4. Subrankings (2A, 2B, etc.) are also used. Other
exposure hazard); 2 (moderate acute or significant chronic exposure Information: BEI - ACGIH Biological Exposure Indices, represent the
hazard); 3 (severe acute exposure hazard; onetime overexposure can levels of determinants which are most likely to be observed in specimens
result in permanent injury and may be fatal); 4 (extreme acute exposure collected from a healthy worker who has been exposed to chemicals to the
hazard; onetime overexposure can be fatal). Flammability Hazard: 0 same extent as a worker with inhalation exposure to the TLV. Ecological
(minimal hazard); 1 (materials that require substantial pre-heating before Information: EC is the effect concentration in water. BCF =
burning); 2 (combustible liquid or solids; liquids with a flash point of 38-93°C Bioconcentration Factor, which is used to determine if a substance will
[100-200°F]); 3 (Class IB and IC flammable liquids with flash points below concentrate in lifeforms which consume contaminated plant or animal
38°C [100°F]); 4 (Class IA flammable liquids with flash points below 23°C matter. Coefficient of Oil/Water Distribution is represented by log Kow or
[73°F] and boiling points below 38°C [100°F]. Reactivity Hazard: 0 log Koc and is used to assess a substance’s behavior in the environment.
(normally stable); 1 (material that can become unstable at elevated REGULATORY INFORMATION:
temperatures or which can react slightly with water); 2 (materials that are This section explains the impact of various laws and regulations on the
unstable but do not detonate or which can react violently with water); 3 material. U.S.: EPA is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. DOT is
(materials that can detonate when initiated or which can react explosively the U.S. Department of Transportation. SARA is the Superfund
with water); 4 (materials that can detonate at normal temperatures or Amendments and Reauthorization Act. TSCA is the U.S. Toxic Substance
pressures). Control Act. CERCLA (or Superfund) refers to the Comprehensive
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION: Health Hazard: 0 Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act. Labeling is per
(material that on exposure under fire conditions would offer no hazard the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z129.1). CANADA:
beyond that of ordinary combustible materials); 1 (materials that on CEPA is the Canadian Environmental Protection Act. WHMIS is the
exposure under fire conditions could cause irritation or minor residual Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System. TC is
injury); 2 (materials that on intense or continued exposure under fire Transport Canada. DSL/NDSL are the Canadian Domestic/Non-Domestic
conditions could cause temporary incapacitation or possible residual injury); Substances Lists. The CPR is the Canadian Product Regulations. This
3 (materials that can on short exposure could cause serious temporary or section also includes information on the precautionary warnings, which
residual injury); 4 (materials that under very short exposure causes death appear, on the materials package label.
or major residual injury). Flammability Hazard and Reactivity Hazard: Refer
to definitions for “Hazardous Materials Identification System”.

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