COPPER |
Hazard Statements
Contact with dust or fume may cause local irritation. Embedded copper particles in the eye result in a brownish or greenbrown discoloration of the cornea, lens and iris (chalcosis) which may progress to serious ocular complications.
Copper dust may be irritating to the nasal passages and the throat with a sweetish, metallic taste and excessive salivation
Ingestion of copper metal may cause metallic taste and gastrointestinal irritation
Prolonged exposure to copper dust or fume can cause irritation to the eye and skin.
Copper metal is not irritating to skin other than by direct abrasive action of metal particles on skin tissue.
Precautionary Statements
Use adequate local or general ventilation to maintain the concentration of copper
Gloves and coveralls or other work clothing are recommended to prevent prolonged or repeated direct skin contact when copper is processed. Appropriate eye protection should be worn where fume or dust is generated. Where hot or molten metal is handled, heat resistant gloves, goggles or face shield, and clothing to protect from hot metal splash and radiant heat should be worn. Safety type boots are recommended.
Where copper dust or fumes are generated and cannot be controlled to within acceptable levels by engineering means, use appropriate NIOSH-approved respiratory protection equipment (a 42CFR84 Class N, R or P-95 particulate filter cartridge as a minimum).
Manufacturer information
Name
Flinn Scientific, Inc.
Phone
8004521261
Address
P.O. Box 219
Batavia, IL 60510
HMIS
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