SDS

SAFTEY Data Sheet (SDS)
Delayed (chronic) Effects by components:
 Iron and Iron oxides: Chronic inhalation of excessive concentrations of iron oxide fumes or dusts may result in the development of a
benign pneumoconiosis, called siderosis, which is observable as an x-ray change. No physical impairment of lung function has been
associated with the siderosis. Inhalation of excessive concentrations of ferric oxide may enhance the risk of lung cancer development
in workers exposed to pulmonary carcinogens. Iron oxide is listed as a Group 3 (Non-classifiable) carcinogen by the International
Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).
 Manganese and manganese oxides: Chronic exposure to high concentrations of manganese fumes and dusts may adversely affect the
central nervous system with symptoms including languor, sleepiness, weakness, emotional disturbances, spastic gait, mask-like facial
expression and paralysis. Animal studies indicate that manganese exposure may increase susceptibility to bacterial and viral infections.
Occupational over exposure (manganese) is a progressive, disabling neurological syndrome that typically begins with relatively mild
symptoms and evolves to include altered gait, fine tremor, and sometimes psychiatric disturbances. May cause damage to lungs with
repeated or prolonged exposure. Neurobehavioral alterations in worker populations exposed to manganese oxides include: speed and
coordination of motor function are specially impaired.
 Nickel and nickel oxides: Exposure to nickel dusts and fumes can cause sensitization dermatitis, respiratory irritation, asthma,
pulmonary fibrosis, edema, it may cause nasal or lung cancer in humans. Nickel causes damage to lungs through prolonged or
repeated inhalation exposure. IARC list nickel and certain nickel compounds as Group 2B carcinogens (sufficient animal data). ACGIH
2013 TLVs® and BEIs® list insoluble nickel compounds as confirmed human carcinogens. Nickel is suspected damaging the unborn
child.
 Silicon and silicon oxides: Silicon dusts are a low health risk by inhalation and should be treated as a nuisance dust. Eye contact with
pure material can cause particulate irritation. Skin contact with silicon dusts may cause physical abrasion.
Section 12 – Ecological Information
12(a) Ecotoxicity (aquatic & terrestrial): No Data Available for Coated Steel Sheet as sold/shipped. However, individual components of the
product when processed have been found to be toxic to the environment. Metal dusts may migrate into soil and groundwater and be ingested
by wildlife as follows:
 Iron Oxide: LC
50
:>1000 mg/L; Fish 48 h-EC
50
> 100 mg/L (Currenta, 2008k); 96 h-LC
0
≥ 50,000 mg/L Test substance: Bayferrox 130 red
(95 – 97% Fe
2
0
3
; < 4% SiO
2
and A1
2
O
3
) (Bayer, 1989a)
 Hexavalent Chrome: EU RAR listed as category 1, found acute EC
50
LD
50
to algae and invertebrates < 1 mg.
 Nickel Oxide: IUCLID found LC
50
in fish, invertebrates and algae > 100 mg/1.
12(b) Persistence & Degradability: No Data Available for Coated Steel Sheet as sold/shipped or individual components.
12(c) Bio accumulative Potential: No Data Available for Coated Steel Sheet as sold/shipped or individual components.
12(d) Mobility (in soil): No data available for Coated Steel Sheet as sold/shipped or individual components. However, individual components of
the product have been found to be absorbed by plants from soil.
12(e) Other adverse effects: None Known
Additional Information:
Hazard Category: Not Reported Signal Word: No Signal Word
Hazard symbol: No Symbol
Hazard Statement: No Statement
Section 13 – Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Steel scrap should be recycled whenever possible. Product dusts and fumes from processing operations should also be recycled, or
classified by a competent environmental professional and disposed if in accordance with applicable federal, state or local regulations.
Container Cleaning and Disposal: Follow applicable federal, state and local regulations. Observe safe handling precautions. European Waste
Catalogue (EWC): 16-01-17 (ferrous metals), 12-01-99 (wastes not otherwise specified), 16-03-04 (off specification batches and unused
products), or 15-01-04 (metallic packaging).
Please note this information is for Coated Steel Sheet in its original form. Any alterations can void this information.
14(a-g) Transportation Information:
US Department of Transportation (DOT) under 49 CFR 172.101 does not regulate Coated Steel Sheet as a Hazardous material. All federal, state,
and local laws and regulations that may apply to the transport of this type of material must be adhered to.
Shipping Name: Not Applicable (NA)
Shipping Symbols: NA
Hazard Class: NA
UN No: NA
Packing Group: NA
DOT/IMO Label: NA
Packaging Authorizations
a) Exceptions: NA
b) Group: NA
Authorization: NA
Quantity Limitations
a) Passenger, Aircraft, or Railcar: NA
b) Cargo Aircraft Only: NA
Vessel Stowage Requirements
a) Vessel Stowage: NA
b) Other: NA
DOT Reportable Quantities: NA
International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) and the Regulations Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail (RID)
classification, packaging and shipping requirements follow the US DOT Hazardous Material Regulation.