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SAFETY DATA SHEET
GALVANIZED STEEL
METAL FRAMING PRODUCTS
Section 1 - Identification
1(a) Product Identifier Used on Label: Metal Framing, Channel [single and/or combinations] with suffix – PG
1(b) Other Means of Identification: Galvanized Carbon Steel Channel [continuous slotted, pierced or non-pierced]
1(c) Recommended Use of the Chemical and Restrictions on Use: None
1(d) Name, Address and Telephone Number of the Manufacturer:
Atkore International, Inc.
16100 South Lathrop Avenue
Harvey, IL 60426
[phone]
Section 2 - Hazard(s) Identification
*Note: Steel products as sold by Atkore International are not hazardous. However, operations such as burning, welding,
sawing, brazing, grinding, and possibly machining, etc., which result in elevating the temperature of the product to or
above its melting point or result in the generation of airborne particulates, may present health hazards.
2(a) Hazard Symbol, Hazard Classification, Signal Word and Hazard Statement:
Hazard Symbol
Hazard Classification
Signal Word
Hazard Statement
■ Carcinogenicity – 2
■ Reproductive Toxicology – 2
■ Target Organ Systemic Toxicity - Repeated
Exposure - 1
DANGER
H315 – Causes skin irritation.
H317 – May cause an allergic skin
reaction
H334 – May cause allergy or asthma
symptoms or breathing difficulties if
inhaled.
H335 – May cause respiratory irritation.
H351 – Suspected of causing
cancer
H401 – Toxic to aquatic life
■ Acute Toxicity – Oral 4
■ Respiratory or Skin Sensitization – 2
■ Target Organ Systemic Toxicity - Single
Exposure - 3
2(b) Precautionary Statements:
P261 – Avoid breathing dust/fume; P264 – Wash thoroughly after handling; P270 – Do not eat, drink or smoke while
using this product; P271 – Use only outdoors in well ventilated areas; P272 – Contaminated Work Clothing must not be
allowed out of the workplace; P273 – Avoid release to the Environment; P280 – Wear protective gloves/protective
clothing/eye protection/face protection; P302 – If on skin: Wash with plenty of water and seek medical attention if
irritation or rash occurs; P304/340 – If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable
for breathing; P308 – If exposed or concerned: Seek medical advice; P309 – If exposed and feel unwell: Seek medical
attention; P363 – Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
2(c) Hazards Not Otherwise Classified: None Known
2(d) Unknown Acute Toxicity Statement (mixture): None Known
1(e) Emergency Phone Number: [phone] (24 Hours)