MSDS

1) INHALATION:
Lead compounds: Inhalation of lead dust or fumes may cause irritation of upper
respiratory tract and lungs.
2) INGESTION:
Lead compounds: Acute ingestion may cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting,
diarrhea and severe cramping. This may lead rapidly to systemic toxicity and must be
treated by a physician.
2) SKIN CONTACT:
Lead compounds: Not absorbable through the skin.
3) EYE CONTACT:
Lead compounds: May cause eye irritation.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS WHICH CAN BE AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:
Overexposure to sulphuric acid mist may cause lung damage and aggravate
pulmonary conditions. Contact of sulphuric acid with skin may aggravate skin diseases
such as eczema and contact dermatitis. Lead and it’s compounds can aggravate some
of kidney, liver and neurologic diseases.
POTENTIAL TO CAUSE CANCER:
Lead compounds: Lead is listed as a 2B carcinogen, likely in animals at extreme doses.
Proof of carcinogenicity in humans is lacking at present.
5.EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
1) INHALATION:
Lead: Remove from exposure, gargle, wash nose and lips, consult physician.
2) INGESTION:
Lead: Consult physician immediately.
3) SKIN:
Lead: Wash immediately with soap and water.
1) EYES:
Lead: Flush immediately with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, consult
physician.
6.FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
INORGANIC LEAD COMPOUND IS NOT A COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL, NOR WILL
IT EXPLODE UNDER CONDITION OF NORMAL USE.
FLASH POINT: Not applicable
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LEL=4.1% (Hydrogen Gas)
UEL=74.2%
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: CO
2; foam; dry chemical
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Wear full body protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus with
positive pressure and full-face piece.