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Product Name: Radio Shack 951 Low Residue Soldering Paste Flux
Form: paste
Product Category: Arts & Crafts » Solder » electronics
Arts & Crafts » Solder » electronics
Home Maintenance » Electronics » soldering flux
Inside the Home » Electronics » solder
Customer Service: 800-843-7422
Date Entered: 2001-08-13
Related Items: Products with similar usage in this database
Manufacturer
Manufacturer: Radio Shack
(Distributor)
Address: 300 Radio Shack Circle
City: Fort Worth
State: TX
Zip Code: 76102
Telephone Number: 817-415-3700
Fax Number: 817-415-6880
Toll Free Number: 800-843-7422
Date Info Verified: 2007-02-07
Related Items: Products by this manufacturer
The following information (Health Effects, Handling/Disposal, and Ingredients) is taken from the product label and/or the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) prepared by the manufacturer. The National Library of Medicine does not test products nor does it evaluate information from the product label or the MSDS.
Health Effects
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Acute Health Effects: From MSDS
Primary ROUTES OF ENTRY; Eyes, Inhalation, Ingestion
TARGET ORGANS. Eyes, skin. mucous membranes and respiratory system.

EFFECTS OF ACUTE (severe short-term) EXPOSURE:
INHALATION. Fumes during soldering may irritate mucous membranes and respiratory system. High concentrations can cause headache and nausea.
SKIN CONTACT: Local irritation
SKIN ABSORPTION: None.
EYE CONTACT: Irritation from contact with liquid and smoke from soldering.
INGESTION: Burning sensation in the digestive tract.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:
Chemical hypersensitivity, asthma and other respiratory conditions.
Chronic Health Effects: From MSDS
Continued breathing of high concentrations of alcohol vapors can affect the liver and central nervous system.
Carcinogenicity: From MSDS
Not Listed by NTP, OSHA, or IARC
First Aid: From MSDS
Seek medical assistance for further treatment, observation and support if needed.

EYE CONTACT: Flush eyes with plenty of water and get medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air.
INGESTION: Induce vomiting and get prompt medical attention.
Health Rating: 1
Flammability Rating: 3
Reactivity Rating: 0
HMIS Rating Scale: 0 = Minimal; 1 = Slight; 2 = Moderate; 3 = Serious; 4 = Severe; 
N = No information provided by manufacturer; * = Chronic Health Hazard
MSDS Date: 1999-10-15
Handling/Disposal
Handling: From MSDS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE:
CAUTION! Empty containers may contain product residue. Observe all label precautions.

Avoid eye contact. Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact. Avoid breathing smoke/fumes generated during soldering. Store away from sources of ignition. Store at temperatures above 32oF (0oC). Open containers cautiously to allow venting of any internal pressure.

Wash hands thoroughly before eating or smoking.
Disposal: From MSDS
According to local regulations, usually by incineration. EPA Hazardous Waste Number is D001. Hazard Class is ignitable waste.
Ingredients from MSDS/Label
ChemicalCAS No / Unique IDPercent
Surfactant(s)000000-46-0<1
Ethanol/SD Alcohol 40000064-17-573
Methanol000067-56-1<3
Isopropanol000067-63-015
Butyl acetate000123-86-47
Carboxylic acids, C5-9068603-84-9<3
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