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| While the flux in SWIF 95 is essentially non-corrosive to metals, it can burn when it contacts eyes or internal human tissues. |
From MSDS
Routes of Entry:
Inhalation: YES
Skin: Yes
Ingestion: YES
Health Hazards: Chronic antimony poisoning causes skin pustules, bleeding gums, conjunctivitis, laryngitis, headache, weight loss, and anemia. Acute poisoning can cause nausea, vomiting and severe diarrhea with mucous, and blood, hemorrhagic nephritis & hepatitis may also occur.
Signs And Symptoms of Exposure: INGESTION: Severe damage to internal organs (esophagus & pylorus) will occur if swallowed in large quantities. Antimony is strongly irritating to mucous membranes and to tissue. INHALATION: Dust from "dried down" product can cause injury to respiratory tract. Severe exposure can cause lung damage. SKIN CONTACT: Prolonged contact causes burns, skin irritation with discomfort with rash. EYE CONTACT: Will cause eye irritation with discomfort, tearing or blurring of vision.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated By Exposure: Advanced stages of antimony poisoning may cause fatty degeneration of the liver and other organs. The gastrointestinal tract shows marked congestion and edema.
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From MSDS
INHALATION: Dust from "dried down" product can cause injury to respiratory tract. Severe exposure can cause lung damage. SKIN CONTACT: Prolonged contact causes burns, skin irritation with discomfort with rash.
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From MSDS
NTP? NO IARC? NO OSHA Regulated? NO
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From MSDS
INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, dilute by giving large quantities of water or milk. Call a physician immediately. INHALATION: If excess dust from dried product is inhaled remove to fresh air, if not breathing, give artificial respiration preferably mouth to mouth. If breathing is difficult give oxygen. Call a physician. SKIN CONTACT: Wash affected skin area with soapy water. Remove contaminated clothing. If burn or rash appears consult a physician. EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Consult a physician.
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0 = Minimal; 1 = Slight; 2 = Moderate; 3 = Serious; 4 = Severe;
N = No information provided by manufacturer; * = Chronic Health Hazard |
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Handling/Disposal
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From MSDS
Precautions To Be Taken In Handling And Storing:
If handling in large quantities, rubber gloves and face shield recommended.
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From MSDS
Landfill, to dispose of large quantities, comply with federal, state and local regulations.
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