SAFETY DATA SHEET. Voluntary product information based on the format of a safety data sheet for organic bonded abrasives

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1 Voluntary product information based on the format of a safety data sheet for organic bonded abrasives 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION 1.1. Identification of the product: All organic bonded cutting and grinding discs Use of the product: Organic bonded cutting and grinding discs for cutting or grinding different materials. Steel, Stainless steel, Cast iron, Building materials, Natural stone see name of the item (label) 1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet: Supplier Name: Vanguard Steel Ltd Head Office Address: 2160 Meadowpine Blvd. Mississauga, Ontario L5N6H6 Canada Telephone: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION 2.1. Classification: Not applicable Abrasives are articles and not dangerous substances or mixtures according to directive 1999/45/EC or Regulation (EC) N 1272/2008. See also section 8 and Label elements: Abrasives are articles and not dangerous substances or mixtures and therefore no labelling is required according to directive 1999/45/EC or Regulation (EC) N 1272/ Other hazards: Not known 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS The product contains the following classified ingredients: Name CAS EG Nr. (ELINCS/EINECS) Concentration area Classification H-statements Kryolith % Specifi c Target Organ Toxicity (repeated exposure), Category 1; Acute toxicity, Category 4, oral; Acute toxicity, Category 4, inhalation; Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Chronic Category 2 H372 H302 H332 H411 P273 P314 (For the full text of the H-statement see section 16 1

2 4. FIRST AID MEASURES See also section 8 and 16 Inhalation: Eye contact: Skin contact: Ingestion: Not to physician: Not possible, due to the form of the product Not possible, due to the form of the product No harmful effects known Not likely, due to the form of the product Not available 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES 5.1. Extinguishing media: Extinguishing media: water, foam, sand, powder or C02 as appropriate for surrounding materials 5.2. Special hazards arising from the product: Toxic fumes may occur. Use respiratory protective equipment Advice for fire fighters: Extinguishing materials should be selected according to the surrounding area. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Not applicable 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Follow instructions of grinding machine manufactures and the relevant national regulations. In addition, observe 2

3 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Before grinding risk assessment should be performed and individual personal protection measures adopted accordingly Occupational exposure limit values and/or biological limits values Keep exposure to the following components under surveillance (Observe the regional offi cial regulations for dust) Name CAS Specification Concentration limits (daily average value) Peak-Limitation Kryolith TRGS 900 (D) 2,5 mg/m 3 (Period 15 min, average;4 times Exceeding coeffi cient=2 per shift; periodic time 1h) Note: Hazardous dust of workpiece material may be generated during grinding and/or sanding operations. National regulations for dust exposure limit values have to be taken into consideration Exposure controls Occupational exposure controls Observe the regional offi cial regulations for dust Respiratory protection: Use respiratory equipment Hand protection: Wear protective gloves Eye protection: Wear protective goggles or face shield Hearing protection: Use hearing protection Body protection: Use protective clothing 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 9.1. Physical state: solid 9.2. Colour: Solubility in water: Non-soluble 3

4 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Reactivity Coated Abrasives are stable when handled or stored correctly Chemical stability No decomposition in normal use Possibility of hazardous reactions No dangerous reactions known Conditions to avoid Coated Abrasives are stable when handled or stored correctly Incompatible materials No dangerous reactions known Hazardous decomposition products At temperatures exceeding 250 C hazardous or toxic decomposition products may be generated. 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION No toxicological effects if inhaled or swallowed or with eye or skin contact are known. See also section ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Toxicity No effects known Persistence and degradability No biodegradable potentials known Bioaccumulative potential No potentials known Mobility in soil No potentials known Results of PBT and vpvb assessment Not relevant Other adverse effects No effects known. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Product Follow national and regional regulations! Due to the ingredients (sum concentration above the limit) disposal as hazardous waste (2000/532/EC) (EWC Nr ) Packing Follow national and regional regulations! 4

5 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION The product is not covered by international regulation on the transport of dangerous goods. 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION No specifi c marking requirements under respective EC directives 16. OTHER INFORMATION Hazard statements referred according to Regulation (EC) N 1272/2008 and according to Directive 67/548/EWC: H372 - Causes damage to organs throught proloned or repeated exposure H302 - Harmful if swallowed H332 - Harmful if inhaled H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects P273 - avoid release into environment P314 - consult medical attendance P281 - use required personal protective equipment The above information is based on our current standard of knowledge and does not constitute any warranty of conditions of the product. The information does not form part of any contractual agreement. It remains the user s responsibility to adhere existing laws and regulations. 5