KALCO METALS, INCORPORATED

 

 

 

 


MATERIAL  SAFETY  DATA  SHEET

 

We believe the following information is accurate.  It is offered in good faith but without warranty – express or implied.

Since conditions of use are beyond our control, all risks of use are assumed by the user.  Nothing herein shall be construed as a recommendation for uses which infringe on valid patents.

 

SECTION I – GENERAL INFORMATION

 

Manufacturer                          Kalco Metals, Incorporated               Date Prepared                              12/ 24/ 2002

                                                                650 Broadway Avenue                                                       

                                                                Farrell, Pennsylvania 16121                Emergency Telephone Number    (724) 347-2208

 


                Identity/ Trade Name              Nickel-Chromium-Molybdenum Dental Alloy (All Sizes)

 

 

                SECTION II – INGREDIENTS / IDENTITY INFORMATION

 


            Material or Component

               

                BASE METAL       CAS NUMBER     % COMPOSITION               OSHA PEL            ACGIH TLV

                                                                                     BY WEIGHT                     (mg/ m3)                   (mg/ m3)

 


                Nickel, Ni                                                              55 – 83                          5.0                             5.0

 


                Iron, Fe                                                                   < 3.0                            10.0                           5.0

                               

                Molybdenum, Mo                                              2.0 – 12.0                        5.0                             5.0

 

 


                Chromium, Cr                                                    15.0 – 30.0                       10.0                          10.0

               

 

 

SECTION III – PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

           

            Material at Normal Conditions      SOLID      Boiling Pt.                   4700 - 5200 F      Melting Pt.          2300 – 2850 F

 


Specific Gravity                   App. 6.0 – 6.5     Solubility in Water         Insoluble          pH                                NA 

 


Reactivity in Water    None                                                               Appearance /Odor   Metallic appearance; no odor

           

               

 

                SECTION IV – FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

 


            Flash Point    NA       Flammable Limits    NA       Extinguishing Media      Non Flammable; Preferably Dry Powder

 


Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards   None

 

 

 

                                                                                                NA = Not Applicable

                SECTION V – REACTIVITY DATA

 


            Stable Under Normal Conditions     YES               Conditions to Avoid    NONE    

 


                Materials to Avoid                                  Anhydrous Bromine; Chlorine; Fluorine; Strong Oxidizers & Acids

 


                Hazardous Decomposition Products     May Release Metal Oxide Fumes By Thermal Decomposition

 


                Hazardous Polymerization Possible       NO

 

 

                SECTION VI – HEALTH HAZARDS DATA

 


Routes of Entry                                        Inhalation, Ingestion, Skin, and Eyes if material machined

 


                Acute and Chronic Health Hazards        Some Individuals May Experience an Allergic Reaction to Nickel and

                                                                                And / or Nickel based products

 


                Signs and Symptoms of Exposure           Eye – Irritation; Skin – Possible Irritation to Sensitive Skin;

                                                                                Respiratory – Possible Irritation

 


                Emergency and First Aid Procedures    Eye and Skin – Flush with Copious Amounts of Water

                                                                                Respiratory – Remove to Fresh Air; Consult Physician If Necessary

 

                SECTION VII – PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE

 


Precautions Taken in Handling and Storage          Material May Oxide in Air to Form Rust so Keep Material       Covered and Dry; Do Not Mix Wet Material with Molten      Metal

 


                Steps to be Taken if Material is Spilled                   Normal Cleanup

 


Waste Disposal Method                                          According to the Requirements of 40 CFR Subtitle C and       other Applicable Federal, State, and Local Regulations

 

 

 

                SECTION VIII – CONTROL MEASURES

 


            Respiratory Protection:           Select and Use Respirators According to OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1910.134

 


                Ventilation Requirements:       Local Exhaust and General Ventilation

 


Local Exhaust:                        Use Local Exhaust During Welding, Cutting, or Milling to Avoid Exposure to  Metal Oxide Fumes

 


Mechanical:                            Good General Ventilation During Handling of Solid Material Should be Used to Control Dust Generated

 


                Protective Gloves:                  Gloves Recommended During Handling to Prevent Cuts and Abrasions

 


                Eye Protection:                        Safety Glasses or Goggles

 


                Other Protective Clothing:      Safety Toe Footwear