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, the user assumes all risks of use.  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                              4/ 4/ 2005

                                                                650 Broadway Avenue                                                       

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

 


                Identity/ Trade Name              Nickel-Chromium-Molybdenum-Beryllium (with and without Cobalt addition)                                                                                                                                     Dental Alloys (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                                                            55.5 – 93.0                      1.0                             1.0

 


                Beryllium, Be                                                      0.90 – 2.5                        5.0 ug/m3                  2.0 ug/m3

                               

                Molybdenum, Mo                                              2.0 – 15.0                        5.0                             5.0

 


Chromium, Cr                                                     4.0 – 20.0                        1.0                            1.0

               

 


Cobalt, Co                                                           0.01 – 7.0                        0.5                            0.5

 

SECTION III – PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

           

            Material at Normal Conditions      SOLID      Boiling Pt.                   4700 - 5200 F      Melting Pt.          2110 – 2280 F

 


Specific Gravity                   App. 7.5 – 8.0     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 along with Beryllium, Also Possible

Carcinogen.

 


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

                                                                                Respiratory – Possible Irritation, This Compound in Dust or Fume Form

                                                                                Is Suspected to Cause Lung Damage/Disease and Possible Carcinogen!

 


                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 so Keep Material Covered and Dry;

Do Not Mix Wet Material with Molten Metal;

                                                                                Prevent Powdering in Air, use containerized disposal

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

Exposure Control/Personal Protection                   General, Local Ventilation and Exhaust Filtration (HEPA filters)

Should be Used.  Respirator, Goggles, Gloves or NIOSH-

Approved Clothing Should also be Employed.  Periodic Chest

X-ray and Lung Function Test to Monitor Possible Effects of

Dust and Fume Exposure.

               

 

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, HEPA Filters

 


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

Metal Oxide Fumes and Dust

 


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 or Other NIOSH Approved Protective Clothing