MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

I.  PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Manufacturer/Supplier:

ESPI Metals

1050 Benson Way, Ashland, OR 97520

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Product Name:       Alloy C276

II.  HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

Hazardous                                      Range Percent           ACGIH/TLV              OSHA/PEL

Component          CAS Number         by Weight                  mg/m³                    mg/m³

Nickel                     7440-02-0                50-60                       1.0                          1.0

Molybdenum           7439-98-7                15-17                        10                           15

Chromium               7440-47-3               14.5-16.5                  0.5                          1.0

Iron                        7439-89-6                 4-7                         5.0 (fume)               10.0 (fume)

Tungsten                7440-33-7                 3-4.5                        5.0                          -

Cobalt                    7440-48-7                2.5 max                     0.1 (dust)                0.1 (fume/dust)

Manganese              7439-96-5               1.0 max                     1.0 (fume)               5.0

Carbon                   7440-44-0                0.010 max                 3.5                          3.5

Vanadium               1314-62-1                0.35 max                  0.05 (fume)              0.1 (fume)

III.  PHYSICAL DATA

Boiling Point:                 N/E

Melting Point:                 1325 - 1370 ^oC

Specific Gravity:             8.89 g/cc

Solubility in H₂O:            Insoluble

Appearance and Odor:    Silver-gray metallic solid, no odor

IV.  FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA

Flash Point:  N/A                                                                                                  

Autoignition Temperature:  N/E

Explosion Limits:  Lower:  N/A         Upper:  N/A

Extinguishing Media:  For solids, use suitable extinguishing media for surrounding material and type of fire.  Powder fires should be extinguished with a class D extinguisher or other metal fire extinguishing agents.

Special Firefighting Procedures:  Firefighters must wear full face, self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:  Finely divided material such as dust, shavings, etc.  may be combustible and may be ignited by heat, sparks, or flames.  May burn rapidly with flare-burning effect.  Fire may produce irritating or poisonous gases.  High concentrations of airborne dust in an enclosed area can explode or burn if exposed to a source of ignition.  Use of water on finely divided material may cause explosive hydrogen gas and heat to be evolved.

V.  HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

Effects of Exposure:

To the best of our knowledge the chemical, physical and toxicological properties of nickel alloy c276 have not been thoroughly investigated and recorded.

No toxic effects would be expected from exposure to the solid form of this specialty metal.  Prolonged repeated exposure to fumes or dusts generated during heating, cutting, brazing or welding may or may not cause adverse health effects associated with the listed constituents in excess of OSHA permissible exposure limits.  Important:  Determine actual exposure by industrial hygienic monitoring.

Under normal handling and use, exposure to massive forms of nickel presents few health hazards.  If, however, massive forms are converted to particulates, then both acute and chronic health hazards are possible.  Nickel is a confirmed carcinogen with experimental carcinogenic, neoplastigenic, tumorigenic and teratogenic data.  Poison by ingestion, intratracheal, intraperitoneal, subcutaneous and intravenous routes.  Ingestion of soluble salts causes nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.  Hypersensitivity to nickel is common and can cause allergic contact dermatitis, pulmonary asthma, conjunctivitis and inflammatory reactions around nickel containing medical implants and prosthesis.

Chromium is a confirmed human carcinogen with experimental tumorigenic data.  Also a human poison by ingestion with gastrointestinal effects.

Molybdenum and its compounds are highly toxic based upon animal experiments.  Symptoms of acute poisoning include severe gastrointestinal irritation with diarrhea, coma and deaths from heart failure.  Experimental animals exposed to high levels accumulated molybdenum in the lungs, spleen and heart, and showed a decrease of DNA and RNA in the liver, kidneys and spleen. (Sax, Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials)

Acute Effects:

Inhalation:  Exposure to high concentrations of metallic fumes or dusts may result in irritation of the respiratory tract and/or sensitization of the lungs and other mucous membranes.  Excessive inhalation of fumes from many metals can produce an acute reaction known as ‘metal fume fever’.

Ingestion:  Ingestion of harmful amounts of product as distributed is unlikely due to its solid, insoluble form.  Ingestion of dust may cause nausea and/or vomiting.  Serious effects may occur if large amounts of dust are swallowed.

Skin:  Exposure to dust may cause irritation or sensitization, possibly leading to dermatitis.

Eyes:  Exposure to high concentrations of fumes or dusts may cause irritation and/or sensitization.

Chronic Effects:

Inhalation:  May cause allergic sensitization and asthma, lung inflammation, pneumonitis, pneumonia, bronchitis, siderosis (benign lung disease caused by inhaling iron particles), diffuse pulmonary fibrosis, nasal perforation and nasal cavity damage.

Ingestion:  Large or repeated doses may cause central nervous system damage, possibly permanent, liver damage, gout and inflammation of the joints.

Skin:  May cause dermatitis.

Eyes:  May cause eye inflammation.

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:

INHALATION:  Remove to fresh air, keep warm and quiet, give oxygen if breathing is difficult, seek medical attention.

INGESTION:  Give 1-2 glasses of milk or water and induce vomiting, seek medical attention.  Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

SKIN:  Remove contaminated clothing, brush material off skin, wash contaminated area with mild soap and water.  If irritation persists seek medical attention.

EYE:  Flush eyes, including upper and lower eyelids, with lukewarm water.  If irritation persists seek medical attention.

VI.  REACTIVITY DATA

Stability:  Stable

Conditions to Avoid:  Avoid creating finely divided, concentrated airborne particulates in the presence of ignition sources.

Incompatibility (Material to Avoid):  Oxidizers, strong acids; reacts with strong acids to form explosive hydrogen gas and heat.

Hazardous Decomposition Products:  Metal oxide fume, hydrogen.

Hazardous Polymerization:  Will not occur.

VII.  SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled:  Sweep or scoop up.  For powder spills:  Wear respiratory and protective equipment specified in section VIII.  Extinguish all sources of ignition.  Isolate spill area and provide ventilation.  Sweep or vacuum up spill using a high efficiency particulate absolute (HEPA) air filter and place in a closed container for proper disposal.  Take care not to raise dust.

Waste Disposal Method:   In accordance with Local, State and  Federal Waste Disposal Regulations.

VIII.  SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Respiratory Protection:  NIOSH approved respirators if fumes, misting or dust condition occurs.

Ventilation Requirements:  General exhaust is recommended (to keep airborne concentration of dust and fumes below ACGIH-TLV's).  Use local exhaust as required.

Eye Protection:  Recommended approved safety glasses or goggles when working with dusty material.

Gloves:  As required

Other Protective Clothing or Equipment:  Adequate footwear and clothing that protects skin from prolonged or repeated contact.  Change clothing if there is a reasonable probability of contamination.

IX.  SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage:  No special storage precautions are required for material in solid form.  Store in a cool, dry area. 

Other Precautions:  Avoid breathing of and contact with fumes and dusts during processing.  Handle and store away from incompatible materials.

Work Practices:  Implement engineering and work practice controls to reduce and maintain concentration of exposure at low levels.  Use good housekeeping and sanitation practices.  Do not use tobacco or food in work area.  Wash thoroughly before eating and smoking.  Do not blow dust off clothing or skin with compressed air.  Maintain eyewash of sustained flushing, safety drench shower and facilities for washing.

TSCA Listed:  All components are listed

DOT Regulations:

Hazard Class:          None

The above information is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide.  ESPI shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.

Issued by:                 S. Dierks

Revised/Verified:        May 2011