MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

I.  PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Manufacturer/Supplier:

ESPI Metals

1050 Benson Way, Ashland, OR 97520

Toll Free (800) 638-2581 * Fax (541) 488-8313

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Product Name:       Invar                                                                      

II.  HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

Hazardous Components:         Nickel                  Iron 

CAS Number:                           7440-02-0            7439-89-6

Percent (%):                           36                       Balance

OSHA/PEL:                              1.0 mg/m³           10 mg/m³

ACGIH/TLV:                            1.5 mg/m³            5 mg/m³

All other elements are trace elements only.

III.  PHYSICAL DATA

Melting Point (Base Metal):   1450 ^oC 

Specific Gravity:                    8.12 gm/cc

Appearance and Odor:          Bright, grey or black, no odor.

IV.  FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

Flash Point:  N/E or N/A 

Autoignition Temperature:  N/E or N/A

Explosive Limits:  Lower:  N/A         Upper:  N/A

Extinguishing Media:  Use suitable extinguishing media for surrounding material and type of fire.

Special Fire Fighting Procedures:  No hazard in solid form.

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazard:  No hazard.

V.  HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

Effects of Exposure:

Steel products in the natural state do not present an inhalation, ingestion or contact hazard. However, operations such as burning, welding, sawing, brazing and grinding may release fumes and/or dusts which may present health hazards if TLV's are exceeded.

Acute Effects:

Inhalation:  Fumes may irritate respiratory system.

Ingestion:  No data

Skin:  No data

Eye:  Fumes may irritate eyes.

Chronic Effects:  No data

Major Exposure Hazard:  Inhalation.

Carcinogenicity:  Possible carcinogen.

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:

INHALATION:   Seek fresh air and medical aid immediately.

INGESTION:  No data.  Seek medical attention.

SKIN:  Flush with water and seek medical attention if irritation develops or persists.

EYE:   Flush with water.  Seek medical attention if irritation develops or persists.

VI.  REACTIVITY DATA

Stability:  Stable

Conditions to Avoid:  No data

Incompatibility (Material to Avoid):  Strong acids or caustic soda, oxidizing agents, oxygen, halogens.

Hazardous Decomposition Products:  Metallic dust or fumes.

Hazardous Polymerization:  Will not occur.

VII.  SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled:  Sweep up and place in container for disposal.  Avoid raising dust.

Waste Disposal Method:  Dispose of according to Local, State, and Federal Regulations.

VIII.  SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Respiratory Protection:  Approved dust and fume respirators.

Ventilation:  Use adequate ventilation to ensure that exposure levels are kept at a minimum.

Protective Gloves:  Rubber gloves.

Eye Protection:  Safety glasses and goggles.

IX.  SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage:  Wet machine or grind with lubricating, cutting or grinding fluids.  DO NOT BREATH DUSTS OR FUMES.  WEAR PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR WHEN MACHINING.

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

DOT Regulations:

Rod, Wire, Sheet, Foils:

                  Hazard Class:                  None

Powders:

                  Hazard Class:                    4.1

                  Identification Number:     3089

                  Packing Group:                  II

                  Proper Shipping Name      Metal powder, flammable, n.o.s. (iron/nickel)

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.