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Chemical and Synonyms: none
CAS No.: none
Trade Name and Synonyms: SOLAR FLUX TYPE B
UN NO.: none
Chemical Family: none
Formula: Trade secret per 29 CFR 191.1200(i)(1) & Appendix D

Material or Component: Free crystalline silica as a component of silicon dioxide, a chemical know to the state of California to cause cancer.
CAS No.: 14808-60-7
Percentage: 6 - 12%
Hazard Data: ACGIH TLV for free crystalline silica is 0.1 mg/m³. Repeated inhalation and prolonged over-exposure above TLV could result in delayed lung injury (silicosis) or cancer.

Non-hazardous ingredients: 88 - 94%

Boiling Point, 760mm Hg: 3060° F.
Melting Point: none
Specific Gravity (H₂O = 1): 2.2
Vapor Pressure: none
Vapor Density (Air = 1): none
Solubility in H₂O, & by wt.: 4.2 gm/ml
% Volatiles by Volume: none
Evaporation Rate: zero
Appearance and Odor: dark gray powder, odorless
PH (as is), PH at dilution: not applicable

Flash Point: none
Auto Ignition Temperature: none
Flammable Limits in Air, % by Volume: none
Lower/Upper: none
Extinguishing Media: any
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: none - water may be used
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazard: none

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Routes of Exposure / Hazard Classification / Basis for Classification / Source
Inhalation: Solar Flux is primarily a nuisance dust. But see section II (above), Hazardous Ingredients, for data on Silica component.
Skin Contact: nuisance dust
Skin Absorption: none
Eye Contact: nuisance dust
Ingestion: nuisance dust

Effects of Overexposure
Acute Overexposure and Chronic Overexposure: See section II (above), Hazardous ingredients

Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Eyes: Rinse with water. If irritation occurs and persists, see a doctor.
Skin: Wash with soap and water. If irritation occurs and persists, see a doctor.
Inhalation: Keep area well-ventilated to prevent inhaling dust. No special first aid procedures required unless enormous quantities inhaled.
Ingestion: Drink plenty of water and induce vomiting. See a doctor.

Notes to Physician: Not applicable

Conditions contributing to Instability: none
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): none
Hazardous Decomposition Products: none
Conditions Contributing to Hazardous Polymerization: none

Steps to Be Taken if Material is Released or Spilled: Inert dry powder. Sweep up and discard in solid waste.
Neutralizing Chemicals: not applicable
Waste Desposal Method of Spill or Leak: Dispose of in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Not classified as toxic waste.

Ventilation Requirements: Well-ventilated area. Local exhaust. Standard for welding.

Specific Personal Protective Equipment
Respiratory (specify in detail): standard for welding
Eye: standard for welding
Gloves: standard for welding
Other Clothing and Equipment: standard for welding

Labeling Information and Warnings: Contains silica. Use in well-ventilated area.

Data for Hazards Information label
(Hazard Code: 4 = extreme, 3 = high, 2 = moderate, 1 = slight, 0 = insignificant)
Flammability: 0
Health: 0
Reactivity: 0
Special: 0

Other Handling and Storage Requirements: none

Waste Disposal Method: No special precautions. See section VII (above). Spill or Leak Procedures.
Aquatic Toxicity: none

Reference to Applicable Government Regulations

Federal:
29 CFR 1910.1200 et.seq (General Statute, all chemicals)
IATA - various-DOT (Solar Flux can be shipped by any method. No special label or precautions required)

State:
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 (Contains silica, a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer)

Other:
CANADA - W.H.M.I.S. (See part II, re silica)
Department of Transportation (See above for IATA & DOT)

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Latest revision date March 2008

Disclaimer: This data is believed to be accurate. Golden Empire Corporation makes no warranty to and disclaims all liablilty from reliance.