Material Safety Data Sheet

May be used to comply with
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard,
29 CFR 1910.1200. Standard must be
consulted for specific requirements. 		U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(Non-Mandatory Form)
Form Approved
OMB No. 1218-0072

IDENTITY (As Used on Label and List)

WIDELL TAPS & DIES

 Note: Blank spaces are not permitted. If any item is not applicable, or no information is available, the space must be marked to indicate that.

Section I

Manufacturer's Name
Widell Industries, Inc

 Emergency Telephone Number
 (727) 848-1811
Address (Number, Street, City, State, and ZIP Code) Telephone Number for Information
 (727) 848-1811
6622 INDUSTRIAL AVE Date Prepared
 APRIL 29, 2004
PORT RICHEY, FL 34668 Signature of Preparer (optional)
 

Section II - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information

Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical Identity; Common Name(s)) OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Other Limits Recommended %(optional)
Aluminum (AL)   7429-90-5 - 10 dust 5 Fume  
Carbon (C)   7440-44-0
3.5
3.5
 
Chromium (CR)  7440-47-3
1.0
0.5
 
Cobalt (CO)    7440-48-4
0.1
0.05 Fume
  
Copper (CU)    7440-50-8 0.2 (1.0 dust) 0.2 Fume 1.0 Dust  
Lead (Pb) 7439-92-1
0.05
0.15
 
Manganese (Mn) 7439-96-5
5.0
5.0 dust 1.0 Fume
  
Molybdenum (Mo) 7439-98-7
15.0
10.0
 
Nickle (Ni) 7440-02-0
1.0
1.0
 
Phosphrous (P) 7723-14-0
0.1
0.1
 
Silicon (Si) 7440-21-3
-
10.0
 
Sulfur (S) 7704-34-9
13.0
5.0
 
Tungsten (W) 7440-33-7
-
5.0
  
Vanadium (V) 7440-62-2
0.5 dust
0.1 fume 0.05
  
Zinc (ZN) 1314-13-2
5.0 fume
5.0 fume
  

Section III - Physical/Chemical Characteristics

Boiling Point 5000° F Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
7.8 - 8.2 (60° F)
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) N/A Melting Point 2500° F
Vapor Density (AIR = 1) N/A Evaporation Rate(Butyl Acetate = 1) N/A
Solubility in Water - INSOLUBLE
Appearance and Odor - Various Shapes, Gray-Black Solid, Odorless Metal

Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

Flash Point (Method Used) None Flammable Limits - None LEL - N/A UEL - N/A
Extinguishing Media - N/A
Special Fire Fighting Procedures - N/A
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards - N/A
(Reproduce locally) OSHA 174, Sept. 1985

Section V - Reactivity Data

Stability- Stable Conditions to Avoid - Grinding, Abrading, Melting, Welding, Cutting or Processing may produce potentially hazardous dust.
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid) - Reacts with strong acids to generate Hydrogen Gas
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts - Metallic Oxides
Hazardous Polymerization -Will Not Occur Conditions to Avoid - N/A

Section VI - Health Hazard Data

Route(s) of Entry:      Inhalation? Yes         Skin? Yes        Ingestion? Yes
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic): Acute: Fume fever - symptoms consist of chills & fever, metallic taste in mouth, dryness and irritation of throat. Chronic: Ulceration or cancer in respiratory system, nose, throat and lungs.
Carcinogenicity:
Chromium NTP? Yes IARC Monographs? Yes OSHA Regulated? Yes
Nickel NTP? Yes IARC Monographs? Yes OSHA Regulated? Yes
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Chills & fever, metallic taste in mouth, dryness and irritation of throat.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Ulceration or Cancer in Respiratory System, Nose, Throat and Lungs.

Emergency and First Aid Procedures - Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, consult Physician.
Skin Contact: Wash area with soap and water.
Eye Contact: Flush well with running water.
Ingestion: Seek medical help if large quantities of material have been ingested.


Section VII - Precautions for Safe Handling and Use

Steps to Be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled - N/A
Waste Disposal Method -Dust, etc.: Follow Federal, State & Local Regulations. Solids: sale as scrap for reuse.
Precautions to Be taken in Handling and Storing - Use good housekeeping practices to prevent accumulation of dusts. Keep airborne dust concentration to a minimum.
Other Precautions: Tools are possibly contaminated with coatings such as oils for preservatives and other contaminats. Use thermal or mechanical process and wear personal protective equipment when handling, cutting and/or heating or melting.

Section VIII - Control Measures

Respiratory Protection(Specify Type) Dust Fume Respirator (NIOSH Approved) if TLVs in Section II are exceeded.
Ventilation - Local Exhaust: As required to maintain low dust & fume levels. Special : -
Mechanical: Recommended to keep dust & fumes below ACGIH TLVS. Other: TLV
Protective Gloves - As Required
Eye Protection - Safety Glasses or Goggles
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: As required.
Work/Hygienic Practices - Maintain adequate ventilation and exhaust systems, wear protective equipment, avoid breathing fumes or dust, remove excessive dust & wash area well.
* U.S.G.P.O.: 1986 - 491 - 529/45775