D2 Tool Steel v2

When symptoms occur: go into open air and ventilate suspected area. Obtain medical attention if breathing difficulty persists.

Symptoms: During processing, the most significant route of exposure is by the inhalation (breathing) of dust or fumes. If fumes are inhaled, they can cause a condition commonly known as metal fume fever with symptoms which resemble influenza; Symptoms may be delayed 4-12 hours and begin with a sudden onset of thirst, and a sweet, metallic or foul taste in the mouth. Other symptoms may include upper respiratory tract irritation accompanied by coughing and a dryness of the mucous membranes, lassitude and a generalized feeling of malaise. Fever, chills, muscular pain, mild to severe headache, nausea, occasional vomiting, exaggerated mental activity, profuse sweating, excessive urination, diarrhea and prostration may also occur. May cause an allergic reaction in sensitive individuals. Prolonged exposure may cause irritation.

Remove contaminated clothing. Drench affected area with water for at least 5 minutes. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or persists. Cool skin rapidly with cold water after contact with molten product. Removal of solidified molten material from skin requires medical assistance.

Symptoms: Contact with fumes or metal powder will irritate skin. Contact with hot, molten metal will cause thermal burns. Dust may cause irritation in skin folds or by contact in combination with tight clothing.

Rinse cautiously with water for at least 5 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Removal of solidified molten material from the eyes requires medical assistance. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or persists.

Symptoms: During metal processing. Dusts caused from milling and physical alteration will likely cause eye irritation. Fumes from thermal decomposition or molten material will likely be irritating to the eyes.

Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention.

Symptoms: Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure. Ingestion may cause adverse effects.

Dry sand; Class D Extinguishing Agent (for metal powder fires).

Carbon dioxide (CO2). Water. Do not use water when molten material is involved, may react violently or explosively on contact with water. Do not use a heavy water stream. Use of heavy stream of water may spread fire.

Product itself is not explosive but if dust is generated, dust clouds suspended in air can be explosive.

Do not breathe fumes from fires or vapours from decomposition. Do not disturb burning metal.

Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Ventilate area. Upon arrival at the scene, a first responder is expected to recognize the presence of dangerous goods, protect oneself and the public, secure the area, and call for the assistance of trained personnel as soon as conditions permit.

Prevent entry to sewers and public waters.

Clean up spills immediately and dispose of waste safely. Cool molten material to limit spreading. For particulates and dust: Recover the product by vacuuming, shoveling or sweeping. Utilize a dust suppressant when removing mechanically. Transfer spilled material to a suitable container for disposal.

Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work. Protect skin and eyes from contact with molten material. Avoid prolonged contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Do not breathe vapors from molten product. Avoid creating or spreading dust. Avoid breathing dust. Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a dry, cool place. Keep/Store away from direct sunlight, extremely high or low temperatures and incompatible materials.

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures.

Contains substances that are combustible dusts. If the material is further processed and dust is allowed to accumulate, may form combustible dust concentrations in air that could ignite and cause an explosion. Molten metal and water can be an explosive combination. Contact with strong acids may liberate flammable hydrogen gas.

Suitable eye/body wash equipment should be available in the vicinity of any potential exposure. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. For particulates and dust: Use local exhaust or general dilution ventilation or other suppression methods to maintain dust levels below exposure limits. Power equipment should be equipped with proper dust collection devices. It is recommended that all dust control equipment such as local exhaust ventilation and material transport systems involved in handling of this product contain explosion relief vents or an explosion suppression system or an oxygen-deficient environment. Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be followed. Use explosion-proof equipment. Ensure all national/local regulations are observed.

Wear protective gloves.

Chemical safety goggles.

If exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is experienced, approved respiratory protection should be worn. In case of inadequate ventilation, oxygen deficient atmosphere, or where exposure levels are not known wear approved respiratory protection.

Wear suitable protective clothing. Materials for Protective Clothing: Chemically resistant materials and fabrics.

Avoid release to the environment.

Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions (see section 7).

Stable at ambient temperature and under normal conditions of use. Hazardous reactions will not occur under normal conditions.

Hazardous polymerization will not occur.

Protect from moisture. Direct sunlight, extremely high or low temperatures, and incompatible materials. Dust accumulation (to minimize explosion hazard).

Alkalis. Nitrates. Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers. Corrosive substances in contact with metals may produce flammable hydrogen gas.

None expected under normal conditions of use. Thermal decomposition generates: Metal oxides. Irritating fumes.