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1. Product and Company Description

Product Name : Supabase X Plus

Application : Arc Welding
Type of Product : SMAW Electrode
AWS Classification : A W S A/ SF A 5 . 1 E 70 18
Supplier : ADOR WELDING LIMITED, S. No. 147/2B/3, Near Khandoba Mandir,
Akurdi Circle, Chinchwad, Pune - 411019
Telephone No. : (020) 40706000
Fax No. : (020) 40706001
Email : cmo@[Link]
Web site : [Link]

2. Hazards Identification

Emergency Overview

These hazards are related to welding fumes and not to the electrode as solid. When these products are used in a
welding process the most important hazards are heat, radiation (Infra red & Ultraviolet), electric shock and
welding fumes and gases.

WARNING!

Electric shock can kill.

Arc rays can severely damage eyes and/or skin.
Avoid eye contact or inhalation of dust from these products.
Skin contact is normally not hazardous but should be avoided to prevent possible allergic reactions.
Spatter and melting metal can cause burn injuries and start fire.
Avoid fume exposure. Fumes contain material that can cause cancer. Risk of cancer depends on duration and
level of exposure as well as fume contents, which include various metals and metal oxide.

Route of Entry: Inhalation

Health Hazards:
Hazard Statement:
Acute Toxicity :Category 5
Eye Effect: Category 2
Skin Corrosion/irritation: Category3
Sensitization; Respiratory &Skin: Category 1
Carcinogenicity: Category 1 by IARC evaluation 2B & NTP
Target Organ Systemic Toxicity: Single Exposure Category 3
Repeated Exposure: Category 2
Aspiration Toxicity: Category 2

Environment Hazards:
Acute & Chronic Aquatic Toxicity: Not Known
Chronic Aquatic Toxicity: Bioaccumulation Potential - Not Known

3. Chemical Composition
The product is a solid mass having grayish color. This product is made up with core wire covered by
flux, which contains Rutile as bulk constituent

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Chemical Composition:
OSHA Hazard IARC NTP
INGREDIENTS CAS No. EINECS
LIST (1) Classification (2) (3) (4)
Aluminum Oxide 1344-28-1 215-691-6 - No - -
Calcium
1317-65-3 215-279-6 - No - -
Carbonate
Cellulose 9004-35-7 232-674-9 - N0 - -
Iron 7439-89-6 231-096-4 - No - -
Manganese 7439-96-5 231-105-1 - No - -
1344-09-8 215-687-8
Silicate Binder - No - -
1312-76-1 215-199-1
Silicon dioxide 14808-60-7 238-878-4 - T; R45 1 K
Titanium Dioxide 13463-67-7 236-675-5 - No 3 -
Iron Oxide 1309-37-1 215-168-2 - No 3 -
Calcium Fluoride 7789-75-5 232-188-7 - No - -
Silicon 7440-21-3 231-130-8 - No - -
(1) Carcinogen listing according to OSHA, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (USA).
(2) Hazard Classification according to European Council Directive 67/548/EEC, for R-phrases, see Section 16.
(3) Evaluation according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer.
1 – Human Carcinogen 2B – Possibly carcinogenic to humans
(4) Classification according to the 11th Report on Carcinogens, published by the US National Toxicology Program.
K – Known Carcinogen S – Suspect Carcinogen

Approximate Composition (wt %)

Iron
Composition Iron CaCO3 CaF2 Binder TiO2 Mg SiO2 Si Al2O3 Cellulose
Powder
% 69.85 8.37 6.75 5.4 3.00 2.16 1.70 1.08 0.67 0.4 0.27

SHORT-TERM (ACUTE) OVEREXPOSURE EFFECTS:

Welding Fumes - May result in discomfort such as dizziness, nausea, dryness and/or irritation of nose, throat
and/or eyes. Iron & Iron Oxide - None are known. Treat as nuisance. Manganese - Metal fume fever
characterized by chills, upset stomach, vomiting, irritation of the throat and aching of body. Recovery is generally
complete within 48 hours of the overexposure. Aluminum Oxide - Irritation of the respiratory system. Calcium
Oxide - Dust or fumes may cause irritation of the respiratory system, skin and eyes. Silica (Amorphous) - Dust
and fumes may cause irritation of the respiratory system, skin and eyes. Titanium Dioxide - Irritation of
respiratory system. Fluorides- Fluoride compounds may cause skin and eye burns, pulmonary edema and
bronchitis. Chromium & Chromium Compounds - Inhalation of fume with chromium (VI) compounds can cause
irritation of the respiratory tract, lung damage and asthma-like symptoms. Allergic reactions may occur. Nickel &
Nickel Compounds - Metallic taste, nausea, tightness in chest, metal fume fever, allergic reactions, skin
sensitizer and suspected carcinogen. Molybdenum - Irritation of eyes, nose and throat. Magnesium &
Magnesium Oxide - Overexposure to the oxide may cause metal fume fever characterized by metallic taste,
tightness of chest. Symptoms maylast 24 to 48 hours following overexposure. Silicate Binders & Silica
Amorphous - Dust and fumes may cause irritation of the respiratory system, skin and eyes.

LONG-TERM (CHRONIC) OVEREXPOSURE EFFECTS:

Welding Fumes - Excess level may cause bronchial asthma, lung fibrosis, pneumoconiosis or Siderosis. Iron &
Iron Oxide Fumes - Can cause siderosis (deposits of iron in lungs) which some researchers believe may affect
pulmonary function. Lungs will clear in time when exposure to iron and its compounds ceases. Iron and
magnetite (Fe3O4) are not regarded as fibrogenic materials. Manganese - Long-term overexposure to
manganese compounds may affect the central nervous system. Symptoms may be similar to Parkinson's disease
and can include slowness, changes in handwriting, gait impairment, muscle spasms and cramps and less
commonly, tremor and behavioral changes. Employees who are overexposed to manganese compounds should
be seen by a physician for early detection of neurological problems. Overexposure to manganese and
manganese compounds above safe exposure limits can cause irreversible damage to the central nervous
system, including brain, symptoms of which may include slurred speech, lethargy, tremor, muscular weakness,
psychological disturbances and spastic gait. Aluminum Oxide - Pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema. Calcium
Oxide – Prolonged overexposure may cause ulceration of the skin and perforation of the nasal septum,
dermatitis and pneumonia. Chromium - Ulceration and perforation of nasal septum. Respiratory irritation may

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occur with symptoms resembling asthma. Studies have shown that chromate production workers exposed to
hexavalent chromium compounds have an excess of lung cancer. Chromium (VI) compounds are more readily
absorbed through the skin than chromium (III) compounds. Good practice requires the reduction of exposure to
chromium (III) and (VI) compounds to employee. Nickel & Nickel Compounds - Lung fibrosis or
pneumoconiosis. Magnesium & Magnesium Oxide - No adverse long term health effects have been reported in
the literature. Silicate Binders - Research indicates that silica is present in welding fume in the amorphous form.
Long term overexposure may cause pneumoconiosis.

4. First Aid Measures

Inhalation: Nasal irritation, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, heart palpitations, breathing
difficulty, tremors, red flushing of face, irritability. Remove the exposed person from source of
exposure to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration and obtain
medical assistance immediate if breathing is difficult, provide fresh air and call physician.
Eye contact: For radiation burns due to arc flash, see physician. To remove dusts or fumes flush with
water for at least fifteen minutes. If irritation persists, call for medical assistance.
Skin contact: For skin burns from arc radiation, promptly flush with cold water. Get medical attention for
burns or irritations that persist. Wash with mild soap and water to remove dust or particles.
Electric shock: Disconnect and turn off the power. Use a nonconductive material to pull victim away from
contact with live parts or wires. If not breathing, being artificial respiration, preferably mouth-
to-mouth. If no detectable pulse, being Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Immediately
call a physician.
Ingestion: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention.
General: Move to fresh air and call for medical aid.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media: No specific recommendations for welding consumables. Foam, extinguishing
powder, carbon dioxide, and water fog. Welding arcs and sparks can ignite combustible and flammable materials.
Use the extinguishing media recommended for the burning materials and fire situation.
Special protective equipment and precaution for fire fighters: Wear NIOSH approved self-contained
breathing apparatus with full face mask as fumes or vapors may be harmful. Do not inhale combustion gases.
Combustion Products: Irritating toxic substances may be emitted upon thermal decomposition. Thermal
decomposition products may include oxides of carbon and nitrogen.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions: Depending on extent of release, consider the need for fire fighters emergency
responders with adequate personal protective equipment for clean up.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke while cleaning up. Avoid all sources of ignitions, hot surfaces and open flames.
Environmental precautions:
Prevent spills from entering storm sewers or drains and contact with soil.

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for Handling:

Handle with care to avoid stings and cuts. Wear gloves when handling welding consumables. Avoid exposure to
dust. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Do not ingest.
Some individuals can develop an allergic reaction to certain materials. Retain all warning and identity labels.
Use in well ventilated areas away from all ignition sources.
Storage:
Keep separate from chemical substances like acids and strong bases, which could cause chemical reactions

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Engineering measures:

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Ensure sufficient ventilation, local exhaust, or both, to keep welding fumes and gases away from breathing zone
and general area. Keep working place and protective clothing clean and dry. Train the welders to avoid contact
with live electrical parts. Insulate conductive parts. Keep the head out of the fumes. Check condition of protective
clothing and equipment on a regular basis.
Personal protective equipment:
Eye protection: Wear helmet or use face shield with filter lens. Provide protective screens and flash goggles, if
necessary, to shield others.
Respiratory Protection:
Use NOISH APPROVED respirator or air-supplied respirator when welding or brazing in a confined space, or
where local exhaust or ventilation is not sufficient to keep exposure values within safe limits. Take special care
while welding painted or coated steels since hazardous substances from the coating may be emitted.
Protective Clothing for skin Protection: Wear hand, head, eyes, ear and body protection like welder’s
gloves, and helmet or face shield with filter lens, safety boots, apron, and arm and shoulder protection. Keep
protective clothing clean and dry. Use industrial hygiene monitoring equipment to ensure that exposure does not
exceed applicable national exposure limits.
The following limits can be used as guidance.
For information about welding fume analysis refer to Section 10

Exposure Limits
INGREDIENT CAS No. ACGIH TLV ( 1) (mg/m3) OSHA – PEL(2) (mg / m3)
Welding Fumes - 5 -
Aluminum Oxide 1344-28-1 1** 15*, 5**
Calcium Carbonate 1317-65-3 10 10
Iron 7439-89-6 5 (Oxide Fume) 10 (Oxide Fume)
Manganese 7439-96-5 0.2 (Fume) 5
Silicate Binder 1344-09-8 & 1312-76-1 None None
Cellulose 9004-34-6 5 5
Iron Oxide 1309-37-1 2.5 5 ** (Fume)
Calcium Fluoride 7789-75-5 5 2.5
Silicon Dioxide 14808-60-7 0.025** 10mg/m*** / %SiO2+2
Silicate Binder 1344-09-8 & 1312-76-1 10 None
Titanium Dioxide 13463-67-7 10
Silicon 7440-21-3 10*,3*** 15*,5**
1) Threshold Limit Values according to American Conference of Governmental Hygienists, 2007
(2) Permissible Exposure Limits according to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (USA)
Unless noted, all values are for 8 hour time weighted averages (TWA).
*Total dust, ** Repairable fraction.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance: Solid, non-volatile with varying color
Melting point: >1300°C / >2300ºF
Physical Appearance: Solid, coated electrode
Odor: Odorless
pH: Not applicable
Specific Gravity: Less than 1
Water Solubility: Insoluble in water.
Boiling point: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Percent Volatiles by Volume: Not detected
Viscosity: Not applicable

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10. Stability and Reactivity

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Stability: These products are stable under normal conditions.
Reactivity: Contact with chemical substances like acids or strong bases could cause generation of gas.
When these products are used in a welding process, hazardous decomposition products would include those
from the volatilization, reaction or oxidation of the materials listed in Section 3 and those from the base metal and
coating.
The amount of fumes generated from manual metal arc welding varies with welding parameters and dimensions
but is generally no more than 3 to 13 g/kg consumable. Fumes from these products may contain compounds of
the following chemical elements: Fe, O, Mn, Cr, Si, K, Ca, Al, Mo, Cu, and Ti. The rest is not analyzed, according
to available standards.
Refer to applicable national exposure limits for fume compounds, including those exposure limits for fume
compounds found in Section 8. A significant amount of the chromium in the fumes can be hexavalent chromium,
which has a very low exposure limit in some countries. Manganese and nickel also have low exposure limits, in
some countries that may be easily exceeded.
Air around the welding area can be affected by the welding process parameters and expected to have gaseous
products which include carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides and ozone as well as the particulate matter arising from
electrode and material to be welded.
Chemical Stability: Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flames, ignition sources
Materials / Chemicals to Be Avoided: Strong Acids & Bases

11. Toxicological Information

Chronic toxicity: Inhalation of welding fumes and gases can be dangerous to your health.
Classification of welding fumes is difficult because of varying base materials, coatings, air contamination and
processes. The International Agency for Research on Cancer has classified welding fumes as possibly
carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B).
Overexposure to welding fumes may affect pulmonary function. Prolonged inhalation of nickel and chromium
compounds above safe exposure limits can cause cancer. Overexposure to manganese and manganese
compounds above safe exposure limits can cause irreversible damage to the central nervous system, including
the brain, symptoms of which may include slurred speech, lethargy, tremor, muscular weakness, psychological
disturbances and spastic gait. Inhalable quartz is a respiratory carcinogen; however, the process of welding
converts crystalline quartz to the amorphous form, which is not considered to be a carcinogen.
Acute toxicity: Overexposure to welding fumes may result in symptoms like metal fume fever, dizziness,
nausea, dryness or irritation of the nose, throat or eyes.
Target Organ Effects: May cause damage to nervous system, other gastrointestinal track, respiratory track
and liver, skin, eyes & blood.

12. Ecological Information

Welding consumables and materials can degrade/weather into components originating from the consumables or
from the materials used in the welding process. Avoid exposure to conditions that could lead to accumulation in
soils or groundwater.

13. Disposal Considerations

Discard any product, residue, disposable container or liner in an environmentally acceptable manner, in full
compliance with federal and local regulations. Use recycling procedures if available.
USA RCRA: Unused products or product residue containing chromium is considered hazardous waste if
discarded, RCRA ID characteristic Toxic Hazardous Waste D007.
Residues from welding consumables and processes could degrade and accumulate in soils and groundwater.
Welding slag from these products typically contain mainly the following components originating from the coating
of the electrode: Fe, O, Mn, Cr, Ni, F, Na, Si, K, Ca, Al, Mg, Mo, Cu, and Ti

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14. Transportation Information

No international regulations or restrictions are applicable

15. Regulatory Information

Read and understand the manufacturer's instructions carefully for your employer. Follow the health precautions
and safety instructions are given on the label. Observe any federal and local regulations. Take precautions while
welding and protect yourself and others.

WARNING! Welding fumes and gases are hazardous to your health and may damage lungs and other
organs. Use adequate ventilation.

Canada : WHMIS classification: Class D; Division 2, Subdivision A

Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA): All constituents of these products are on the
Domestic Substance List (DSL).

USA : Under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, these products are considered hazardous.
These products contain or produce a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer
and birth defects (or other reproductive harm). (California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5 et
seq.)
United States EPA Toxic Substance Control Act: All constituents of these products are on the
SCA inventory list or are excluded from listing.

CHEMICAL INVENTORY LISTINGS:

AUSTRALIA Yes (AUS)

CANADA Yes (DSL)
CHINA Yes (ECSC)
EUROPEAN UNION Yes (EINECS/ELINCS)
JAPAN Yes (ENCS)
KOREA Yes (ECL)
PHILIPPINES Yes (PICCS)
UNITED STATES Yes (TSCA)

CERCLA/SARA Title III

SARA 301/302/303

No chemicals in this product are listed as extremely hazardous substances in 40 CFR 355 Emergency Planning
And Notification (Appendix A to Part 355)

SARA 304

No chemicals in this product require reporting under the requirement of 40 CRF 355 Emergency Planning And
Notification (SARA extremely hazardous substances listed in Appendix A to Part 355 or CERCLA hazardous
substances listed in Table 302.4 of 40 CFR Part 302).

EPCRA/SARA Title III 313 Toxic Chemicals

This product contains following chemicals in excess of the applicable de minimis concentrations that are subject
to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of
1986 and 40 CFR Part 372 (Table 372.65)

Ingredient name Disclosure threshold

Chromium 1.0% de minimis concentration

Copper 1.0% de minimis concentration
Manganese 1.0% de minimis concentration
Nickel 0.1% de minimis concentration

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LIST FOR TOXIC CHEMICALS; TABLE II

Aluminum Oxide, Aluminum Dust or fume, Nickel, Manganese, Copper, Chromium
According to EC Directive 88/379/EEC, these products are classified with the following risk and safety phrases
due to their content of nickel:

Symbols :
Harmful :

R-phrases : R40 – Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.

R43 – May cause sensitization by skin contact.
S-phrases : S2 – Keep out of the reach of children.
S22 – Do not breathe dust.
S36 – Wear suitable protective clothing.

16. Other Information

Hazardous Material Information System (U.S.A.)

HIMS Ratings: 0 = Minimal Hazard

HEALTH * 2 Health: 0 1 = Slight Hazard
Flammability: 0 2 = Moderate Hazard
FLAMMABILITY 0 Physical Hazard: 0 3 = Serious Hazard
4 = Severe Hazard
PHYSICAL HAZARD 0
Personal Protection

National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.)

Flammability

0
Health 1 0 Instability

Special

USA : American National Standard Z49.1 “Safety in Welding and Cutting”, ANSI/AWS F1.5 “Methods
for Sampling and Analyzing Gases from Welding and Allied Processes”, ANSI/AWS F1.1
“Method for Sampling Airborne Particles Generated by Welding and Allied Processes”,
AWSF3.2M/F3.2 “Ventilation Guide for Weld Fume”, American Welding Society, 550 North Le
Jeune Road, Miami, Florida, 33135.

Safety and Health Fact Sheets available from AWS at [Link]. OSHA Publication 2206
(29 C.F.R. 1910), U.S. Government Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents, P.O. Box
371954, Pittsburgh, PA 15250-7954.

American Conference of Governmental Hygienists (ACGIH), Threshold Limit Values and

Biological Exposure Indices, 6500 Glenway Ave., Cincinnati, Ohio 45211, USA.

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NFPA 51B “Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting and Other Hot Work”
published by the National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169.

UK : WMA Publication 236 and 237, “Hazards from Welding Fume”, “The arc welder at work, some
general aspects of health and safety”.

Canada: CSA Standard CAN/CSA-W117.2-01 “Safety in Welding, Cutting and Allied Processes”.

These products have been classified according to the hazard criteria of the CPR and the SDS
contains all the information required by the CPR

R-phrases: R25 – Toxic if swallowed.

R32 – Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.
R40 – Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R43 – May cause sensitization by skin contact.
R45 – May cause cancer.
R36/38 – Irritating to eyes and skin.

Ador Welding Limited requests the users of these products, to study this Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
and be aware of product hazards and risk information. To promote safe use of these products, a user
should:

- Notify its employees, agents and contractors about product hazards/safety information.
- Furnish this same information to each of its customers for these products.

The information herein, is given in good faith and based on technical data that generated by ADOR
Welding Ltd., believes to be reliable. Since sometimes the working conditions at use of these products
are out of our control, we assume no liability in connection with any such use. No warranty, expressed
or implied is given.

Key Legend Information:

N/A – Not Applicable STEL – Short Term Exposure Limit
ND – Not Determined NTP – National Toxicology Program
ACGIH – American Conference of Governmental IARC – International Agency for Research on Cancer
Industrial Hygienist GHS – Globally Harmonized System of Classification
&OSHA – Occupational Safety and Health Labeling of Chemicals
Administration,29 CFR 1910.1200,HAZCOM ANSI – American National Standard for Hazardous
TLV – Threshold Limit Value Industrial Chemicals (ANSI Z-400,1-2004)
PEL – Permissible Exposure Limit ISO 11014-1:1003 Draft Safety Data Sheet for
TWA – Time Weighted Average Chemical Products

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