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COSSH - 2207 Soft Solder Flux

1. Supplier Details

CuP Alloys Ltd / CuP Alloys (Modelling) Ltd
15 Sandstone Avenue
Walton
Chesterfield
S42 7NS

Tel 01246 566814
Fax 01246 567288

Product Type Soft Solder Fluxes

Product Code 2207 Flux

Form Liquid

2. Information on Ingredients

Aqueous blend of Zinc Chloride and contains 20% Hydrochloric acid
CAS No. 7647-01-0
SI No. 1789
UN 1789

3. Hazard Classification Information

Risk Phrases
R34 Causes Burns,
R36/37 Causes irritation to the eyes and respiratory system
Safety Phrases
S1/2 Keep locked up and away from children,
S7 Keep container tightly closed
S26 In case of contact with eyes wash immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice,
S28 Sfter contact with skin wash immediately with water,
S45 In case of accident or you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately
Primary Risk Corrosive

Causes burns. Irritating to respiratory system.

4. First Aid Measures

Inhalation Remove to fresh air. Keep warm and at rest. Do not use mouth to mouth ventilation. Seek medical attention urgently.

Skin Contact Wash immediately with water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists or blisters form.

Eye Contact Irrigate eye thoroughly with water.

Ingestion Wash mouth with water and give plenty of water to drink. Do not induce vomiting.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

Use any extinguishing agent. Wear breathing apparatus.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Avoid contact with the liquid. Ventilate the area to dispel residual vapours. Dilute with plenty of water. Wear suitable impervious rubber gloves and footwear.

7. Handling & Storage

Handling. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid inhalation of fumes.

Storage. Keep in original container in cool, dry, well ventilated areas. Keep away from children

8. Exposure Control/Personal Protection

S20/21 When using do not eat, smoke or drink
S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves
S38 Ensure adequate ventilation
S45 If you feel unwell stop soldering and seek medical advice.

9. Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance Pale yellow liquid
Odour Pungent
Boiling Point 108 deg C
Density 1.15gm/cc
Flash Point n/a

10. Stability and Reactivity

Contact with acids will liberate irriating fumes of hydrogen chloride or toxic fumes of nitrosyl chloride. Harmful fumes can be liberated from certain salts eg cyanides, nitrites, sulphites, acetylides and carbides.
Reacts with oxidixing agents to produce toxic chlorine gas.

11. Toxicology Information

Inhalation Sore throat, cough, shortage of breath, chest pain
Ingestion Abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhoea.
Skin Contact Redness and causes burns

Possible systemic effects due to long term exposure

12. Ecological Information

Endangers drinking water. Dangerous to aquatic life

13. Disposal Considerations

Waste must be disposed of in accordance with Environmental Protection (Duty of Care) Regulations 1991.

14. Transport Information

Packaging Plastic containers.
Classification Corrosive Hazchem 2R
Packing Group 11

15. Regulatory Information

Supply Classification CORROSIVE
Risk Phrases R34, R37
Safety Phrases S1/2, S7, S26, S28, S45

Other Information

None

The information contained in this sheet is believed to be accurate but neither CuP Alloys Ltd or CuP Alloys (Modelling) Ltd assume no liability for its accuracy or completeness. Final determination of the suitability of a product remains the responsibility of the user.

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