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COSSH - Soft Solder Comsol Flux

1. Supplier Details

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

Tel 01246 566814
Fax 01246 567288

Product Type Soft Solder Flux

Product Code CuPSol Flux

Form Liquid

2. Information on Ingredients

Aqueous solution of zinc chloride plus wetting agents

Hazardous Ingredient
Zinc Chloride 15% CAS 7646-85-7 EINECS 231-592-0 UN 1840 Supply Class 8

HAZARD CORROSIVE

3. Hazard Classification Information

Risk Phrases
R34 Causes Burns,
R36/37 Irritating to eyes and respiratory system

Safety Phrases
S1/2 Keep locked and away from children,
S7 Keep container tightly closed.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice,
S28 After contact with skin wash immediately with plenty of water,
S45In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately.

Primary Risk Corrosive

Causes burns. Fumes irritating to respiratory system

4. First Aid Measures

Eye Contact Irrigate with water for at least 10 minutes.

Skin Contact Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Seek medical help if irritation persists or blisters form.

Ingestion Wash mouth and drink water or milk. Do not induce vomiting

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

5. Fire Fighting Measures

Use any extinguishing agent. Chloride and hydrogen chloride gases may be produced. Wear suitable protective clothing and breathing apparatus.

6. Accidental Release Measures

Isolate the contaminated area. Avoid contact with the liquid. Ventilate the area. Dilute with plenty of water. Wear suitable impervious gloves and footwear.

7. Handling & Storage

Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid inhation of fumes.

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

8.Exposure/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 and Chemical Properties

Appearance Clear liquid
Odour Odourless
Density 1.14gm/cc
Solubility Water

10. Stability and Reactivity

Stable under normal conditions.
Avoid contact with alkali and bases.

11. Toxicology Information

Eyes Pain, redness, watering, blurred vision
Skin Burning and redness
Ingestion Abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhoea
Inhalation Sore throat, cough, shortage of breath, chest pain

Possible systemic effects due to long term exposure.

12. Ecological Information

Endangers drinking water and toxic 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 2x
Packing Group 11

15. Regulatory Information

Supply Classification CORROSIVE
Risk Phrases R34, 37
Safety Phrases S1/2, 7, 26, 28, 45

16. Other Information

None

The information contained in this sheet is believed to be accurate, but neither CuP Alloys Ltd nor CuP Alloys (Modelling) Ltd assume liability for its accuracy or completeness. Final determination of a product remains the responsibility of the user

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