Copper and Aluminum are the only two that have CAS numbers since they are pure materials. Except for these two, all of these items are solid alloys of multiple metals and none are hazardous. . Brand names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. There are no ingredients subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III, Section 313 or 40 CFR 372.

3. Physical Data Contents

Boiling Point: Extremely High

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.): Insignificant

Vapor Density (AIR=1): Insignificant

Solubility in Water: Not Soluble

Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 2 to 8 depending upon specific metal used

Melting Point: Very High

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1): Will not evaporate

Appearance and Odor: metal of various colors and sizes; odorless

4. Fire and Explosion Data Contents

Flash Point: None

Flammability Limits (% in air): Not flammable

Recommended Extinguishing Media: Water, Dry Chemical

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None Known

5. Health Hazards Contents

Threshold Limit value: None

Effects of Overexposure: None

Emergency First Aid Procedures:

Eye Contact: Flush with water at least 15 minutes, get medical attention

Skin Contact: If punctured, get medical attention

Inhalation: None

Ingestion: None

6. Reactivity Contents

Stability: Stable

Conditions to avoid: Extreme Heat

Incompatibility with other materials: Strong Acids (Carbon, Stainless Steel, Inconel, Monel)

Strong Bases (Aluminum, Copper, Bronze)

Hazardous Decomposition: Not Applicable

Hazardous Polymerization: Not Applicable

7. Spill or Leak Procedures Contents

Procedure if product is spilled:

Sweep up from floor into trash receptacle. Potential skin puncture hazard.

Waste Disposal Procedures:

No special procedures are necessary. Unused, unwanted or damaged staples should be disposed of by methods in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

8. Special Protection Contents

Respiratory Protection: None Required

Local Exhaust: Acceptable Air Exchange

Protective Gloves: None Required

Eye Protection: Safety Glasses

Other Protective Equipment: First Aid for skin punctures

9. Special Precautions Contents

Precautions to be taken in handling and storage, primarily for preservation of the product:

Store in dry place, no special handling procedure is required.

10. Miscellaneous Contents

To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.

Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution.

Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.

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