SIL-FOS® 15

Safety Data Sheet

according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations
Date of issue: 05/16/2017 Version: 5.0

SECTION 1: Identification
1.1. Identification
Product form : Mixture
Trade name : SIL-FOS® 15
Product code : A00000026
1.2. Recommended use and restrictions on use
Recommended use : Alloys for brazing/soldering and other metallurgical processes
1.3. Supplier
Lucas-Milhaupt, Inc.
5656 South Pennsylvania Ave.
Cudahy, WI 53110 - USA
T (414)-769-6000
LM_SDSinfo@lucasmilhaupt.com - www.Lucasmilhaupt.com

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency number : CHEMTREC within the USA and Canada: 1-800-424-9300
CHEMTREC outside the USA and Canada +1 701-741-5970

SECTION 2: Hazard(s) identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS-US classification
Not classified

2.2. GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

GHS-US labelling
No labelling applicable
2.3. Other hazards which do not result in classification
No additional information available
2.4. Unknown acute toxicity (GHS US)
Not applicable

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substances
Not applicable
3.2. Mixtures
Name Product identifier %
Copper (CAS-No.) 7440-50-8 78 - 82
Silver (CAS-No.) 7440-22-4 14.5 - 15.5
Phosphorus (CAS-No.) 7723-14-0 4.8 - 5.2

Full text of hazard classes and H-statements : see section 16

SECTION 4: First-aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Wash skin with plenty of water.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse eyes with water as a precaution.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Call a poison center or a doctor if you feel unwell.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects (acute and delayed)
Symptoms/effects after skin contact : None under normal conditions.
Symptoms/effects after ingestion : None under normal conditions.
4.3. Immediate medical attention and special treatment, if necessary
Treat symptomatically.

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SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1. Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Dry powder. Water spray. Foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Water.
5.2. Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Fire hazard : Flammable solid.
Reactivity : The product is non-reactive under normal conditions of use, storage and transport. Flammable
solid.
5.3. Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters
Protection during firefighting : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. Self-contained breathing
apparatus. Complete protective clothing.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures : Ventilate spillage area. No open flames, no sparks, and no smoking.

6.1.2. For emergency responders

Protective equipment : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. For further information
refer to section 8: "Exposure controls/personal protection".
6.2. Environmental precautions
Avoid release to the environment.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
For containment : Collect spillage.
Methods for cleaning up : Mechanically recover the product. Notify authorities if product enters sewers or public waters.
Other information : Dispose of materials or solid residues at an authorized site.
6.4. Reference to other sections
For further information refer to section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling : Ensure good ventilation of the work station. Wear personal protective equipment. Keep away
from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
Hygiene measures : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Always wash hands after handling the
product.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Technical measures : Store locked up. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
Storage conditions : Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Protect from sunlight. Keep away from ignition
sources.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
Silver (7440-22-4)
ACGIH ACGIH TWA (mg/m³) 0.1 mg/m³ (dust and fume)
OSHA OSHA PEL (TWA) (mg/m³) 0.01 mg/m³
IDLH US IDLH (mg/m³) 10 mg/m³ (dust)
NIOSH NIOSH REL (TWA) (mg/m³) 0.01 mg/m³ (dust)

Copper (7440-50-8)
ACGIH ACGIH TWA (mg/m³) 0.2 mg/m³ (fume)
OSHA OSHA PEL (TWA) (mg/m³) 0.1 mg/m³ (fume)
1 mg/m³ (dust and mist)
IDLH US IDLH (mg/m³) 100 mg/m³ (dust, fume and mist)
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Copper (7440-50-8)
NIOSH NIOSH REL (TWA) (mg/m³) 1 mg/m³ (dust and mist)
0.1 mg/m³ (fume)

Phosphorus (7723-14-0)
Not applicable

8.2. Appropriate engineering controls

Appropriate engineering controls : Ensure good ventilation of the work station.
Environmental exposure controls : Avoid release to the environment.

8.3. Individual protection measures/Personal protective equipment

Hand protection:
Protective gloves

Eye protection:
Safety glasses

Skin and body protection:

Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection:
In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Solid
Appearance : Metallic luster - color varies, various forms.
Colour : No data available
Odour : No data available
Odour threshold : No data available
pH : No data available
Melting point : 1475 °F
Freezing point : Not applicable
Boiling point : No data available
Flash point : Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : Flammable solid.
Vapour pressure : No data available
Relative vapour density at 20 °C : No data available
Relative density : Not applicable
Solubility : No data available
Log Pow : No data available
Auto-ignition temperature : Not applicable
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : Not applicable
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosive limits : Not applicable
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidising properties : No data available
9.2. Other information
No additional information available

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SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
The product is non-reactive under normal conditions of use, storage and transport. Flammable solid.
10.2. Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
None under recommended storage and handling conditions (see section 7). Avoid contact with hot surfaces. Heat. No flames, no sparks. Eliminate all
sources of ignition.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Oxidizing agent. Strong acids. Strong bases.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity : Not classified

Silver (7440-22-4)
LD50 oral rat > 5000 mg/kg
LD50 dermal rat > 2000 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified

Serious eye damage/irritation : Not classified
Respiratory or skin sensitisation : Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : Not classified

Reproductive toxicity : Not classified

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) : Not classified

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated : Not classified

exposure)

Aspiration hazard : Not classified

Symptoms/effects after skin contact : None under normal conditions.

Symptoms/effects after ingestion : None under normal conditions.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Ecology - general : Very toxic to aquatic life.

Silver (7440-22-4)
LC50 fish 1 0.00155 - 0.00293 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Pimephales promelas [static])
EC50 Daphnia 1 0.00024 mg/l (Exposure time: 48 h - Species: Daphnia magna [Static])
LC50 fish 2 0.0062 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Oncorhynchus mykiss [flow-through])
Copper (7440-50-8)
LC50 fish 1 0.0068 - 0.0156 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Pimephales promelas)
EC50 Daphnia 1 0.03 mg/l (Exposure time: 48 h - Species: Daphnia magna [Static])
LC50 fish 2 < 0.3 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Pimephales promelas [static])
Phosphorus (7723-14-0)
LC50 fish 1 0.0017 - 0.0035 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Lepomis macrochirus [flow-through])
EC50 Daphnia 1 0.03 mg/l (Exposure time: 48 h - Species: Daphnia magna)
LC50 fish 2 0.001 - 0.004 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Lepomis macrochirus [static])
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Phosphorus (7723-14-0)
EC50 Daphnia 2 0.025 - 0.037 mg/l (Exposure time: 48 h - Species: Daphnia magna [Static])

12.2. Persistence and degradability

No additional information available

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Phosphorus (7723-14-0)
BCF fish 1 < 200

12.4. Mobility in soil

No additional information available

12.5. Other adverse effects

Phosphorus (7723-14-0)
1990 Hazardous Air Pollutant (Clean Air Act) Yes

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Disposal methods
Waste treatment methods : Dispose of contents/container in accordance with licensed collector’s sorting instructions.

SECTION 14: Transport information

Department of Transportation (DOT)
In accordance with DOT

Not applicable

Transportation of Dangerous Goods

Not applicable

Transport by sea

Not applicable

Air transport

Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. US Federal regulations

All components of this product are listed, or excluded from listing, on the United States Environmental Protection Agency Toxic
Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory

Chemical(s) subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 or Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) of
1986 and 40 CFR Part 372.
Silver CAS-No. 7440-22-4 14.5 - 15.5%
Copper CAS-No. 7440-50-8 78 - 82%
Phosphorus CAS-No. 7723-14-0 4.8 - 5.2%

Silver (7440-22-4)
CERCLA RQ 1000 lb no reporting of releases of this hazardous substance is required if the diameter of the
pieces of the solid metal released is >100 µm
Copper (7440-50-8)
CERCLA RQ 5000 lb no reporting of releases of this hazardous substance is required if the diameter of the
pieces of the solid metal released is >100 µm

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Phosphorus (7723-14-0)
CERCLA RQ 1 lb
Section 302 EPCRA Reportable Quantity (RQ) 1 lb
SARA Section 302 Threshold Planning 100 lb (this material is a reactive solid, the TPQ does not default to 10000 pounds for non-
Quantity (TPQ) powder, non-molten, non-solution form)

15.2. International regulations

Silver (7440-22-4)
Listed on the TCSI (Taiwan Chemical Substance Inventory)
Copper (7440-50-8)
Listed on the TCSI (Taiwan Chemical Substance Inventory)
Phosphorus (7723-14-0)
Listed on the TCSI (Taiwan Chemical Substance Inventory)

15.3. US State regulations

Silver (7440-22-4)
U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List
U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) - Environmental Hazard List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List

Copper (7440-50-8)
U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List
U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) - Environmental Hazard List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List

Phosphorus (7723-14-0)
U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List
U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) - Environmental Hazard List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List

SECTION 16: Other information

NFPA health hazard : 2 - Materials that, under emergency conditions, can cause
temporary incapacitation or residual injury.
NFPA fire hazard : 1 - Materials that must be preheated before ignition can
occur.
NFPA reactivity : 0 - Material that in themselves are normally stable, even
under fire conditions.

Hazard Rating
Health : 2 Moderate Hazard - Temporary or minor injury may occur
* - Chronic (long-term) health effects may result from repeated overexposure
Flammability : 1 Slight Hazard - Materials that must be preheated before ignition will occur. Includes liquids,
solids and semi solids having a flash point above 200 F. (Class IIIB)
Physical : 0 Minimal Hazard - Materials that are normally stable, even under fire conditions, and will NOT
react with water, polymerize, decompose, condense, or self-react. Non-Explosives.
Personal protection : B
B - Safety glasses, Gloves

SDS US (GHS HazCom 2012)

Although reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this document, we extend no warranties and make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained
therein, and assume no responsibility regarding the suitability of this information for the user's intended purposes or for the consequences of its use. Each individual should make a determination as to the
suitability of the information for their particular purpose(s).
Lucas-Milhaupt, Inc.

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