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Specific Hazards Arising from the Material: This product does not present fire or explosion hazards as shipped. Small chips, fine turnings and dust from processing may be ignitable. May emit toxic metal oxide fumes under fire
Beryllium copper is non-sparking yet physically tough and nonmagnetic, fulfilling the requirements of ATEX directive for Zones 0, 1, and 2. Beryllium copper screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, cold chisels, knives, and hammers are available for environments with explosive hazards, such as oil rigs, coal mines, and grain
IARC: 1 - Group 1: Carcinogenic to humans (Beryllium copper base alloy) 1 - Group 1: Carcinogenic to humans (Beryllium copper base alloy) NTP: Known - Known to be human carcinogenThe reference note has been added by
Copper beryllium (CuBe), in solid form and as contained in finished products, presents no special health risks. Most manufacturing operations, conducted properly on well-maintained equipment, are capable of safely processing copper
The inhalation of beryllium dust, mist or fume can cause a serious lung condition in some individuals. The degree of hazard varies depending on the form of the product, and how the material is processed and handled.
Beryllium: NTP lists beryllium compounds as known to be human carcinogens. IARC lists beryllium-copper as Group 1 (Carcinogenic to humans), and notes that “the association of the elevated lung cancer risks with beryllium exposure is supported by a large number of lung cancer cases and stable rate ratios, a consistency in findings among plants,
OSHA’s current permissible exposure limit (PEL) for beryllium is both outdated and ineffective for preventing disease. Over the decades since OSHA adopted the current PEL, a consensus has developed around the science supporting the need for greater protection for workers.
