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SECTION 7: PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Normal precautions should be taken for collection of broken glass.
Waste Disposal Method: At the end of rated life, when this lamp is removed from service, it will
be subjected to the current Toxic Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP) prescribed by the
Environmental Protection Agency. This test is used to determining whether an item is a
hazardous waste or a non-hazardous waste under current E. P. A. definition. These lamps would
fail the TCLP test and would be considered hazardous under the Universal Waste Rules.
Generators should evaluate all of the disposal options, which may be available in the particular
state in which the generator’s facility is located. The generator should check with federal, state
and local officials for their guidance. Philips encourages recycling of its products by qualified
recyclers.
SECTION 8: CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory Protection: Appropriate dust mask should be used if large quantities of lamps are
being broken for disposal.
Ventilation: Avoid inhalation of any airborne dust. Provide local exhaust when disposing of
large quantities of lamps.
PL-C 13W, 18W, 26W Compact Fluorescent
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Hand and Eye Protection: Appropriate hand and eye protection should be worn when disposing
of large quantities of lamps or handling broken lamps.
SECTION 9: REGULATORY INFORMATION
As a product these mercury containing lamps being shipped in the manufacturer’s original
packaging are not regulated by air, truck or ocean shipment. As a waste, these spent fluorescent
lamps would be regulated in various states and local communities. This material safety data sheet
does not constitute “knowledge of the waste”, in certain jurisdictions.
5/5/97
Revised 8/02
S08-97006
PHILIPS