Form This specification covers the procurement of granular heat-treating salts suitable for use in the molten state. Application This product has been typically used as quenching media for the heat treatment of steel alloys to minimize distortion and reduce residual stress@ but usage is not limited to such applications (see 8.2). Safety- Hazardous Materials While the materials@ methods@ applications@ and processes described or referenced in this specification may involve the use of hazardous materials@ this specification does not address the hazards which may be involved in such use. It is the sole responsibility of the user to ensure familiarity with the safe and proper use of any hazardous materials and to take necessary precautionary measures to ensure the health and safety of all personnel involved. Classification The salts shall be of the classes shown in Table 1 as specified in the purchase order (see 3.5 and 8.3).