TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE
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ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS
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PREVENTION
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FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING
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FIRE
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Flammable.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
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Alcohol-resistant foam,
powder,
carbon dioxide
(see Notes).
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EXPLOSION
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Above 49°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
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Above 49°C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment.
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In case of fire: cool drums, etc., by spraying with water but avoid contact of the substance with water.
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EXPOSURE
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AVOID ALL CONTACT!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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INHALATION
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Corrosive.
Cough.
Laboured breathing.
Shortness of breath.
Sore throat.
Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes).
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Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Half-upright position.
Artificial respiration if indicated.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN
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Corrosive.
Redness.
Pain.
Blisters.
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Protective gloves.
Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Refer for medical attention.
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EYES
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Corrosive.
Redness.
Pain.
Severe deep burns.
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Face shield
or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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INGESTION
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Corrosive.
Abdominal pain.
Sore throat.
Collapse.
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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Rinse mouth.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Give plenty of water to drink.
Refer for medical attention.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
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STORAGE
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PACKAGING & LABELLING
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Consult an expert!
Ventilation.
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible.
Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place.
Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents
(extra personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus).
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Fireproof.
Separated from
food and feedstuffs, incompatible substances (see Chemical Dangers).
Dry.
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Airtight.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
C symbol
R: 10-34
S: (1/2-)26-45
UN Hazard Class: 8
UN Subsidiary Risks: 3
UN Packing Group: II
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SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
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ICSC: 0209
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Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993
No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.
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