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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Not combustible.
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Powder, carbon dioxide.
NO water.
In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
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EXPLOSION
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In case of fire: cool cylinder by spraying with water but avoid contact of the substance with water.
Fire fighters should wear complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.
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EXPOSURE
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STRICT HYGIENE!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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INHALATION
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Corrosive.
Burning sensation.
Cough.
Laboured breathing.
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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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Redness.
Burning sensation.
Pain.
ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.
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Protective gloves.
Cold-insulating gloves.
Protective clothing.
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First rinse with plenty of water, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again.
Refer for medical attention.
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EYES
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Redness.
Pain.
Blurred vision.
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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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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
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STORAGE
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PACKAGING & LABELLING
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Evacuate danger area!
Consult an expert!
Ventilation.
NEVER direct water jet on liquid.
Remove fumes with fine water spray
(extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).
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Fireproof if in building.
Separated from
alkali metals, alkaline earth metals, alkyl nitrates and lime.
Cool.
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T+ symbol
R: 14-26-35
S: 9-26-28-36-45
UN Hazard Class: 2.3
UN Subsidiary Risks: 8
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SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
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ICSC: 0231
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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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