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.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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In case of fire in the surroundings: NO water, NO hydrous agents, powder, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam.
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EXPLOSION
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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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Cough.
Laboured breathing.
Burning sensation.
Blue lips or finger nails.
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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MAY BE ABSORBED!
Redness.
Pain.
Serious skin burns.
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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Pain.
Redness.
Blurred vision.
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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Burning sensation.
Abdominal pain.
Diarrhoea.
Shock or collapse.
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Wash hands before eating.
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Rinse mouth.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Give nothing to drink.
Refer for medical attention.
See Notes.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
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STORAGE
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PACKAGING & LABELLING
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Cover the spilled material with dry sand.
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible,
then remove to safe place.
NEVER direct water jet on liquid
(extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).
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Separated from
food and feedstuffs.
See Chemical Dangers.
Dry.
Keep in a well-ventilated room.
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Unbreakable packaging; put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
C symbol
R: 34-37
S: (1/2-)9-26-45
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Subsidiary Risks: 8
UN Packing Group: II
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SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
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ICSC: 0845
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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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