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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Combustible.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO open flames.
NO contact with oxidizing materials and acids.
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Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION
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Above 88°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
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Above 88°C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment.
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In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
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EXPOSURE
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AVOID ALL CONTACT!
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INHALATION
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Burning sensation.
Cough.
Laboured breathing.
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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Redness.
Serious skin burns.
Pain.
Blisters.
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Protective gloves.
Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Refer for medical attention.
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EYES
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Redness.
Pain.
Permanent loss of 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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Abdominal pain.
Burning sensation.
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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.
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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Evacuate danger area!
Consult an expert!
Ventilation.
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible.
Wash away remainder with plenty of water
(extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).
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Separated from
strong oxidants,
acids,
metals, food and feedstuffs.
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Unbreakable packaging; put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Packing Group: II
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SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
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ICSC: 0706
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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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