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.
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Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION
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Above 97°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
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Above 97°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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PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
STRICT HYGIENE!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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INHALATION
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Sore throat.
Cough.
Burning sensation.
Laboured breathing.
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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Pain.
Severe skin burns.
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Protective 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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Pain.
Severe deep burns.
Loss of 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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Burning sensation.
Abdominal pain.
Shock or collapse.
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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Rinse mouth.
Do NOT induce vomiting.
Rest.
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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Ventilation.
Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers.
Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place
(extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).
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Separated from
strong oxidants,
acids,
food and feedstuffs, organic nitro compounds.
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: 21/22-34-43
S: (1/2-)26-36/37/39-45
UN Hazard Class: 8
UN Packing Group: II
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SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
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ICSC: 0620
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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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