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.
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NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
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Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION
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Above 38°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Risk of fire and explosion on contact with many materials.
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Above 38°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.
Combat fire from a sheltered position.
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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.
Headache.
Nausea.
Shortness of breath.
Sore throat.
Convulsions.
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Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Half-upright position.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN
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Corrosive.
MAY BE ABSORBED!
Redness.
Skin burns.
Pain.
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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.
Wear protective gloves when administering first aid.
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EYES
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Corrosive.
Redness.
Pain.
Severe deep burns.
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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 cramps.
Confusion.
Convulsions.
Unconsciousness.
Vomiting.
Weakness.
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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!
Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers.
Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place.
Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents.
Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment
(extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).
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Fireproof.
Separated from
food and feedstuffs (see Chemical Dangers).
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Special material.
Unbreakable packaging; put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
T symbol
R: 45-10-23/24/25-34-43
S: 53-45
Note: E
UN Hazard Class: 8
UN Subsidiary Risks: 3, 6.1
UN Packing Group: I
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SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
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ICSC: 0281
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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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