TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING |
| FIRE |
Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. |
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In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media. |
| EXPLOSION |
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| EXPOSURE |
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PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID EXPOSURE OF (PREGNANT) WOMEN! |
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| Inhalation |
Cough. Sore throat. Headache. |
Ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust, or breathing protection. |
Fresh air, rest. |
| Skin |
Redness. |
Protective gloves. |
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
| Eyes |
Redness. |
Safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder. |
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
| Ingestion |
Diarrhoea. Nausea. Vomiting. |
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. |
Rinse mouth. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention. |
| IMPORTANT DATA |
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS TO WHITE HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS OR WHITE POWDER. TURNS BROWN ON EXPOSURE TO AIR.Chemical dangers Reacts violently with strong oxidants to produce iodine fumes. Occupational exposure limits TLV not established. MAK not established. |
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion.Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly especially if powdered. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure If ingested: the substance may have effects on the thyroid and may cause systemic sensitization. See Notes. |