TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRE FIGHTING |
| FIRE |
Combustible. |
NO open flames. |
Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide. |
| EXPLOSION |
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| EXPOSURE |
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| Inhalation |
Cough. Sore throat. |
Local exhaust or breathing protection. |
Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
| Skin |
Redness. Pain. |
Protective gloves. |
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
| Eyes |
Redness. Pain. |
Safety goggles. |
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
| Ingestion |
Abdominal pain. Diarrhoea. Nausea. Vomiting. |
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. |
Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention. |
| IMPORTANT DATA |
Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALSChemical dangers
The solution in water is a medium strong acid. Reacts with strong oxidants. Occupational exposure limits
TLV not established. |
Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion.Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed. Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the skin and is severely irritating to the eyes and the respiratory tract. |
