TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRE FIGHTING |
| FIRE |
Combustible under specific conditions. |
NO open flames. |
Water spray, powder. |
| EXPLOSION |
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| EXPOSURE |
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PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! |
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| Inhalation |
Cough. Sore throat. |
Local exhaust or breathing protection. |
Fresh air, rest. |
| Skin |
Redness. |
Protective gloves. |
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
| Eyes |
Redness. Pain. |
Safety spectacles. |
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
| Ingestion |
Diarrhoea. 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
WHITE TO BROWN OR GREY CRYSTALS, WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.Chemical dangers
The substance decomposes on heating above 160°C producing acetone vapor and calcium carbonate. Reacts violently with strong acids to produce acetic acid fumes. Occupational exposure limits
TLV not established. |
Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion.Inhalation risk
A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. |
