TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING |
| FIRE |
Not combustible. |
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In case of fire in the surroundings: powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide. |
| EXPLOSION |
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| EXPOSURE |
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PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! |
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| Inhalation |
Cough. Sore throat. |
Ventilation. Local exhaust. |
Fresh air, rest. |
| Skin |
Redness. Pain. |
Protective gloves. |
First rinse with plenty of water, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Refer for medical attention. |
| Eyes |
Redness. Pain. |
Face shield. |
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. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention. |
| IMPORTANT DATA |
Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS 25-50% SODIUM SILICATE SOLUTION IN WATERChemical dangers
The solution in water is a medium strong base. Reacts with aluminium and zinc forming flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen - see ICSC0001). Occupational exposure limits
TLV not established.
MAK 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 on spraying. Effects of short-term exposure
The aerosol is irritating to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. |
