TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRE FIGHTING |
| FIRE |
Combustible under specific conditions. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. |
NO open flames. |
In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media. |
| EXPLOSION |
Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air. |
Prevent deposition of dust; closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. |
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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. |
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
| 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 |
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. |
Rinse mouth. Give plenty of water to drink. |
| IMPORTANT DATA |
Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER.Physical dangers
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air. Chemical dangers
The substance decomposes on burning producing toxic and irritating fumes including nitrogen oxides. The solution in water is a weak acid. Reacts with strong bases, strong oxidants. Occupational exposure limits
TLV not established. |
Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. 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
This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans. |
