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: use appropriate extinguishing media. |
| EXPLOSION |
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| EXPOSURE |
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PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! |
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| Inhalation |
Sore throat. Cough. |
Local exhaust or breathing protection. |
Fresh air, rest. |
| 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 |
Burning sensation in the throat and chest. |
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. |
Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention. |
| IMPORTANT DATA |
Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS OR HYGROSCOPIC WHITE POWDERChemical dangers
The solution in water is a medium strong base. Reacts violently with acids, chlorine trifluoride. Reacts with powdered metals. 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 when dispersed. Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. |
