TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING |
| FIRE |
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. |
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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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| Inhalation |
Cough. Sore throat. |
Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. |
Fresh air, rest. |
| Skin |
Redness. Pain. |
Protective gloves. |
Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
| 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 |
Blue lips or fingernails. Blue skin. Diarrhoea. Nausea. Vomiting. Dizziness. Headache. |
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. |
Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention. |
| IMPORTANT DATA |
Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID, WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.Chemical dangers
The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic gases including nitrogen oxides. Attacks copper and its alloys. The substance is a strong oxidizer when dry and can increase the risk of fire or ignite combustible substances. Occupational exposure limits
TLV not established.
MAK not established. |
Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body 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. When ingested the substance may cause effects on the blood, resulting in the formation of methaemoglobin. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. |
