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First-aid measures

General advice       

If symptoms persist, call a physician

Eye contact       

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids. Consult a physician

If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.

Skin contact       

Remove contaminated clothing and shoes

Wash off with soap and water

Inhalation       

Blow nose.

Move to fresh air

Ingestion       

Do NOT induce vomiting.

If swallowed, do not induce vomiting - seek medical advice.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

Cool containers / tanks with water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide (CO 2), use CO2, dry chemical, or foam.

Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons       

Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire.

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special exposure hazards arising from the substance or preparation itself, combustion products, resulting gases       

In the event of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.

During processing, dust may form explosive mixture in air.

Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapours.

Dust may form explosive mixture in air.

Precautions for fire-fighters

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters.       

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

Other information       

Cool containers / tanks with water spray.

Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions       

Remove all sources of ignition.

Heat, flames and sparks.

Ensure adequate ventilation.

Use personal protective equipment.

Do not breathe vapours/dust.

Avoid contact with the skin and the eyes.

Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions       

The product should not be allowed to enter drains, water courses or the soil.

Should not be released into the environment.

Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system.

Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained.

Try to prevent the material from entering drains or water courses.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up       

Contain spillage, and then collect with non-combustable absorbent material (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite) and place in container for disposal according to local / national regulations.

Prevent dust cloud.

Use low-sparking hand tools and explosion-proof electrical equipment.

Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling       

Avoid creating dust.

Use only in area provided with appropriate exhaust ventilation.

Wear personal protective equipment.

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.

Wear a dust mask.

Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

Prevention of fire and explosion       

Avoid static electricity build up with connection to earth.

Hygiene measures       

Do not breathe dust.

When using, do not eat, drink or smok;

Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.

Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Technical measures/Storage conditions       

Keep tightly closed in a dry and cool place.

Store in original container.

Keep in properly labelled containers.

Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

Ensure all equipment is electrically grounded before beginning transfer operations.

Materials to avoid       

Strong oxidizing agents.

Transport information

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Control parameters

Occupational exposure limits: Inhalable dust : 10mg/m3 (8h).

Exposure controls

Engineering measures: When working in confined spaces (tanks, containers, etc.), ensure that there is a supply of air suitable for breathing and wear the recommended equipment.

General information: Use personal protective equipment.

Respiratory protection: Respirator must be worn if exposed to dust. In case of insufficient ventilation wear suitable respiratory equipment.

Eye protection: Safety glasses with side-shields

Skin and body protection: Wear suitable protective clothing. Protective shoes or boots.

Hand protection: Protective gloves

Environmental exposure controls

The product should not be allowed to enter drains, water courses or the soil.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity  

      

Chemical stability  

Stability       

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Possibility of hazardous reactions  

Conditions to avoid       

Heat, flames and sparks

Take precautionary measures against static charges.

Incompatible materials  

Materials to avoid

Strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous decomposition products       

Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods  

Waste from residues/Unused products       

Dispose of in accordance with the European Directives on waste and hazardous waste.

Should not be released into the environment.

Contaminated packaging       

Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or disposal.

Other information       

According to the European Waste Catalogue, Waste Codes are not product specific, but application specific.

Waste codes should be assigned by the user based on the application for which the product was used.