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Guidance on Safe Use

Guidance on Safe Use

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First-aid measures

- Immediate Medical Assistance Required: Yes
- Skin Contact: Take off all contaminated clothing immediately. After contact with skin , wash immediately with plenty of water. May cause delayed burns. Seek medical advice.
- Eye contact: In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenly of water and seek medical advice. Consult an ophtalmotogist.
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing , give artificial respiration, preferably mouth to mouth. Seek medical advice.
- Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek medical advice.
- Emergency Equipment: Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the work station location .

Fire-fighting measures

- Suitable Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemicals, foam , water spray(mist). Use media appropriate for surrounding fire. Cool container/tanks with water spray.
- Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: -
- Exposure Hazards: High temperatures may liberale toxic or corrosive gases . Do not breathe smoke or vapours.
- Protective equipment and precaution for firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

Accidental release measures

- Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Ventilate the area
Environmental PrecautIons: Knock down vapour cloud with spray of water or other appropriate solution. Contain any spilt with dikes or absorbents to prevent migration and entry into sewers or streams. May require excavation of contaminated soil. Do not discharge into drains or the environment.
Methods for Clean-up: Cover with dry sodium carbonate. Residue maybe washed down with water. Shovel up residues and place in a labelled sealable container for subsequent safe disposal. Put leaking container into a labelled drum or overdrum.



Handling and storage

- Handling: Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking
- Storage: Keep in a dry, coot and well ventillated place. Local exhaust is needed at source of vapours. Equipment should be grounded. Mechanical ventilation is recommended . Keep at temperatures below 40°C.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:
1938
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
UN 1938, Bromoacetic acid solution, 8, II, 'Environmentally hazardous substance'mark (D/E)
Chemical name:
Bromoacetic acid
Language:
English
Labels:
8 + 'Environmentally hazardous substance'mark
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:
1938
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
Bromoacetic acid solution
Chemical name:
Bromoacetic acid
Marine pollutant
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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:
1938
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
Bromoacetic acid solution
Chemical name:
Bromoacetic acid
Labels:
8 + 'Environmentally hazardous substance' mark
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Exposure controls / personal protection

Exposure limits: No data available

- Skin Protection: Wear suitable protective equipment
- Eye Protection: Chemical goggles and face shield.
- Hand protection: Use neoprene rubber gloves
- Respiratory Protection: Full face piece approved respirator fitted with an organic vapour canister.


Stability and reactivity

- Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
- Materials to avoid: Strong bases. Oxidizing agents. Metals.
- Conditions to avoid: Exposure to sunlight. Air. Heat.
- Hazardous decomposition products: Hydrogen bromide. Carbon oxides.

Disposal considerations

Neutralize with lime or sodium carbonate. Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorised waste collection point. Dispose in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations.