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First-aid measures

Description of first aid measures

Eye contact Holding the eyelids apart, flush eyes promptly with copious flowing water for at

least 20 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.

Skin contact Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin thoroughly with mild soap and plenty of

water for at least 15 minutes. Wash clothing before reuse. Get medical attention if

irritation occurs.

Inhalation In case of dust inhalation or breathing fumes released from heated material,

remove person to fresh air. Keep him quiet and warm. Apply artificial respiration if

necessary and get medical attention immediately.

Ingestion If swallowed, wash mouth thoroughly with plenty of water. Get medical attention

immediately.

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NOTE: Never give an unconscious person anything to drink

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Most important symptoms

and effects, both acute and

delayed

None known

Indication of any immediate

medical attention and special

treatment needed

No specific antidote.

Treat symptomatically and supportively.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media Material is not combustible. Use extinguishing media appropriate to surrounding

fire conditions.

Special hazards arising from

the substance or mixture

When heated to decomposition, may release poisonous and corrosive fumes of

CO, CO2 and HBr.

Advice for fire-fighters Cool containers with water spray. In closed stores, provide fire-fighters with

self-contained breathing apparatus in positive pressure mode.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions,

protective equipment and

emergency procedures

Wear appropriate safety clothing and eye/face protection (see Section 8).

Environmental precautions Prevent product from entering drains, ditches and rivers.

Methods and materials for

containment and cleaning up

Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal or possible reuse. Avoid

raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Reference to other sections None.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Keep containers tightly closed. Avoid bodily contact.

Conditions for safe storage,

including any incompatibilities

Do not store under direct sunlight, even for short periods. Store in a dry, cool,

well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see Section 10).

Specific end use(s) No specific requirements

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Ventilation requirements Ventilation must be sufficient to maintain TLV-TWA below 3 mg/m³, respirable

particles, and 10 mg/m³, inhalable particles (ACGIH recommendation for Particles

(Insoluble or poorly soluble) Not Otherwise Specified (PNOS)).

Personal protective equipment:

- Respiratory protection Dust respirator

- Hand protection Protective gloves

- Eye protection Chemical safety goggles

- Skin and body protection Body covering clothes and boots

Hygiene measures Do not eat, smoke or drink where material is handled, processed or stored. Wash

hands thoroughly after handling and before eating or smoking. Safety shower and

eye bath should be provided.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity None known

Chemical stability Stable under normal conditions

Possibility of hazardous reactions Not expected to occur

Conditions to avoid Heating above decomposition temperature

Incompatible materials Acid anhydride, strong mineral acid, strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Hazardous decomposition products

Hydrogen bromide, carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods

Waste disposal Dispose of in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations.

Disposal of Packaging Dispose of in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations.