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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
This preparation is an extinguishing media.
There are NO extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons.
NO special protective equipment is needed for fire-fighters. Wear protective equipment appropriate for the fire conditions.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
For personal protection: Prevent skin and eye contact, see Heading 8.
Clean up: Sweep up and recover for use or place in closed container for disposal, see Heading 13.
NO harm to the environment is expected from an accidental release of this preparation.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1. Handling
Care should be taken in handling all chemical substances and preparations.
See incompatibility information in Heading 10.
7.2. Storage
NO special conditions are needed for safe storage.
See incompatibility information in Heading 10.
Store in original container or Ansul fire extinguisher. Keep tightly closed until used.
There is minimal danger to the environment from a storage release.
7.3. Specific use
The intended or recommended use of this preparation is as a FIRE EXTINGUISHING AGENT.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
8.1. Exposure limit values
Nuisance dust limit:
OSHA TWA: 15 mg/m
3
ACGIH TLV-TWA: 10 mg/m
3
.
8.2. Exposure controls
8.2.1. Occupational exposure controls
8.2.1.1. Respiratory protection
Dust mask where dustiness is prevalent, or TLV is exceeded. Use mechanical filter respirator if exposure
is prolonged.
8.2.1.2. Hand protection
None normally needed. Use chemical resistant gloves when handling the preparation.
8.2.1.3. Eye protection
Use safety glasses with side shields or safety goggles.
8.2.1.4. Skin protection
No special equipment is needed.
8.2.2. Environmental exposure controls
No special controls are needed.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1. General information
Appearance: Yellow powder.
Odor: No odor.
9.2. Important health, safety, and environmental information
pH: Not determined.
Boiling point/boiling range: Not applicable.
Flash point: None.
Flammability (solid/gas): Not flammable.
Explosive properties: Not explosive.
Oxidizing properties: Not an oxidizer.
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