SDS

HTH Pre-measured water soluble Pods Calcium Hardness Up
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Suitable extinguishing media
:
Choose extinguishing media suitable for surrounding materi-
als.
Specific hazards during firefighting
:
Heating or fire can release toxic gas.
Further information
:
In case of fire, use normal fire-fighting equipment and the
personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 to
include a NIOSH approved self-contained breathing appa-
ratus.
Use water to cool containers.
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective
equipment and emergency proce-
dures
:
Remove all sources of ignition.
Stop source of spill as soon as possible and notify appropriate
personnel.
Utilize emergency response personal protection equipment
prior to the start of any response.
Evacuate all non-essential personnel.
For disposal considerations see section 13.
Environmental precautions
:
If the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform
respective authorities.
Methods and materials for contain-
ment and cleaning up
:
Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.
Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.
Avoid dust formation.
SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Advice on safe handling
:
Do not take internally. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and cloth-
ing. Upon contact with skin or eyes, wash off with water.
Avoid breathing dust from this material.
Conditions for safe storage
:
Store in a cool, dry and well ventilated place.
Material is hygroscopic. Protect from moisture-laden air.
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Components with workplace control parameters
Engineering measures
:
Local exhaust ventilation is recommended if significant dust-
ing occurs. Otherwise use general exhaust ventilation.
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection
:
Wear a NIOSH approved respirator if levels above the expo-
sure limits are possible.
Hand protection