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Contact with large amount of dust may cause mechanical irritation to eyes, nose, throat, and
lungs.
Chronic
Symptoms
Not available
Section 5: Fire-Fighting Measures
Suitable Extinguishing Media:
Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media:
Do not use a heavy water stream. Use of heavy stream of water may spread
fire.
Fire Hazard:
Not considered flammable but may burn at high temperatures.
Explosion Hazard:
Product is not explosive.
Reactivity:
When heated to decomposition, emits toxic fumes. Toxic Gas.
Hazardous Combustion Products:
Toxic fumes are released. Hydrogen chloride. Sodium oxides. Chlorine.
Other Information:
Do not allow run-off from firefighting to enter drains or water courses.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions
Avoid breathing (dust). Avoid all contact with skin, eyes, or clothing.
Protective Equipment:
Use appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE).
Environmental
Precautions
Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. Avoid release to the environment.
Methods for Cleaning
Up
Clear up spills immediately and dispose of waste safely. Recover the product by
vacuuming, shoveling or sweeping. Contact competent authorities after a spill.
Section 7: Handling And Storage
Precautions for Safe Handling
Additional Hazards
When Processed
When heated to decomposition, emits toxic fumes. Contact with water causes an
exothermic heat reaction, which may cause significant temperature rise. Corrosive to
metals upon prolonged contact. May release hydrogen gas on prolonged contact with
certain metals.
Hygiene Measures
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Wash hands and
other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking, or smoking and
again when leaving work. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands
and forearms thoroughly after handling.
Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities
Technical Measures
Comply with applicable regulations
Storage Conditions
Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep container closed when not in use.
Keep/Store away from extremely high or low temperatures, direct sunlight, heat, ignition
sources, and incompatible materials.
Incompatible
Materials
Strong acids. Strong bases. Strong oxidizers.
Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Control Parameters
No Occupational Exposure Limits (OELs) have been established for this product or its
chemical components.
Appropriate Engineering
Controls
Emergency eye wash fountains and safety showers should be available in the
immediate vicinity of any potential exposure. Ensure all national/local regulations are
observed. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas