Use and Care Manual

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Skin Contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.
Eye Contact
Rinse thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Brush off loose particles. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Consult a physician.
Ingestion
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician if
symptoms occur.
Most Important Symptoms and Effects Both Acute and Delayed
General
Dust may cause mechanical irritation to eyes, nose, throat, and lungs
Inhalation
Prolonged contact with large amounts of dust may cause mechanical irritation.
Skin Contact
Skin contact with large amounts of dust may cause mechanical irritation.
Eye Contact
Contact may cause irritation due to mechanical abrasion
Ingestion
Ingestion is not likely to be harmful or have adverse effects
Other
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. Use work methods which minimize dust
production. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. Avoid
inhalation of dust and contact with skin and eyes Contact with water may cause 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