reaction mass of Calcium chloride and Sodium chloride

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

1. Description of necessary first-aid measures

1.1. If inhaled

- Move to fresh air.

- If symptoms persist, call a physician.

1.2. In case of eye contact

- In case of eye contact, remove contact lens and rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for

at least 15 minutes.

- In the case of difficulty of opening the lids, administer an analgesic eye wash (oxybuprocaine).

- If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.

1.3. In case of skin contact

- Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use.

- Wash off with soap and water.

- If symptoms persist, call a physician.

1.4. If swallowed

- Rinse mouth with water.

- Do NOT induce vomiting.

- Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed.

- If symptoms persist, call a physician or Poison Control Centre immediately.

2. Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed

2.1. Inhalation

- May cause nose, throat, and lung irritation.

2.2. Skin contact

- Irritation

- Itching

2.3. Eye contact

- Irritation

- Risk of temporary eye lesions.

- Symptoms: Redness, Lachrymation

2.4. Ingestion

- Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

- Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

Unsuitable extinguishing media

- None.

Specific hazards arising from the chemical

- Not combustible.

Special protective actions for fire-fighters

- No special precautions required.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Advice for non-emergency personnel

- Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

Advice for emergency responders

- Use personal protective equipment.

Environmental precautions

- Should not be released into the environment.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

- Flush with plenty of water.

Reference to other sections

- Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

- Ensure adequate ventilation.

Storage

- No special storage conditions required.

Packaging material

Suitable material:

- Steel drum

- Stainless steel

Unsuitable material:

- no data available

Transport information

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Appropriate engineering controls

- Apply technical measures to comply with the occupational exposure limits.

Respiratory protection

- In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

- Respirator with a vapour filter (EN 141)

- Recommended Filter type: P2

Hand protection

- Impervious gloves

- Take note of the information given by the producer concerning permeability and break through times, and of special workplace conditions (mechanical strain, duration of contact).

- Suitable material: PVC, Neoprene, Natural Rubber

Eye protection

If splashes are likely to occur, wear:

- Goggles

- Face-shield

Skin and body protection

- Long sleeved clothing

- If splashes are likely to occur, wear:

- Neoprene

- Rubber or plastic boots

- Rubber or plastic apron

Hygiene measures

- Eye wash bottles or eye wash stations in compliance with applicable standards.

- When using do not eat, drink or smoke.

- Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

- Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Environmental exposure controls

- Dispose of rinse water in accordance with local and national regulations.

Additional remarks related with worker exposure:

The substance is a solution of inorganic salts in water which are naturally ocurring. The inorganic salts have a low toxicity and under normal handling and use conditions these inorganic salts are not systemically available. For this reason the human health hazards of the substance are well known. Furthermore inhalation exposure is unlikely (low vapour pressure). Therefore the risks for workers should be considered low if standard personal protective equipment (skin and eye protection) is used.

Additional remarks related with environmental exposure:

The substance is a solution of inorganic salts in water which are naturally ocurring. The inorganic salts have a low ecotoxicity (see section 6.1.3 and 6.1.5). For this reason the environmental hazards of the substance are well known. Therefore the risks for the environment should be considered low if standard environmental exposure controls are used.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

- May be corrosive to metals.

Chemical stability

- Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

- None known.

Materials to avoid

- Metals

Hazardous decomposition products

- none

Disposal considerations

Waste disposal methods

- Contact waste disposal services.

- In accordance with local and national regulations.

Contaminated packaging

- Where possible recycling is preferred to disposal or incineration.

- Clean container with water.

- Dispose of rinse water in accordance with local and national regulations.

- Must be incinerated in a suitable incineration plant holding a permit delivered by the competent authorities.