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Guidance on Safe Use

Guidance on Safe Use

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First-aid measures

If inhaled

- Move to fresh air.

- If symptoms persist, call a physician.

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.

- If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.

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.

If swallowed

- Rinse mouth with water.

- Do NOT induce vomiting.

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

Fire-fighting measures

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

Advice for non-emergency personnel

- Avoid dust formation.

Advice for emergency responders

- Sweep up to prevent slipping hazard.

Environmental precautions

- Should not be released into the environment.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

- Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.

- Keep in properly labelled containers.

- Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

- Ensure adequate ventilation.

- Keep away from Incompatible products.

Storage

- Store in original container.

- Keep in a dry place.

- Keep in properly labelled containers.

- Keep container closed.

- Keep away from Incompatible products.

- In bulk: in silo or in heap (covered and isolated from the ground) on a well-drained surface.

Suitable packaging material

- Polyethylene

- Polypropylene

- Plastic material PVDF, PTFE, PFA.

Unsuitable packaging material

- Aluminium

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Appropriate engineering controls

- Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.

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

Respiratory protection

- Respirator with a particle filter (EN 143)

- Recommended Filter type: P2

Hand protection

- Wear suitable gloves.

- Suitable material: PVC, Neoprene, Natural Rubber

Eye protection

- Goggles

Skin and body protection

- Dust impervious protective suit

- Apron/boots of PVC, neoprene in case of dusts.

Hygiene measures

- 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.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

- hygroscopic

- Potential for exothermic hazard

Chemical stability

- Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

- Reacts violently with water.

Conditions to avoid

- Exposure to moisture.

Materials to avoid

- oxidising substances

- Keep away from reducing agents.

- May be corrosive to metals (aqueous solution).

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.