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Guidance on Safe Use

Guidance on Safe Use

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First-aid measures

Inhalation: Mechanical irritation caused by dust in the  airways: Remove person from dust-exposed area.

Skin contact: Wash skin with water and/or a mild detergent.

Eye contact: Rinse eyes with water/saline solution. See a physician upon  persistent discomfort.

Ingestion: Remove source of for further ingestion. See inhalation.

Fire-fighting measures

FeSi lumps or granules are not combustible.

Specific fire & explosion hazards :  Flammability test under REACH (EC guideline) show FeSi to be non flammable.

Although UN- test on flammability in contact with water was negative, wet material added to molten (hot) ferrosilicon   may cause explosions due to formation of flammable hydrogen gas..

FeSi-particles  suspended in air may under certain conditions cause dust explosions.

Extinguishing media: Dry sand, CO2 or dry powder.

Accidental release measures

Material in the form of dust should be collected in suitable containers. Damp or wet  product must be kept away from dry, and must not be collected and stored in closed containers.

Ferrosilicon in the form of dust should be vacuumed by using a spark proof vacuuming system, rather than swept up

Handling and storage

Handling: Avoid  generation of dust. Wear protective clothing, gloves, and goggles. Wear suitable respiratory protection  where applicable

Avoid generating sparks or other ignition sources (e.g. welding) in areas with high dust concentrations.

Addition of wet material to molten ferrosilicon  may cause explosions due to formation of flammable hydrogen gas.

Avoid reactions with acids like hydrofluoric acid (HF) and nitric acid (HNO3) leading that lead to the formation of toxic gases.

Storage: Keep dry and in a well ventilated place and away from acids and bases.

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Stability and reactivity

Disposal considerations