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Guidance on Safe Use

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First-aid measures

Inhalation

- Remove the subject from dusty environment and let him blow his nose.

- If symptoms persist, call a physician.

Eye contact

- 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).

- Consult with an ophthalmologist immediately in all cases.

Skin contact

- Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use.

- Wash off with plenty of water.

- If symptoms persist, call a physician.

Ingestion

- Call a physician immediately.

If victim is conscious:

- If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious).

- Do NOT induce vomiting.

If victim is unconscious but breathing:

- Artificial respiration and/or oxygen may be necessary.

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media

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

environment.

- Water

- Water spray

Extinguishing media which shall not be used for safety reasons

- None.

Special exposure hazards in a fire

- Oxidising

- Oxygen released in thermal decomposition may support combustion

- Contact with combustible material may cause fire.

- Contact with flammables may cause fire or explosions.

- Risk of explosion if heated under confinement.

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters

- In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

- Fire fighters must wear fire resistant personnel protective equipment.

Other information

- Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions

- Refer to protective measures listed in sections Handling and storage.

- Keep away from incompatible products

Environmental precautions

- Limited quantity can be flushed into sewer with plenty of water.

- If the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform respective authorities.

Methods for cleaning up

- Do not add chemical products.

- Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust.

- All receiving equipment should be clean, vented, dry, labelled and made of material that is compatible

with the product.

- Treat recovered material as described in the section "Disposal considerations".

Handling and storage

Handling

- Clean and dry piping circuits and equipment before any operations.

- Never return unused material to storage receptacle.

- Containers and equipment used to handle the product should be used exclusively for that product.

- Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

- Keep away from Incompatible products.

Storage

- Keep in a dry place.

- Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place.

- Keep away from direct sunlight.

- Keep away from heat.

- Keep away from Incompatible products.

- The container must be used exclusively for the product.

- Keep in container fitted with safety valve or vent.

Specific use(s)

- For further information, please contact: Supplier

Packaging material

- Stainless steel

- Polyethylene

- Paper + PE coating.

- glass

Other information

- Avoid dust formation.

- Refer to protective measures.

- In industrial installations, apply the rules for the prevention of major accidents (consult an expert).

- Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.

- To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:
UN-Number 3378
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
SODIUM CARBONATE PEROXYHYDRATE
Language:
English
Labels:
5.1
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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:
UN-Number 3378
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
SODIUM CARBONATE PEROXYHYDRATE
Language:
English
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:
UN-Number 3378
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
SODIUM CARBONATE PEROXYHYDRATE
Labels:
Oxidising agent
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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:
UN-Number 3378
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
SODIUM CARBONATE PEROXYHYDRATE
Labels:
Oxidizer
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Exposure controls / personal protection

Exposure controls

- Ensure adequate ventilation.

- Refer to protective measures.

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

Occupational exposure controls

Respiratory protection

- Use only respiratory protection that conforms to international/ national standards.

- Recommended Filter type:

- P2

Hand protection

- Wear suitable gloves.

- Suitable material : PVC, Neoprene, Natural Rubber

Eye protection

- Chemical resistant goggles must be worn.

Skin and body protection

- Protective suit

Hygiene measures

- Use only in an area equipped with a safety shower.

- Eye wash bottle with pure water

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

Environmental exposure controls

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

Stability and reactivity

Stability

- Potential for exothermic hazard

- Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Conditions to avoid

- Exposure to moisture.

- To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat.

Materials to avoid

- Water, Acids, Bases, Heavy metal salts, Reducing agents, Organic materials, Flammable materials,

Combustible material

Hazardous decomposition products

- Oxygen

Disposal considerations

Waste from residues / unused products

- Dilute with plenty of water.

- Dispose of wastes in an approved waste disposal facility.

- Can be landfilled, when in compliance with local regulations.

- In accordance with local and national regulations.

Packaging treatment

- Clean container with water.

- Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or disposal.

- Uncleaned empty packaging

- Dispose of as unused product.

- In accordance with local and national regulations.