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| TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING |
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Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO contact with oxidants.
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In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media.
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| EXPOSURE |
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AVOID ALL CONTACT!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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| Inhalation |
(See Ingestion).
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Local exhaust or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
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| Skin |
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Protective gloves.
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Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention.
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| Eyes |
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Safety goggles.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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| Ingestion |
Convulsions. Muscle stiffness. Shock or collapse.
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.
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Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention. Keep victim completely undisturbed.
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| SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | PACKAGING & LABELLING | |||||||
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Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus.
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Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Marine pollutant. EU Classification Symbol: T+, N R: 27/28-50/53 S: (1/2-)-36/37-45-60-61 UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1 UN Pack Group: I | |||||||
| EMERGENCY RESPONSE | STORAGE | |||||||
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Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61GT2-I
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Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from strong oxidants, food and feedstuffs. Well closed.
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| IMPORTANT DATA | |||
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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE: ODOURLESS AND COLOURLESS CRYSTALS, WITH BITTER TASTE. CHEMICAL DANGERS: The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides. The substance is a weak base. Reacts with strong oxidants, causing fire and explosion hazard. OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS: TLV: 0.15 mg/m³ as TWA; (ACGIH 2004). MAK: IIb (not established but data is available) (DFG 2004). |
ROUTES OF EXPOSURE: The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. INHALATION RISK: Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE: The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system, resulting in convulsions, muscle contractions, respiratory failure. Exposure may result in death. | ||
| PHYSICAL PROPERTIES | |||
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Decomposes below boiling point Melting point: 275-285°C Density: 1.36 g/cm³ Solubility in water: none |
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.68 | ||
| ENVIRONMENTAL DATA | |||
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The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to birds. This substance does enter the environment under normal use. Great care, however, should be given to avoid any additional release, e.g. through inappropriate disposal.
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Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Card has been partly updated in April 2005. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, Emergency Response.
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See Also:
Toxicological Abbreviations
Strychnine (PIM 507)