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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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In case of fire in the surroundings: powder, carbon dioxide. NO water.
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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 |
Corrosive. Burning sensation. Cough. Shortness of breath.
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Avoid inhalation of fine dust and mist. Closed system and ventilation.
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Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
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| Skin |
Corrosive. Skin burns. Pain.
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Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
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First rinse with plenty of water, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Refer for medical attention. Wear protective gloves when administering first aid.
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Corrosive. Pain. Severe deep burns.
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Face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.
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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 |
Corrosive. Abdominal cramps. Burning sensation. 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. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.
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Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers, then remove to safe place. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.
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Unbreakable packaging; put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. EU Classification Symbol: T+, N R: 26/28-33-51/53 S: (1/2-)-20/21-45-61 Note: [A] UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 7 UN Subsidiary Risks: 8 | |||||||
| EMERGENCY RESPONSE | SAFE STORAGE | |||||||
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Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-70Gd
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Separated from aromatic compounds, ethanol, food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room.
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| IMPORTANT DATA | |||
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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE: COLOURLESS TO WHITE DELIQUESCENT CRYSTALS. CHEMICAL DANGERS: The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic fumes of hydrogen fluoride (see ICSC 0283). Reacts with aromatic compounds, such as benzene, toluene and xylene. Reacts violently with water and ethanol. Attacks many metals forming flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen - see ICSC 0001). Attacks plastic, rubber and coatings. OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS: TLV: (as U) 0.2 mg/m³ as TWA; 0.6 mg/m³ as STEL; A1 (confirmed human carcinogen); (ACGIH 2004). |
ROUTES OF EXPOSURE: The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion. INHALATION RISK: A harmful contamination of the air can be reached rather quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE: Corrosive. The substance is corrosive to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the kidneys, resulting in kidney impairment and tissue lesions. Exposure at low level may result in death. | ||
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Boiling point: 56°C Relative density (water = 1): 5.09 Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20°C: reaction Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 14.2 |
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Do NOT take working clothes home. Shipping name: UN 2978: Uranium hexafluoride (low specific activity); UN 2977: Uranium hexafluoride, fissile (containing more than 1% (235) uranium). Card has been partly updated in April 2005. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, Emergency Response. | |||
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See Also:
Toxicological Abbreviations