ALUMINIUM PHOSPHIDE | ICSC: 0472 (May 2018) |
Aluminum phosphide |
CAS #: 20859-73-8 |
UN #: 1397 |
EC Number: 244-088-0 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible but forms flammable gas on contact with water or damp air. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with water, moist air, heat or many materials. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. NO contact with water, heat or many other substances. | Use dry powder, dry sand, carbon dioxide. NO water. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Sore throat. Cough. Shortness of breath. Headache. Dizziness. Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhoea. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. No mouth-to-mouth artificial respiration. Refer immediately for medical attention. See Notes. |
Skin | Redness. Burning sensation. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Wear protective gloves when administering first aid. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhoea. Abdominal pain. Headache. Convulsions. Shock or collapse. Unconsciousness. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer immediately for medical attention. See Notes. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Cover the spilled material with dry earth, dry sand or plastic sheet. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneouslyFatal if swallowed or if inhaled Toxic in contact with skin Very toxic to aquatic life Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Dry. Cool. Fireproof. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from water, other incompatible materials and food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. | |
PACKAGING | |
Airtight. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
ALUMINIUM PHOSPHIDE | ICSC: 0472 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: AlP |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. |
NOTES |
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The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Do NOT take working clothes home. Consult a poison information centre or an expert for further information. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: F, T+, N; R: 15/29-28-32-50; S: (1/2)-3/9/14-30-36/37-45-61 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations