UREA | ICSC: 0595 (July 1997) |
Carbamide Carbonyldiamide |
CAS #: 57-13-6 |
EC Number: 200-315-5 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Shortness of breath. Sore throat. | Use local exhaust. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. | Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. | Wear safety spectacles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Convulsions. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Rest. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. | |
PACKAGING | |
UREA | ICSC: 0595 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: NH2CONH2 / CH4N2O |
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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NOTES |
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Temperature of decomposition is unknown in the literature. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations Urea (WHO Food Additives Series 32) UREA (JECFA Evaluation)