100047

Acetic acid (glacial) 100% SelectipurŽ

Acetic acid glacial ; Methane carboxylic acid ; Methylformic acid

CAS :64-19-7

Storage class :3 A

Water pollution class :1

Hazard / Symptom
Hazard	Flammable. Causes severe burns.
After inhalation of vapours	Irritation symptoms in the respiratory tract. pneumonia bronchitis Inhalation may lead to the formation of oedemas in the respiratory tract.
After skin contact	Burns.
After eye contact	Burns. Risk of blindness! Risk of corneal clouding. burns of mucous membranes
After swallowing	Burns in oesophagus and stomach. gastric spasms , bloody vomiting , dyspnoea Risk of perforation in the oesophagus and stomach. Pulmonary failure possible after aspiration of vomit. Cannot be excluded: shock , cardiovascular failure , acidosis Damage of: kidneys
Additional informations	Strongly corrosive substance.

Protective equipments / General working measures

Do not breathe vapour. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).

Accidental release measures / Fire-fighting measures
Person-related precautionary measures	Do not inhale vapours/aerosols. Avoid substance contact. Ensure supply of fresh air in enclosed rooms.
Procedures for cleaning / absorption	Take up with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. ChemizorbŽ ). Forward for disposal. Clean up affected area.
Environmental-protection measures	Do not allow to enter sewerage system.
Additional notes	Render harmless: neutralize with diluted sodium hydroxide solution.
Suitable extinguishing media	Water, CO₂, foam, powder.

First aid

After inhalation	fresh air. Summon doctor.
After skin contact	wash off with plenty of water. Dab with polyethylene glycol 400. Immediately remove contaminated clothing.
After eye contact	rinse out with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes with the eyelid held wide open. Immediately summon eye specialist.
After swallowing	make victim drink plenty of water (if necessary several litres), avoid vomiting (risk of perforation!). Immediately summon doctor. Do not attempt to neutralize.