Ammonium hydrogen difluoride pure
Ammonium bifluoride ; Ammonium hydrogen fluoride
MERCK
T C
CAS :1341-49-7
Storage class :6.1 A
Water pollution class :1
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Hazard / Symptom
Hazard Toxic if swallowed. Causes burns.
After inhalation of dust Irritation symptoms in the respiratory tract. coughing Cannot be excluded: respiratory arrest
After skin contact irritant and caustic effects Causes poorly healing wounds.
After eye contact burns Risk of blindness!
After swallowing Burns of: mucous membrane , mouth , oesophagus , gastrointestinal tract ; strong pain (risk of perforation!) , vomiting , spasms , shock , respiratory arrest , death
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Protective equipments / General working measures
GLASS GLOVE RESPIRATOR
NO SMOKING
Do not breathe dust. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable gloves. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).
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Accidental release measures / Fire-fighting measures
Person-related precautionary measures Avoid generation of dusts; do not inhale dusts. Avoid substance contact.
Procedures for cleaning / absorption Take up dry. Forward for disposal. Clean up affected area.
Environmental-protection measures Do not allow to enter sewerage system.
Suitable extinguishing media In adaption to materials stored in the immediate neighbourhood.
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First aid
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.
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