Carbon tetrachloride GR for determinations with dithizone ACS,ISO
Tetrachloromethane
MERCK
T
CAS :56-23-5
Storage class :6.1 B
Do not allow to enter sewerage system
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Hazard / Symptom
Hazard Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Possible risks of irreversible effects. Toxic: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation. Dangerous for the ozone layer.
After inhalation mucosal irritations , headache , nausea , vomiting , dizziness , unconsciousness
After skin contact Irritations. absorption
After swallowing gastric pain ( bloody diarrhoea ) , nausea , vomiting , dizziness
After a latency period Damage of: liver , kidneys
Additional informations In high concentrations: narcosis , respiratory arrest
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Protective equipments / General working measures
GLASS GLOVE RESPIRATOR
NO SMOKING
Do not breathe vapour. Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information on recovery/recycling. Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheets.
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Accidental release measures / Fire-fighting measures
Person-related precautionary measures Do not inhale vapours/aerosols. Avoid substance contact.
Procedures for cleaning / absorption Take up with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb® ). 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. If breathing stops: mouth-to-mouth respiration or mechanical ventilation.
After skin contact wash off with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.
After eye contact rinse out with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes with the eyelid held wide open. Summon eye specialist.
After swallowing Keep airways free. Risk of aspiration! Immediately summon doctor.
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