Citric acid anhydrous powder extra pure Ph Eur,BP,USP,E 330
2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid ; beta-Hydroxy tricarboxylic acid
MERCK
Xi
CAS :77-92-9
Water pollution class :0
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Hazard / Symptom
Hazard Irritating to eyes.
After inhalation of dust Irritation symptoms in the respiratory tract.
After skin contact Slight irritations.
After eye contact Irritations.
After swallowing of large amounts Irritations of: mucous membranes ( stomach ) ; coughing , pain , bloody vomiting
Additional informations Substance which occurs in the human body under physiological conditions.
Very low acute toxicity in animal experiments.
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Protective equipments / General working measures
GLASS GLOVE RESPIRATOR
NO SMOKING
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
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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.
Suitable extinguishing media In adaption to materials stored in the immediate neighbourhood.
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First aid
FIRST AID
After inhalation fresh air.
After skin contact wash off with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.
After eye contact rinse out with plenty of water with the eyelid held wide open. Summon eye specialist.
After swallowing immediately make victim drink plenty of water (if necessary several litres). Summon doctor.
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