Hydroquinone Reag. Ph Eur
1,4-Dihydroxybenzene ; p-Dihydroxybenzene ; Quinol
MERCK
Xn
CAS :123-31-9
Do not allow to enter sewerage system
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Hazard / Symptom
Hazard Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
After inhalation strong irritant effect coughing , dyspnoea Possible damages: pulmonary oedema ( Latency time until onset of action. )
After skin contact Severe irritations.
After eye contact Severe irritations. Risk of corneal clouding.
After swallowing nausea , vomiting , diarrhoea , dyspnoea , cyanosis , collapse
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Protective equipments / General working measures
GLASS GLOVE RESPIRATOR
NO SMOKING
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear eye/face protection.
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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 Water, CO2, foam, powder.
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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 make victim drink plenty of water, induce vomiting, summon doctor.
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