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Hazard | May cause harm to the unborn child. Possible risk of impaired fertility. Also harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. Danger of cumulative effects. |
The following applies to lead compounds in general | Due to the poor absorbability via the gastrointestinal tract, only very high doses lead to acute cases of intoxication. After a latency period of several hours, metallic taste, nausea, vomiting, and colics occur, in many instances followed by shock. Chronic uptake causes peripheral muscular weakness ("drop-wrist"), anaemia, and central-nervous disorders. The information available suggests that an embryotoxic potential must be considered probable. Women of child-bearing age should not be exposed to the substance over longer periods of time (observe critical threshold). |
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Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. Wear suitable gloves. 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 |
Avoid generation of dusts. |
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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