epsilon-Caprolactam for synthesis 6-Aminocaproic acid lactam

CAS :105-60-2 Water pollution class :1

Hazard / Symptom
Hazard	Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
After inhalation	Irritations of the mucous membranes, coughing, and dyspnoea.
After skin contact	Irritations.
After eye contact	Irritations.
After swallowing	irritations of mucous membranes in the mouth, pharynx, oesophagus and gastrointestinal tract. No description of any further symptoms is avaiable.

Protective equipments / General working measures

No specific informations

Accidental release measures / Fire-fighting measures
Person-related precautionary measures	Avoid generation of dusts; do not inhale dusts. Ensure supply of fresh air in enclosed rooms.
Environmental-protection measures	Do not allow to enter sewerage system.
Procedures for cleaning / absorption	Take up dry. Forward for disposal. Clean up affected area. Avoid generation of dusts.
Suitable extinguishing media	Water, CO2, foam, powder.

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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