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Fetal if swallowed / Fetal if contact with skin / Cause mild skin irritation / May cause damage to organs (central nervous system) / Cause damage to organ (thyroid gland, kidney, liver, spleen, central nervous system) / Very toxic to aquatic life / very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects |
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS Safety shower and eye bath. Use only in a chemical fume hood. GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Wash thoroughly after handling. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Respiratory Protection: Government approved respirator. Hand Protection: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles. |
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HANDLING Directions for Safe Handling: Do not breathe dust. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. STORAGE Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place. Incompatible Materials: Absorbs carbon dioxide from air. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Light and moisture sensitive. Avoid contact with acid. |
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PERSONAL PRECAUTION PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL Evacuate area. PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S) Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy rubber gloves. METHODS FOR CLEANING UP Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete. |
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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Suitable: Appropriate foam. Unsuitable: Do not use carbon dioxide extinguisher on this material. SPECIAL RISKS Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. SPECIFIC METHOD(S) OF FIRE FIGHTING Fire fighting hazard: water spray can be used to fight fire in area containing cyanide and to cool fire-exposed metal containers. However, direct contact of material with water or steam will cause decomposition liberating highly toxic hydrogen cyanide gas as well as generating a highly hazardous solution of dissolved cyanide which must be kept out of sewers and watercourses. Cyanide has been found to form explosive mixtures sometimes spontaneously with chlorates, nitrates, and nitrogen trichloride plus ammonia. |
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AFTER INHALATION If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. AFTER SKIN CONTACT In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician. AFTER EYE CONTACT In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician. AFTER INGESTION If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician immediately. |