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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION |
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Highly flammable. SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases. |
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS Safety shower and eye bath. Use nonsparking tools. Use only in a chemical fume hood. GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES Wash thoroughly after handling. Discard contaminated clothing and shoes. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Respiratory Protection: Government approved respirator. Hand Protection: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles. Special Protective Measures: Rubber apron. |
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HANDLING Directions for Safe Handling: Do not breathe dust. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. STORAGE Conditions of Storage: Keep container closed. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Store in a cool dry place. Handle and store under argon. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Handle and store under inert gas. Air sensitive. |
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PERSONAL PRECAUTION PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL Evacuate area. Shut off all sources of ignition. Use nonsparking tools. PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S) Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy rubber gloves. METHODS FOR CLEANING UP Cover with dry-lime, sand, or soda ash. Place in covered containers using non-sparking tools and transport outdoors. Avoid raising dust. |
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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Suitable: Use approved class D extinguishers or smother with dry sand, dry ground limestone, or dry clay. Unsuitable: Do not use water. SPECIAL RISKS Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. Flammable solid. Explosion Hazards: Material readily reacts with water generating flammable and/or explosive hydrogen gas SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. EXPLOSION DATA Dust Potential: This material, like most materials in powder form, is capable of creating a dust explosion. |
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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. Do not induce vomiting. |