| Hazards and Protection. |
| Storage |
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep containers tightly closed. |
| Handling |
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Protection |
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. |
| Respirators |
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. |
| Small spills/leaks |
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. |
| Disposal code |
3 |
| Stability |
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. |
| Incompatibilities |
Strong oxidizing agents. |
| Decomposition |
Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
| Health. |
| Carcinogin | I-2B, N-2, CP65 |
| Poison_Class | 4 |
| Exposure effects |
Possible cancer hazard based on tests with laboratory animals. May cause kidney injury. |
| Ingestion | May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause kidney damage. May be harmful if swallowed. |
| Inhalation | Dust is irritating to the respiratory tract. |
| Skin | Dust may cause mechanical irritation. |
| Eyes | Dust may cause mechanical irritation. |
First aid | |
| Ingestion | Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. |
| Inhalation | Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth respiration. |
| Skin | Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water. |
| Eyes | Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. |
