Document: GT04043 Page 2 of 3
Direction of Plant Date of issuing: 25-Feb-04
SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash point: N/A
Flammable limits in
air, % by volume
N/A
Auto-ignition
temperature:
N/A
Extinguishing media: N/A – The product is a fire extinguishing agent
Unusual fire and explosion
hazards:
NONE
Special fire fighting procedures:
The material is a fire extinguishing agent and will not burn. However, if other
materials are involved, use standard chemical fire fighting procedures and
consider the hazards of those materials. In enclosed areas, fire fighters must
wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective equipment.
SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable Conditions to avoid:
Extreme
heat
Hazardous
polymerization:
Will not
occur
Incompatibility (materials to
avoid):
Strong acids. Do not mix with ABC type dry chemical extinguishing agents.
Hazardous decomposition
products:
Carbon dioxide.
SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Threshold limit value:
ACGIH TLV for particulates not otherwise classified: 10 mg/m
3
OSHA PEL for nuisance dust limit total: 15 mg/m
3
Routes of entry:
Inhalation: YES; may be irritant to the respiratory tract.
Eye contact: YES; mildly irritant for a short period.
Skin contact: YES; may be mildly irritating.
Ingestion: NOT an expected route of entry.
Signs and symptoms of
overexposure:
Acute: Transient cough, shortness of breath, irritation of airways.
Chronic: This product is not known to cause chronic illness.
Medical conditions generally
aggravated by exposure:
Asthma, emphysema, bronchitis or other respiratory illness.
Chemical listed as carcinogen or
potential:
NTP program: No IARC monographs: No OSHA: No
Emergency and first aid
procedures:
Eye contact: Flush with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. If
irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Skin contact: Wash with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical
attention.
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air. Seek medical attention if discomfort
continues.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink large amounts of water and induce vomiting.
Seek medical help.
SECTION 7 – SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND SPILL / LEAK PROCEDURES
Precautions to be taken in
handling and storage:
Should be stored in original containers. Store in dry, cool, well-ventilated
place away from acidic compounds. Wash after handling. Do not cut, grind,
weld or drill on or near product containers. Treat empty containers as if they
were full.
Other precautions: Do not mix with acidic materials.
Steps to be taken in case
materials is released or spilled:
Sweep up or vacuum. Store in covered containers. Do not reuse. In case of
large spills, use rubber gloves, chemically resistant suit and boots, hard hat
and air purifying respirator.
Waste disposal method:
Dispose of in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
Components are non hazardous, sanitary landfill disposal may be acceptable
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