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Not combustible.
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In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
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PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
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Cough.
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Local exhaust or breathing protection.
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Safety goggles, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. (Extra personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic particles).
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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE: COLOURLESS OR WHITE CRYSTALS CHEMICAL DANGERS: Reacts with strong oxidants causing fire and explosion hazard. OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS: TLV: 0.05 mg/m³ (respirable dust) (ACGIH 1997). MAK: Carcinogen category: I (DFG 2005). |
ROUTES OF EXPOSURE: The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation. INHALATION RISK: Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed. EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE: The substance may have effects on the lungs , resulting in fibrosis (silicosis). This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans. | |
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Boiling point: 2230°C Melting point: 1703°C Relative density (water = 1): 2.3 Solubility in water: none |
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Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated.
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| © IPCS, CEC 2005 |
See Also:
Toxicological Abbreviations