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First-aid measures

General advice: Soiled, soaked clothing and shoes must be immediately removed, decontaminated and disposed of.

If inhaled: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention immediately.

In case of skin contact: In the event of contact with the skin, preferably wash with a cleanser based on polyethylene glycol or with plenty of warm water and soap. Consult a doctor in the event of a skin reaction. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes

thoroughly before reuse.

In case of eye contact: Hold the eyes open and rinse with preferably lukewarm water for a sufficiently long period of time (at least 10 minutes). Get medical attention immediately.

If swallowed: DO NOT induce the patient to vomit, medical advice is required. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Provided the patient is conscious,

wash out mouth with water.

Notes to physician: The product irritates the respiratory tract and may trigger sensitisation of the skin and respiratory tract. Treatment of acute irritation or bronchial constriction is primarily symptomatic. Following severe exposure the patient should be kept under medical review for at least 48 hours.

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media: Foam, CO2 or dry powder. Water spray may be used if no other available and then in copious quantities. Reaction between water and hot isocyanate may be vigorous. Prevent washings from entering water courses, keep fire exposed containers cool by spraying with water.

Unsuitable extinguishing media: High volume water jet.

Combustion products may include: carbon oxides (CO, CO2) nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2 etc.) hydrocarbons, isocyanate vapors and hydrogen cyanide.

In the event of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.

Fire in vicinity poses risk of pressure build-up and rupture. Containers at risk from fire should be cooled with water and, if possible, removed from the danger area. Due to reaction with water producing CO2-gas, a hazardous build-up of pressure could result if contaminated containers are re-sealed. Containers may burst if overheated.

Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode. PVC boots, gloves, safety helmet and protective clothing should be worn.

Do not allow contaminated extinguishing water to enter the soil, ground-water or surface waters.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions: Immediately contact emergency personnel. Evacuate the area. Keep upwind to avoid inhalation of vapours. Clean-up should only be performed by trained personnel. People dealing with major spillages should wear full protective clothing including respiratory protection. Use suitable protective equipment (section 8). Keep unauthorized persons away.

Environmental precautions: Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers.

Methods for cleaning up: If the product is in its solid form: Spilled MDI flakes should be picked up carefully. The area should be vacuum cleaned to remove remaining dust particles completely.

If the product is in its liquid form: Absorb spillages onto sand, earth or any suitable adsorbent material. Leave to react for at least 30 minutes. Do not absorb onto sawdust or other combustible materials. Shovel into open-top drums for further decontamination. Wash the spillage area with water. Test atmosphere for MDI vapour. Neutralise small spillages with decontaminant. Remove and dispose of residues. The compositions of liquid decontaminants are : (percentages by weight or volume) :

Decontaminant 1 : *- sodium carbonate : 5 - 10 % *- liquid detergent : 0.2 - 2 % *- water : to make up to 100 %

Decontaminant 2 : *- concentrated ammonia solution : 3 - 8 % *- liquid detergent : 0.2 - 2 % *- water : to make up to 100 %

Decontaminant 1 reacts slower with diisocyanates but is more environmentally friendly than decontaminant 2.

Decontaminant 2 contains ammonia. Ammonia presents health hazards. (See supplier safety information.)

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Handling and storage

Handling: Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms. In all workplaces or parts of the plant where high concentrations of isocyanate aerosols and/or vapors may be generated (e.g. during pressure release, mold venting or when cleaning mixing heads with an air blast), appropriately located exhaust ventilation must be provided in order to prevent occupational exposure limits from being exceeded. The air should be drawn away from the personnel handling the product.

The efficiency of the ventilation system must be monitored regularly because of the possibility of blockage.

Atmospheric concentrations should be minimised and kept as low as reasonably practicable below the occupational exposure limit.

             

Contact with skin and eyes and inhalation of vapors must be avoided under all circumstances.

Keep equipment clean.

A basic essential in sampling, handling and storage is the prevention of contact with water. Keep stocks of decontaminant readily available. The compositions of liquid decontaminants are described under "Accidental release measures".

             

Storage : Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials and food and drink. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabelled containers.

Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination.

Suitable containers: Steel. Stainless steel.

Unsuitable containers: Copper., copper alloy and galvanised surfaces

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

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Not dangerous goods
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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

"Use chemical resistant gloves classified under Standard EN374: Protective glove against chemicals and micro-organisms.

The use chemical resistant gloves classified under Standard EN374: Protective glove against chemicals and micro-organisms is prescribed for all products/articles with a residual concentration > 0.1% MDI.

Examples of suitable gloves barrier materials include: Butyl rubber, Polyethylene, Chlorinated polyethylene, Ethyl vinyl alcohol laminate (“EVAL”), Fluorinated rubber (Viton).

For frequently repeated contact gloves with protection class 5 or higher is recommended, while for brief contact, gloves with a class 3 protection or higher are suitable.

We advise against the use of latex gloves.

Atemschutz

An nicht ausreichend entlüfteten Arbeitsplätzen und bei Spritzverarbeitung Atemschutz erforderlich. Empfohlen werden Frischluftmaske oder für kurzzeitige Arbeiten Kombinationsfilter A2-P2.

Handschutz

Geeignete Materialien für Schutzhandschuhe; EN 374:

Polychloropren - CR: Dicke >=0,5mm; Durchbruchzeit >=480min.

Nitrilkautschuk - NBR: Dicke >=0,35mm; Durchbruchzeit >=480min.

Butylkautschuk - IIR: Dicke >=0,5mm; Durchbruchzeit >=480min.

Fluorkautschuk - FKM: Dicke >=0,4mm; Durchbruchzeit >=480min.

Empfehlung: Kontaminierte Handschuhe entsorgen.

Augenschutz

Schutzbrille/Gesichtsschutz tragen.

Haut- und Körperschutz

Bei der Arbeit geeignete Schutzkleidung tragen.

see as well Appendix 0 in chapter 13

Stability and reactivity

ABSCHNITT 10: Stabilität und Reaktivität

10.1 Reaktivität

Keine Informationen verfügbar.

10.2 Chemische Stabilität

Ab ca. 200 °C Polymerisation, CO2-Abspaltung.

10.3 Möglichkeit gefährlicher Reaktionen

Exotherme Reaktion mit Aminen und Alkoholen; mit Wasser CO2 - Entwicklung, in geschlossenen Behältern Druckaufbau; Berstgefahr.

10.4 Zu vermeidende Bedingungen

Keine Informationen verfügbar.

10.5 Unverträgliche Materialien

Keine Informationen verfügbar.

10.6 Gefährliche Zersetzungsprodukte

Keine gefährlichen Zersetzungsprodukte bei sachgemäßer Lagerung und Handhabung.

Disposal considerations

Entsorgung unter Berücksichtigung aller anzuwendenden internationalen, nationalen und lokalen Gesetze, Verordnungen und Satzungen.

Bei der Entsorgung innerhalb der EU ist der jeweils gültige Abfallschlüssel nach dem europäischen Abfallkatalog (EAK) zu verwenden.

13.1 Verfahren zur Abfallbehandlung

Verpackungen müssen direkt nach der letzten Produktentnahme nachentleert werden (tropffrei, rieselfrei, spachtelrein). Nach Unschädlichmachen der an den Wänden haftenden Produktreste sind Produkt- und Gefahrstoffkennzeichnung zu entwerten. Diese Verpackungen können packmittelspezifisch an den Annahmestellen der bestehenden Rücknahmesysteme der chemischen Industrie zur Verwertung abgegeben werden. Die Verwertung muss gemäß nationaler Gesetzgebung und Umweltschutzbestimmungen erfolgen.

Keine Entsorgung über das Abwasser.