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EC number: 228-601-5 | CAS number: 6303-21-5
Guidance on Safe Use
Administrative data
First-aid measures
* General advice:
Show the safety datasheet to the doctor.
First aider needs to protect himself.
Place affected clothing in a sealed bag for subsequent decontamination.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Including shoes.
* Inhalation:
Move to fresh air.
Keep at rest.
In case of persistent problems: Consult a physician.
* Skin contact:
Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.
Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Get medical attention immediately.
* Eye contact:
Rinse with running water whilst keeping the eyes wide open (at least 15 minutes)
Seek advice of an ophthalmologist.
* Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.
Do not give anything to drink.
* Protection of first-aiders:
Specific methods:
Wear suitable protective equipment.
Contain the spread of extinguishing fluids.
Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Do not inhale fumes.
Special protective actions for firefighters:
In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus (EN 133)
Full protective suit.
Fire-fighting measures
* Suitable extinguishing media:
All extinguishing agents can be used.
Foam
Powder
Sand
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
* Not suitable extinguishing media:
Water(exothermic reaction). Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
* Specific hazards arising from the substance or mixture:
Thermal decomposition with formation of corrosive vapour and phosphorus oxides
Corrosive or suffocating vapours are released.
In the presence of water, forms a corrosive solution.
On combustion forms:
Phosphorus trihydride (phosphine)
Toxic and highly flammable gases are released, which increase fire/explosion hazards
At elevated temperature (>130°C), may form vapour mixture of phosphine/air which is spontaneously flammable.
* Advice for firefighters
Wear suitable protective equipment.
Cool containers / tanks with water spray.
Contain the spread of extinguishing fluids (this product may be hazardous for the environment).
Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Do not inhale fumes.
* Protection of fire-fighters:
Full protective suit.
In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus (EN 133)
Accidental release measures
* Personal precautions:
Avoid contact with the skin and the eyes. Do not allow uncontrolled discharge of product into the environment. Ventilate the area. Do not breathe fumes. Stay upwind.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Wear suitable gloves.
Stop the leak, and if possible, avoid any contact with skin and clothing.
Remove all incompatible materials (Alkalis, caustic products, Water (exothermic reaction.), strong bases and oxidizing agents., Metallic oxides (mercury, silver, lead, copper, zinc, Metals) as quickly as possible
* Environmental precautions:
Contain the spilled material by bunding.
Should not be released into the environment.
Treat recovered material as described in the section "Disposal considerations".
* Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
- Methods for cleaning up:
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
- Recovery:
Contain spillage, and then collect with non-combustible absorbent material, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite).
Clean-up methods - large spillage
Pump up the product into a spare container: - suitably labeled.
Use acid resistant materials.
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Clean-up methods - small spillage
Absorb spillage with:
non-combustible absorbent material, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite).
Shovel into suitable container for disposal.
- Neutralization:
Neutralize with sodium carbonate or calcium hydroxide.
- Cleaning/Decontamination:
Wash the non-recoverable remainder with sodium carbonate solution (5 % Na2 CO3).
- Disposal:
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Handling and storage
* Handling
- Technical measures/Precautions:
Provide water supplies, ocular fountains and showers near the point of use. Provide a catch-tank in a bunded area.
Acid resisting floor
Only use materials resistant to:
Acids
Vapor extraction at source
- Safe handling advice:
Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited in the application area. Avoid splashing when handling.
Avoid contact with metals.
Avoid contact with hot surfaces.
Avoid the formation or spread of mists in the atmosphere.
Use only in well-ventilated areas.
Avoid frequent and direct contact with substance
Do NOT handle without gloves.
Do NOT handle if hands have any cuts or wounds.
Do not pipette liquids using a mouth pipette.
Follow the instructions for use issued by the producer.
Do not mix with incompatible materials (Alkalis, caustic products, Water (exothermic reaction.), strong bases and oxidizing agents., Metallic oxides (mercury, silver, lead, copper, zinc, Metals)
Handle and open the container with care.
Provide adequate ventilation.
Do NOT handle in a confined space.
Local ventilation required when opening the packaging
* Storage
- Technical measures: The floor of the depot should be impermeable and designed to form a watertight
basin.
- Storage conditions:
Storage temperature: 20-30°C
Recommended: Keep away from incompatible materials (see Incompatible products:)
Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place.
Local ventilation required when opening the packaging.
Incompatible products:
Alkalis, caustic products, Water (exothermic reaction.), strong bases and oxidizing agents., Metallic oxides (mercury, silver, lead, copper, zinc, Metals)
* Packaging measures and materials
- Packaging measures: Store in original container
- Recommended:
Stainless steel 316 L, lined steel., Polyethylene
- To be avoided: Metals
- Other data: may be corrosive to metals. Hydrogen is released which forms an explosive mixture in air.
Transport information
Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)
- UN number:
- UN 3264
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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))
- UN number:
- 3264
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Special provisions / remarks
- Remarks:
- Environmentally Hazardous : no
Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)
- UN number:
- UN 3264
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.(Hypophosphorous acid)
- Chemical name:
- Hypophosphorous acid
- Labels:
- 8
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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)
- UN number:
- UN 3264
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.(Hypophosphorous acid)
- Chemical name:
- Hypophosphorous acid
- Labels:
- 8
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Additional transport information
Additional information
- Special provisions / remarks / other:
- United Kingdom regulation:
Chip3: Chemical (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2002
Exposure controls / personal protection
* Engineering measures:
Avoid splashes.
Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms.
Vapour extraction at source
* Occupational exposure limits
Exposure Limit Values:
Derived No Effect Level (DNEL: No data available
Predicted No Effect Concentration (PNEC) : No data available
General advice:
Contain the spilled material by bunding.
Should not be released into the environment.
Treat recovered material as described in the section "Disposal considerations".
* Personal protective equipment
- Respiratory protection:
Use a respirator with an approved filter if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary.
- Hand protection:
Acid-resistant protective gloves.
Long sleeve gloves
Where there is a risk of contact with hands, use appropriate gloves the selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. Also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion, and the contact time.
Gloves must be inspected prior to use.
Gloves should be discarded and replaced if there is any indication of degradation or chemical breakthrough.
- Eye protection:
Safety goggles
In case of contact through splashing:
Wear face-shield and protective suit.
- Skin and body protection:
Disposable impermeable suit boots
Choose body protection according to the amount and concentration of the dangerous substance at the work place.
Remove and wash contaminated clothing.
* Hygiene measures:
Emergency equipment immediately accessible, with instructions for use.
Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.
Regular cleaning of equipment, work area and clothing.
Use clean, well-maintained personal protection equipment.
Store personal protection equipment in a clean location away from the work area.
Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
Before reuse, thoroughly clean personal protection equipment
Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.
Shower or bathe at the end of working.
When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
*Protective measures:
The protective equipment must be selected in accordance with current CEN standards and in cooperation with the supplier of the protective equipment.
Selection of appropriate personal protective equipment should be based on an evaluation of the performance characteristics of the protective equipment relative to the task(s) to be performed, conditions present, duration of use, and the potential hazards and/or risks that may occur during use.
Stability and reactivity
* Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature. Stable under normal conditions.
* Hazardous reactions:
May be corrosive in contact with metals
Attacks many metals releasing highly flammable gas (hydrogen) which generates fire or explosion hazards.
*Conditions to avoid:
Decomposes on heating.
130° C
Decomposition products:
On combustion or on thermal decomposition (pyrolysis) releases: toxic and corrosive vapours.
Oxides of phosphorus harmful and flammable vapours which may increase the risk of a fire or explosion.
PHOSPHINE (highly toxic and spontaneously ignitable gas)
*Materials to avoid:
Alkalis, caustic products, Water (exothermic reaction.), strong bases and oxidizing agents., Metallic oxides (mercury, silver, lead, copper, zinc, Metals)
Reacts violently with: Oxidizing materials.
Reacts with: Bases and with the release of heat
Disposal considerations
*Disposal of product
The product should not be allowed to enter drains, water courses or the soil. In accordance with local and national regulations.
* Contaminated packaging
- Prohibition:
Do not dispose of together with household waste.
Should not be released into the environment.
Do not let product enter drains.
- Advice on Disposal:
Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information on recovery/recycling.
Dispose of as hazardous waste in compliance with local and national regulations.
Do NOT put down the drain. Must undergo physico-chemical treatment prior to disposal.
- Advice on cleaning and disposal of packaging:
Do not dispose of together with household waste.
Rinse with water.
Allow it to drain thoroughly.
Neutralize contaminated cleaning water prior to disposal.
Reuse or recycle following decontamination
Dispose of in accordance with local and national regulations.
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