Orthoperiodic acid

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

Description of first aid measures

General information

Keep the affected person warm and at rest. Get prompt medical attention. Chemical burns must be treated by a physician.

Inhalation

Unlikely route of exposure as the product does not contain volatile substances. Move affected person to fresh air at once. Keep affected person warm and at rest. Get medical attention immediately.

Ingestion

Do not induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Do not induce vomiting. Remove affected person from source of contamination. Get medical attention immediately. Move affected person to fresh air and keep warm and at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.

Skin contact

Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash skin with soap and water. Get medical attention immediately.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Remove any contact lenses and open eyelids wide apart. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately. Continue to rinse.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Inhalation

Corrosive to the respiratory tract.

Ingestion

Causes severe burns. Gastrointestinal symptoms, including upset stomach. Nausea, vomiting. Immediate first aid is imperative.

Skin contact

Causes severe burns.

Eye contact

Causes serious eye damage. Immediate first aid is imperative.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Notes for the doctor No specific recommendations. If in doubt, get medical attention promptly.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Water spray, dry powder or carbon dioxide.

Unsuitable extinguishing media

None known.

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards

Oxidising. Severe corrosive hazard. May ignite other combustible materials. Very toxic or corrosive gases or vapours.

Hazardous combustion products

Iodine.

Advice for firefighters

Protective actions during firefighting

Keep up-wind to avoid fumes. Thermal decomposition or combustion products may include the following substances: Toxic and corrosive gases or vapours. Avoid breathing fire gases or vapours.

Special protective equipment for firefighters

Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and appropriate protective clothing.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions

Wear protective clothing, gloves, eye and face protection. No smoking, sparks, flames or other sources of ignition near spillage.

For non-emergency personnel

Evacuate area.

Environmental precautions

Avoid or minimise the creation of any environmental contamination.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up

No smoking, sparks, flames or other sources of ignition near spillage. Keep combustible materials away from spillage. Wear protective clothing, gloves, eye and face protection. Collect and place in suitable waste disposal containers and seal securely. If involved in a fire, shut off flow if it can be done without risk. Avoid generation and spreading of dust.

Small Spillages: <10 kgs Flush away spillage with plenty of water.

Large Spillages: >10 kgs Collect and place in suitable waste disposal containers and seal securely.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Usage precautions

Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from acid halides eg hydrochloric acid, may release highly toxic halogen. Reacts violently with amines & ammonia.

Advice on general occupational hygiene

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash contaminated skin thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash the skin thoroughly with soap and water after work. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage precautions

Store in tightly-closed, original container in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.

Storage class

Oxidiser storage.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

3085

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

OXIDIZING SOLID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (CONTAINS PERIODIC ACID)

Labels:

5.1

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

ADR/RID subsidiary risk 8
ADR transport category 2
Hazard Identification Number 58
Tunnel restriction code (E)

Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:

3085

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

OXIDIZING SOLID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (CONTAINS PERIODIC ACID)

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

ADN subsidiary risk 8

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

3085

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

OXIDIZING SOLID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (CONTAINS PERIODIC ACID)

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

IMDG subsidiary risk 8

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

3085

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

OXIDIZING SOLID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (CONTAINS PERIODIC ACID)

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

IMDG subsidiary risk 8

Additional transport information

Additional information

Special provisions / remarks / other:

Emergency Action Code 1W

Exposure controls / personal protection

Control parameters

Occupational exposure limits

Long-term exposure limit (8-hour TWA): WEL 4 mg/m3 resp. dust 10 mg/m3 total dust

Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls

Observe any occupational exposure limits for the product or ingredients.

Eye/face protection

Wear tight-fitting, chemical splash goggles or face shield.

Hand protection

Use protective gloves. Nitrile rubber.

Other skin and body protection

Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of skin contact. Wear apron or protective clothing in case of contact.

Hygiene measures

Provide eyewash station. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Promptly remove any clothing that becomes contaminated. Use appropriate skin cream to prevent drying of skin.

Respiratory protection

Respiratory protection must be used if the airborne contamination exceeds the recommended occupational exposure limit.

Environmental exposure controls

Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use. Residues and empty containers should be taken care of as hazardous waste according to local and national provisions.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

The following materials may react strongly with the product: Reducing agents. Organic compounds. Flammable/combustible materials. Powdered metal. Keep away from acid halides eg hydrochloric acid, may release highly toxic halogen. Reacts violently with amines & ammonia.

Chemical stability

Stability Stable at normal ambient temperatures.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

Will not polymerise. Keep away from acid halides eg hydrochloric acid, may release highly toxic halogen. Reacts violently with amines & ammonia.

Conditions to avoid

Avoid contact with acids. Generates toxic gas in contact with acid. Avoid contact with strong reducing agents. Avoid exposure to high temperatures or direct sunlight. Keep away from acid halides eg hydrochloric acid, may release highly toxic halogen. Reacts violently with amines & ammonia.

Incompatible materials

Materials to avoid: Flammable/combustible materials. Strong acids. Strong reducing agents. Powdered metal.

Hazardous decomposition products

Iodine

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods

General information Waste is classified as hazardous waste. Dispose of waste to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with the requirements of the local Waste Disposal Authority.

Disposal methods Dispose of waste to licensed waste disposal site in accordance with the requirements of the local Waste Disposal Authority.