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First-aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

After inhalation Ensure supply of fresh air.

After skin contact No special measures necessary.

After eye contact In case of contact with eyes rinse thoroughly with plenty of water. If symptoms persist, seek medical advice.

After ingestion By continuous complaints consult a physician

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media  /Extinguishing powder; Sand; Foam

Unsuitable extinguishing media / Water

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

In the event of fire, the following can be released: Calcium oxide

Advice for firefighters

Use self-contained breathing apparatus.

Accidental release measures

1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

For non-emergency personnel  : Avoid dust formation.  Keep away sources of ignition.

For emergency responders : No data available.

Environmental precautions :

Avoid dust formation.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Send in suitable containers for recovery or disposal.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Advice on safe handling  :Avoid dust formation.

General protective and hygiene measures  : Do not eat, drink or smoke during work time. After worktime and during work intervals the affected skin areas must be thoroughly cleaned. Do not inhale dust.

Advice on protection against fire and explosion  : Keep away from sources of ignition - refrain from smoking. Take measures against dust explosion.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Technical measures and storage conditions  : Keep container tightly closed. Keep dry in a cool, well-ventilated place.

Requirements for storage rooms and vessels  : Keep in original packaging, tightly closed.

Advice on storage assembly  : Do not store together with: Acids; Nitric acid

Transport information

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Appropriate engineering controls

No data available.

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection  : In case of dust formation, use a fine dust face mask. Respiratory filter (part): P1

Eye / face protection  :Safety glasses with side protection shield (EN 166)

Hand protection  : No special measures required.

Environmental exposure controls  :No data available.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

No data available.

Chemical stability

No data available.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

No data available.

Conditions to avoid

No data available.

Incompatible materials

In contact with acids adhering Ca4C4B2 may form highly toxic and flammable boron hydrides. In contact with nitric acid formation of nitric gases.

Hazardous decomposition products

None, if stored and handled correctly at temperatures up to 200°C.

Disposal considerations

Product

Remove in accordance with local offical regulations.

Dispose of at an hazardous waste landfill

Allocation of a waste code number, according to the European Waste Catalogue, should be carried out in agreement with the regional waste disposal company.

Packaging

Completely discharge containers (no tear drops, no powder rest, scraped carefully). Containers may be recycled or re-used. Observe local/state/federal regulations.