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First-aid measures

Description of first aid measures

Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a poison centre if you feel unwell

Skin contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs get medical advise/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse

Eye contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists get medical advice

Ingestion: Seek medical advise if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth DO NOT induce vomiting

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

No further relevant information available

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

No additional requirements other than those listed in here.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media: Use water spray, alcohol resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. As appropriate to the surrounding environment

Unsuitable extinguishing media: None

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special hazards: If this product is involved in a fire the following may be released: Metal Oxide

Advice for firefighters

Additional advice for firefighters: Use self-contained breathing apparatus.

Wear full protective suit.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment as required. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation.

Environmental precautions

Do not release to reach sewage system or water bodies. Do not allow to enter the ground/soil. Dispose of material to an authorised waste contractor

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Vacuum cleaner. Do not generate dust. Place in sealed plastic bags for disposal.

Reference to other sections

Refer to Sections 8 and 13 of the SDS for exposure controls/personal protection and disposal considerations

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Use local exhaust ventilation or adequate respiratory protective equipment. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store in a cool dry place in tightly closed containers

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:
Not classified as hazardous for transport
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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:
Not classified as hazardous for transport
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:
Not classified as hazardous for transport
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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:
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Exposure controls / personal protection

Control parameters

Inhalation: Workplace Exposure Limits:

Tungsten & compounds:       5mg.m-3 (as W) Long-term exposure limit : (8-hour TWA reference period)

             10mg.m-3 (as W) Short-term exposure limit (15-minute reference period)

Exposure controls

Use local exhaust ventilation or adequate respiratory protective equipment to maintain exposure below Workplace Exposure Limits. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye protection

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity - No information

Chemical stability - Stable under normal conditions of storage and use

Possibilities of hazardous reactions - None known

Conditions to avoid - No information

Incompatible materials - Strong Acids

Hazardous decomposition products - None known

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods

Disposal of product: Dispose of contents/container to an authorised waste contractor

Disposal of packaging: Dispose of contents/container to an authorised waste contractor