Registration Dossier
Registration Dossier
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EC number: 229-653-1 | CAS number: 6640-22-8
Guidance on Safe Use
Administrative data
First-aid measures
Inhalation: move person to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Skin contact: wash off with soap and plenty of water
Eye contact: flush eyes with water as a precaution.
Swallowed: Never give anything by mouth to an unconsious person. Rinse mouth with water.
Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media: water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide
Special hazards: carbon oxides, sodium oxides
Fire-fighter: wear self contained breathing apparatus
Accidental release measures
Avoid dust formation, avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas
Do not empty into drains.
Handling and storage
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation.
Store in a cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well ventilated place.
This substance is handled under strictly controlled conditions in accordance with REACH regulation Article 17(3) for on-site isolated intermediates and, in case the substance is transported to other sites for further processing, the substance should be handled at these sites under the strictly controlled conditions as specified in REACH regulation Article 18(4). Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management systems is available at each manufacturing site.
Transport information
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Exposure controls / personal protection
Individual protection measures: Protective clothing needs to be selected specifically for the workplace, depending on concentrations and quantities of the hazardous substances handled. Change contaminated clothing. Wash hands after working with substance. Wear safety glasses. Hand protection required.
This substance is handled under strictly controlled conditions in accordance with REACH regulation Article 17(3) for on-site isolated intermediates and, in case the substance is transported to other sites for further processing, the substance should be handled at these sites under the strictly controlled conditions as specified in REACH regulation Article 18(4). Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management systems is available at each manufacturing site.
Stability and reactivity
incompatible materials: strong oxidising agents
Disposal considerations
Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with Directive 2008/98/EC as well as other national and local Regulations. Leave chemicals in original containers. No mixing with other waste. Handle uncleaned containers like the product itself.
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