Equimolecular mixture of - Disodium 2-Hexadecylsulfanyl-1-(4-sulfo-butyl)-1H- benzoimidazole-5-sulfonate - Disodium 2-Hexadecylsulfanyl-3-(4-sulfo-butyl)-1H- benzoimidazole-5-sulfonate

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

General: Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
1. Description of first aid measures:
Inhalation : Move to fresh air.
Skin contact : Remove contaminated clothing and wash the skin thoroughly with soap and water after work.
Eye contact : Rinse immediately with plenty of water.
Ingestion : Rinse mouth thoroughly.
2. Most important symptoms and effects:
Inhalation: Inhalation is the primary route of exposure. In high concentrations, vapors, fumes or mists may irritate nose, throat and mucus membranes.
Skin Contact: Moderately irritating to skin with prolonged exposure.
Eye contact: Causes serious eye irritation.
Ingestion: May be ingested by accident. Ingestion may cause irritation and malaise.
3. Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
General advice : Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Fire-fighting measures

General Fire Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards noted.
1. Extinguishing media:
Suitable extinguishing media : Extinguish with foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog.
Unsuitable extinguishing media: Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:
During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed.
3. Advice for fire-fighters:
Special fire fighting procedures: No data available.
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.

Accidental release measures

1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
For non-emergency personnel: Use personal protective equipment.
For emergency responders: Warn everybody of potential hazards and evacuate if necessary. Use personal protective equipment.
2. Environmental precautions:
Avoid release to the environment. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
Remove the dust with an suck up-system. Avoid swirling.

Handling and storage

1. Precautions for safe handling:
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Obtain special instructions before use. Use personal protective equipment as required. Avoid dust formation.
2. Conditions for safe storage:
Store locked up.
3. Specific end use:
Reserved for industrial and professional use.

Transport information

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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

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Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Not regulated according to ADR.
Not regulated according to ADNR.
Not regulated according to RID.
Not regulated according to IMO/IMDG.
Not regulated according to ICAO/IATA aircraft only.
Not regulated according to ICAO/IATA passenger and cargo aircraft.

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Appropriate Engineering Controls:
Provide adequate ventilation.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
General information: Follow training instructions when handling this material. Use personal protective equipment as required. Personal protection equipment should be chosen according to the CEN standards and in discussion with the supplier of the personal protective equipment.
Eye/face protection: Use approved safety goggles or face shield. EN166
Hand Protection: Chemical resistant gloves, Protective gloves complying with EN 374., Suitable gloves can be recommended by the glove supplier.
Skin and Body Protection: Chemical resistant clothing. EN13688
Respiratory Protection: In case of inadequate ventilation use suitable respirator (EN14387). Dust mask.
Hygiene measures: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Obtain special instructions before use.
Environmental Controls: Do not empty into drains.

Stability and reactivity

1. Reactivity:
Material is stable under normal conditions.
2. Chemical stability:
Material is stable under normal conditions.
3. Possibility of hazardous reactions:
Not known.
4. Conditions to avoid:
Avoid heat or contamination. Avoid dust formation.
5. Materials to avoid:
None known.
6. Hazardous decomposition products:
By heating and fire, harmful vapors/gases may be formed.

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods:
General information: Disposal considerations (including disposal of contaminated containers or packaging) Dispose of waste at an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal.

Disposal methods: Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to national, state, or local laws.
Since emptied containers retain product residue, follow label warnings even after container is emptied.

Contaminated Packaging: Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.