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First-aid measures

Description of first aid measures
In case of inhalation
- If breathed in, move person into fresh air.
- Victim to lie down in the recovery position, cover and keep him warm.
- Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed.
- Immediate medical attention is required.
In case of skin contact
- Remove clothes carefully
- Wash off immediately with plenty of water.
- Immediately apply calcium gluconate gel 2.5% and massage into the affected area using rubber gloves; continue to massage while repeatedly applying gel until 15 minutes after pain is relieved.
- Call a physician immediately.
In case of eye contact
- Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.
- Rinse the eyes with a calcium gluconate 1% solution in physiological serum (10 ml of calcium gluconate 10% in 90 ml of physiological serum)
- Immediate medical attention is required.
In case of ingestion
- Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water.
- Give to drink milk of magnesia
- Do NOT induce vomiting.
- Call a physician immediately.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
In case of inhalation
Effects
- Fatal if inhaled.
- Corrosive to the respiratory tract.
Symptoms
- Breathing difficulties
- Cough
- Headache
In case of skin contact
Effects
- Causes severe burns.
Symptoms
- Redness
- Irritation
- Burn
In case of eye contact
Effects
- Causes serious eye damage.
Symptoms
- Redness
- Pain
- Lachrymation
In case of ingestion
Effects
- Ingestion causes burns of the upper digestive and respiratory tracts.
Symptoms
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes to physician
- If breathed in, move person into fresh air.
- Immediately apply calcium gluconate gel 2.5% and massage into the affected area using rubber gloves; continue to massage while repeatedly applying gel until 15 minutes after pain is relieved.
- Keep under medical supervision for at least 48 hours.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
- Foam
- Dry chemical
- Carbon dioxide (CO2)
- powder
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Specific hazards during firefighting
- The product is not flammable.
- Not explosive
- In case of fire hazardous decomposition products may be produced such as:
Hazardous combustion products:
- Gaseous hydrogen fluoride (HF).
- Fluorophosgene
- Carbon dioxide (CO2)
- Carbon monoxide
- Sulphur oxides
Advice for firefighters
Special protective equipment for firefighters
- Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.
- When intervention in close proximity wear acid resistant over suit.
Further information
- Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
- Approach from upwind.
- Protect intervention team with a water spray as they approach the fire.
- Keep containers and surroundings cool with water spray.
- Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Advice for non-emergency personnel
- Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Advice for emergency responders
- Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
- Ensure adequate ventilation.
- Cover the spreading liquid with foam in order to slow down the evaporation.
- Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.
Environmental precautions
- Should not be released into the environment.
- Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
- Soak up with inert absorbent material.
- Suitable material for picking up.
- Dry sand
- Earth
- Shovel into suitable container for disposal.
Reference to other sections
- Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8 of SDS

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling
- Ensure adequate ventilation.
- Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
- Use personal protective equipment.
- To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat.
Hygiene measures
- Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.
- When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
- Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
- Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Technical measures/Storage conditions
- Keep in a well-ventilated place.
- Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
- Avoid moisture.
- Keep away from combustible material.
- Keep away from incompatible products
- Provide tight electrical equipment well protected against corrosion.
- Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8.
Packaging material
Suitable material
- Steel
- Plastic materials.
Specific end use(s)
- Contact your supplier for additional information

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:
UN 3390
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (Reaction mass of difluoro(fluorosulphonyl)acetyl fluoride and 3,3,4,4-tetrafluoro-1,2-oxathietane 2,2-dioxide)
Labels:
6.1 (8)
Special provisions / remarks
Special provisions:
Special precautions for user
Hazard Identification Number: 668
Tunnel restriction code (C/D)

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

UN number:
UN 3390
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (Reaction mass of difluoro(fluorosulphonyl)acetyl fluoride and 3,3,4,4-tetrafluoro-1,2-oxathietane 2,2-dioxide)
Labels:
6.1 (8)
Special provisions / remarks
Remarks:
Special precautions for user
Hazard Identification Number: 668

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:
UN 3390
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
TOXIC BY INHALATION LIQUID, CORROSIVE, N.O.S. (Reaction mass of difluoro(fluorosulphonyl)acetyl fluoride and 3,3,4,4-tetrafluoro-1,2-oxathietane 2,2-dioxide)
Labels:
6.1 (8)
Special provisions / remarks
Remarks:
Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
No data available

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:
UN 3390
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
Not permitted for transport
Special provisions / remarks
Remarks:
Packing instruction (cargo aircraft) Not permitted for transport
Packing instruction (passenger aircraft) Not permitted for transport
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Exposure controls / personal protection

Exposure controls
Control measures
Engineering measures
- Ensure adequate ventilation.
- Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8.
- Apply technical measures to comply with the occupational exposure limits.
Individual protection measures
Respiratory protection
- Use respirator when performing operations involving potential exposure to vapour of the product.
- The filter class for the respirator must be suitable for the maximum expected contaminant concentration (gas/vapour/aerosol/particulates) that may arise when handling the product. If this concentration is exceeded, self-contained breathing apparatus must be used.
- Use only respiratory protection that conforms to international/ national standards.
- Remove respiratory and skin/eye protection only after vapours have been cleared from the area.
Hand protection
- Neoprene gloves
- Take note of the information given by the producer concerning permeability and break through times, and of special workplace conditions (mechanical strain, duration of contact).
Eye protection
- Tightly fitting safety goggles
Skin and body protection
- Wear work overall and safety shoes.
- If risk of contact: wear chemically resistant over suits.
Hygiene measures
- Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.
- When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
- Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
- Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Environmental exposure controls
- Dispose of rinse water in accordance with local and national regulations.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity
- Reacts on contact with humidity in the air or with water to release of hydrofluoric acid.
Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
- No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.
Conditions to avoid
- Exposure to moisture
- Keep away from flames and sparks.
- To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat.
Incompatible materials
- Water
- Strong bases
- Strong acids
- Strong oxidizing agents
- Alkali metals
- alkaline hydroxides
- Dimethyl sulphoxide
Hazardous decomposition products
- Gaseous hydrogen fluoride (HF).
- Fluorophosgene
- Carbon dioxide (CO2)
- Carbon monoxide
- Sulphur oxides

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods
Product Disposal
- Dispose of in accordance with the European Directives on waste and hazardous waste.
Advice on cleaning and disposal of packaging
- Empty containers can be landfilled, when in accordance with the local regulations.