Sodium sulphamidate

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

INHALATIONRemove to fresh air, treat symptomatically. If symptoms develop, seek medical advice.SKIN CONTACTRemove contaminated clothing. Wash off affected area immediately with plenty of water. If symptoms develop,seek medical advice.EYE CONTACTImmediately flush eye with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. If symptoms persist, call aphysician.INGESTIONDo not induce vomiting without medical advice. If conscious, washout mouth and give water to drink. Ifsymptoms develop, seek medical advice.PROTECTION FOR FIRST AID PERSONNELWear adequate personal protective equipment.

Fire-fighting measures

SUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIAThis product is not highly flammable and would not be expected to burn. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) under fireconditions.In the event of a spill, prevent material and fire water from entering sewers or waterways.Advice for firefighters:In case of fire, wear a full face positive-pressure self contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

Accidental release measures

ADVICE FOR NON-EMERGENCY PERSONNELFor small spills ( <10 litres) Ensure clean-up is conducted by trained personnel only. Use personalprotective equipment recommended. Restrict access to area as appropriate until clean-up operations are complete. Large spills should only be cleaned up by emergency responders.For >10 liters Notify emergency personnel immediately. Use personal protective equipment . Restrict access to area as appropriate until clean-upoperations are complete.Stop or reduce any releases if it is safe to do so. Ventilate spill area if possible.ADVICE FOR EMERGENCY RESPONDERSRestrict access to area as appropriate until clean-up operations are complete. Use personal protectiverecommended equipment. Stop or reduce any release if it is safe to do so. Ventilate spill area if possible.In the event of a spill, prevent material from entering sewers or waterways. Do not allow material to contaminateground water system. Prevent product from entering drains. If drains, streams, soil or sewers becomecontaminated, notify local authority.

Handling and storage

HANDLINGDo not take internally. Ensure all containers are labeled. Keep the containers closed when not in use. Avoid eyeand skin contact. Keep away from acids and oxidizing agents. Use recommended personal protective equipment.HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONSUse good work and personal hygiene practices to avoid exposure. Keep an eye wash fountain available. Keep asafety shower available. Always wash thoroughly after handling chemicals. When handling this product nevereat, drink or smoke. Consider the provision in the work area of a safety shower and eyewash. Always washthoroughly after handling chemicals. When handling this product never eat, drink or smoke.STORAGE CONDITIONSStore in suitable labeled containers. Store the containers tightly closed.SUITABLE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALShipping and long term storage compatibility with construction materials can vary; we therefore recommend thatcompatibility is tested prior to use.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

General ventilation is recommended. Local exhaust ventilation may be necessary when dusts or mists are generated.PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTGENERAL ADVICERecommended minimum precaution is that safety glasses with side-shields and workclothes protecting arms, legs and body be used. EYE/FACE PROTECTIONWear safety glasses with side-shields. The applicable European standard can be found in EN 166.SKIN PROTECTIONThe use of chemical gloves is recommended, European standard can be found in EN 374.Wear standard protective clothing, European standard can be found in EN ISO 20345.RESPIRATORY PROTECTIONIf significant mists, vapors or aerosols are generated an approved respirator is recommended. Consider the use of filter type: Multicontaminantcartridge. with a Particulate pre-filter. In event of emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations a positive pressure, full-facepiece SCBA should be used.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity & Stability:Stable under normal conditions.Hazardous reactions:Hazardous polymerization will not occur.Incompatible materials to avoid:Strong oxidizing agents Strong acidsHazardous decomposition products:Oxides of sulfur

Disposal considerations

If this preparation becomes a waste, the final user must define and assign the appropriate European WasteCatalogue code. Use only authorized contractors. Ensure compliance with EC, national and local regulations.