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THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE: .... Le ee eee 5S ppm as Hydrogen Chloride EFFECTS OF OVEREZPOSURE EYE- severe irritation with corneal injury which may result in blindness. SKIN - severe irritation. INGESTION - may cause gastrointestinal irritation or ulceration and severe burns of the mouth and throat. INHALATION - severe irritation. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES: BYES: Wash with water for 15 minutes and get medical attention promptly. INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting; if conscious, give large amounts of water. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten eggs, or vegetable oil. Call physician immediately. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air if effects occur. If respiration difficulties occur, call a physician immediately. SKIN: Flush with water for 15 minutes. Call a physician. SECTION VI - REACTIVITY DATA STABILITY: This product is stable. CONDITIONS TO AVOID .... Heat. Contact with metals may cause generation of flammable concentrations of hydrogen gas. INCOMPATIBILITY: (Materials to avoid) Avoid basic, alkalis and corrosive materials. Avoid contact with most metals. Avoid oxidizing material can oxidize to chlorine. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:.... None HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: ............ WILL NOT OCCUR SECTION VII - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE OF MATERIAL RELEASED OR SPILLED: Small quantities may be flushed with copious guantities of water; in case of larger amounts, contain liquid. Use limestone, lime or soda ash to cautiously neutralize and absorb. Place in a closed container outdoors to await proper disposal. Be extremely cautious when handling since considerable amounts of heat and vapors may be generated during neutralization. WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Comply with all local, state, and federal regulations. SECTION VIII - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: (Specify type) Where reguired to maintain exposure levels before exposure limits use a NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator for hydrogen chloride gas, or hydrogen chloride mists as applicable. VENTILATION: Adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing vapor/fumes. LOCAL EXHAUST: If possible MECHANICAL: If possible PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Rubber, Neoprene or vinyl gloves. EYE PROTECTION: Use chemical goggles OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Chemical splash goggles and face shield as a minimum. Acid resistant apron. SECTION IX - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING: Prevent all contact with eyes and skin. Avoid breathing irritating vapors. OTHER PRECAUTIONS: None Known This data is offered in good faith as typical values and not as a product specification. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is hereby made. The recommended industrial hygiene and