PDMAT

OSHA HCS Classification

Flammable Solids - Category 1 Substances and Mixtures which, in Contact with Water, Emit Flammable Gases - Category 1 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 1 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation - Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure - Category 3 ( respiratory system )

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Flammable solid. In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation.

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flame/hot surfaces - No smoking. Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Do not allow contact with water. Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Do not breathe dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Response

In case of fire, use media appropriate for extinction. Brush off loose particles from skin and immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a dry place. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

Reacts violently with water.