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Guidance on Safe Use

Guidance on Safe Use

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First-aid measures

General advice

Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.Hydrofluoric (HF) acid

burns require immediate and specialized first aid and medical treatment. Symptoms may be delayed up

to 24 hours depending on the concentration of HF. After decontamination with water, further damage

can occur due to penetration/absorption of the fluoride ion. Treatment should be directed toward binding

the fluoride ion as well as the effects of exposure. Skin exposures can be treated with a 2.5% calcium

gluconate gel repeated until burning ceases. More serious skin exposures may require subcutaneous

calcium gluconate except for digital areas unless the physician is experienced in this technique, due to

the potential for tissue injury from increased pressure. Absorption can readily occur through the

subungual areas and should be considered when undergoing decontamination. Prevention of absorption

of the fluoride ion in cases of ingestion can be obtained by giving milk, chewable calcium carbonate

tablets or Milk of Magnesia to conscious victims. Conditions such as hypocalcemia, hypomagnesemia

and cardiac arrhythmias should be monitored for, since they can occur after exposure.

If inhaled

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a

physician.

In case of skin contact

Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult

a physician.First treatment with calcium gluconate paste.

In case of eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

If swallowed

Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with

water. Consult a physician.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

no data available

Advice for firefighters

Wear self contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

Further information

no data available

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure

adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.

For personal protection see section 8.

Environmental precautions

Do not let product enter drains.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed

containers for disposal.

Handling and storage

HANDLING

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.

Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for preventive

fire protection.

STORAGE

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Specific end use(s)

Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated

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Exposure controls / personal protection

PERSONAL PROTECTION

Appropriate engineering controls

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at

the end of workday.

Eye protection:

Wear chemical goggles. Do not wear contact lenses.

Skin protection:

Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure .

Clothing protection:

Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure .

ENGINEERING CONTROLS

Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a

safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

Stability and reactivity

Stability:

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Stability - Conditions to avoid

Avoid moisture.

Incompatible

Strong bases, acids

Hazardous Decomposition Products

Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Hydrogen fluoride,

Borane/boron oxides, Lithium oxides

Other decomposition products - No data available

Disposal considerations

Product

Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Dissolve or mix the material

with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.

Contaminated packaging

Dispose of as unused product.