Carbonyl chloride

Remove the casualty into fresh air and keep him immobile. In case of breathing difficulties give oxygen. In the event of pulmonary irritation treat initially with corticoid spray, e.g. Ventolair- or Pulmicort- metered-dose aerosol. Seek medical treatment immediately. In case of respiratory standstill give artificial respiration by respiratory bag (Ambu bag) or respirator. Send for a doctor.

Symptoms: Respiratory tract irritation, coughing, shortness of breath.

In case of contact with skin wash off immediately with soap and water. In case of frostbite spray with lukewarm (not hot) water for at least 15 minutes. Do not remove clothing frozen to the skin. Thaw it with lukewarm water. Apply a sterile dressing. Obtain medical assistance. Seek medical treatment immediately.

Symptoms: Contact with liquid may cause cold burns/frostbite.

Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call for a doctor immediately.

Symptoms: Strong eye irritation.

Ingestion is not considered a potential route of exposure.

Product does not burn, fire-extinguishing activities according to surrounding. Foam, Dry powder, Carbon dioxide, Water spray jet.

Full water jet

In the event of fire the following can be released: Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO2), Hydrogen chloride (HCl), Chlorine (Cl2)

Evacuate area. Keep people away and stay on the upwind side. Remove persons to safety.

Collect contaminated water / firefighting water separately. Prevent spread over a wide area (e.g. by containment or oil barriers).

Clean contaminated objects and floor thoroughly under consideration of environment regulations.

Use only in thoroughly ventilated areas. Transfer and handle only in enclosed systems. Containers' temperature may not be increased above 50 °C. Do not heat with open flames. The working pressure in the receptacle must not exceed the saturation vapour pressure of the pure product resulting at a temperature of 50 °C. Provide good room ventilation even at ground level (vapours are heavier than air). Prevent cylinders from falling over. Ensure valve outlet cap nut or plug is correctly fitted. Ensure valve protection device is correctly fitted. Open valve slowly to avoid pressure shock. Use only properly specified equipment which is suitable for this product, its supply pressure and temperature. Do not allow backfeed into the container. Suck back of water into the container must be prevented. No water to valves, flanges and other fittings. Purging of pipes and valves with inert gases - to avoid: water, solvents.

Keep container tightly closed and store at cool and aired place. Protect from heat/overheating. Prevent cylinders from falling over. Ensure valve protection device is correctly fitted.

At work do not eat, drink, smoke or take drugs. Wash hands before breaks and after work.

Pay attention to general rules of internal fire prevention. Avoid effect of heat. Do not heat with open flames.

Transfer and handle only in enclosed systems.

Laminated gloves - PE / EVAL / PE. Leather gloves. Safety gloves according to EN 374.

Protective goggles according to EN 166, in case of increased risk add protective face shield.

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus when entering area unless atmosphere is proved to be safe. Keep self contained breathing apparatus readily available for emergency use. Short term: filter apparatus, Filter B. Respiratory protection complying with EN 137.

Safety shoes with steel toe. Body covering work clothing, or chemical resistant suit at increased risk.

The protective measures listed in Sections 6, 7 and 8 of the Safety Data Sheet have to be considered.

The protective measures listed in Sections 6, 7 and 8 of the Safety Data Sheet have to be considered.

The protective measures listed in Sections 6, 7 and 8 of the Safety Data Sheet have to be considered.