SULPHURIC ACID

Call a physician immediately. Assure fresh air breathing. If it is suspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or self-contained breathing apparatus. Allow the victim to rest. If breathing stops, perform cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation is forbidden (possible poisoning of first-aider). Place the victim in the recovery position. Maintain an open airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Symptoms: Burns of respiratory tract. Death in extreme cases.

Obtain medical attention. Wash off immediately and plentifully with water for at least 20 - 30 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Chemical burns must be treated promptly by a physician.

Symptoms: Causes burns. May cause severe irreversible damage.

Wash immediately with plenty water (during 20 - 30 minutes), also under eyelids. Seek medical attention immediately.

Symptoms: Causes serious eye damage. Can cause blindness.

Seek medical attention immediately. If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious). Do not induce vomiting. Give nothing to drink.

Symptoms: Abdominal pain. Nausea. May cause burns or irritation of the linings of the mouth, throat, and gastrointestinal tract. Death in extreme cases.

Water spray. Carbon dioxide (CO2). Powders. Foam.

Do not use a heavy water stream.

Non combustible. On heating: release of toxic and corrosive gases/vapours sulphur oxides.

Use water stream to cool containers.

Spill should be handled by trained cleaning personnel properly equipped with respiratory and eye protection. Evacuate and limit access. Avoid any direct contact with the product. Avoid breathing mist, vapours and spray.

Knock down vapour cloud with water spray or other appropriate solution.

Clean up any spills as soon as possible, using an absorbent material to collect it. Rinse with plenty of water.

Materials: absorbent material

Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. (see section(s) :8). Avoid any direct contact with the product. Do not breathe gas, fumes, vapour or spray. Where exposure through inhalation may occur from use, respiratory protection equipment is recommended. Avoid all unnecessary exposure. Keep away from : alkalis. Splatters.

Store in accordance with local regulations. Keep only in the original container in a cool, well ventilated place away from : Direct sunlight. Incompatible materials. alkalis. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Keep container closed when not in use. Store closed containers with closure in upper position. Fill only into labelled container.

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.

Where mist, vapours and spray may result. Local exhaust ventilation with captor/receptor hood. Use in closed process (for example in close loop system). Please refer to the annex (exposure scenarios).

Use gloves resistant to chemical products corresponding to EN 374:3". Take advice to gloves' manufacturer ."

Chemical goggles or face shield with safety glasses.

Where excessive mist may result, wear fullface mask with cartridge ABEK and P3 (EN 141) or an autonomous respiratory protection and respect suppliers' instructions.

Wear acid resistant protective clothings according EN ISO 17491-3 : 2008. Boots

Avoid release to the environment. Wastewater should be fully neutralized. Waste gas emissions must be scrubbed.