Octosol A-15

Remove affected person from the immediate area. Ensure supply of fresh air. Irregular breathing/no breathing: artificial respiration. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately.

In case of contact with skin wash off immediately with soap and water. Consult a doctor if skin irritation persists.

Symptoms: Skin irritation

Remove contact lenses. Rinse eye thoroughly under running water keeping eyelids wide open and protecting the unaffected eye (at least 10 to 15 minutes). Seek medical assistance.

Symptoms: serious eye damage

Rinse the mouth thoroughly with water. Call a doctor immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Do not induce vomiting.

Water spray jet; Carbon dioxide; Sand

High power water jet

In the event of fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide (CO); Carbon dioxide (CO2); Nitrogen oxides (NOx); Sulphur dioxide (SO2); Metal oxides

Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not inhale vapours/aerosols.

Do not discharge into the drains/surface waters/groundwater.

Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible absorbent materials and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13).

Materials: non-combustible absorbent materials, e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite, diatomaceous earth

Provide good ventilation at the work area (local exhaust ventilation, if necessary). Risks inherent to handling the product must be minimised by applying the appropriate protective and preventive measures. Working processes should - so far as possible, according to the state of the art - be designed to rule out bodily contact or the release of hazardous substances.

Keep container tightly closed and dry in a cool, well-ventilated place. Keep from freezing. Protect from heat and direct sunlight.

Do not eat, drink or smoke during work time. Keep away from foodstuffs and beverages. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Provide eye wash fountain in work area. Have emergency shower available. Wash hands before breaks and after work.

Keep away from sources of heat and ignition. Do not smoke.

Ensure adequate ventilation, local exhaust at the work station if necessary.

Sufficient protection is given wearing suitable protective gloves checked according to i.e. EN 374, in the event of risk of skin contact with the product. Before use, the protective gloves should be tested in any case for its specific workstation suitability (i.e. mechanical resistance, product compatibility and antistatic properties). Adhere to the manufacturer's instructions and information relating to the use, storage, care and replacement of protective gloves. Protective gloves shall be replaced immediately when physically damaged or worn. Design operations thus to avoid permanent use of protective gloves.

Safety glasses with side protection shield (EN 166)

If workplace exposure limits are exceeded, a respiration protection approved for this particular job must be worn. In case of aerosol and mist formation, take appropriate measures for breathing protection in the event workplace threshold values are not specified.

Normal chemical work clothing.

Do not allow to enter drains or water courses.

Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions (See section 7).

Dangerous reactions are not expected if the product is handled according to its intended use.

Dangerous reactions are not to be expected when handling product according to its intended use. Contact with the substances to be avoided leads to violent reactions.

Heat; Keep from freezing. Protect from sun.

strong acids; Water

None if stored, handled and transported properly. In case of fire: see section 5.

Allocation of a waste code number, according to the European Waste Catalogue, should be carried out in agreement with the regional waste disposal company.

dispose of in accordance with local regulation.