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CAMPHOR | ICSC: 1021 |
2-Camphanone 1,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo(2.2.1)heptan-2-one C10H16O Molecular mass: 152.3 CAS # 76-22-2 RTECS # EX1225000 UN # 2717 May 07, 2003 Peer reviewed |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Combustible.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO open flames.
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Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION |
Above 66°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.
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Above 66°C use a closed system, ventilation.
Prevent deposition of dust; closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting.
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EXPOSURE |
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PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
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INHALATION |
Cough.
Sore throat.
Further
see Ingestion.
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Ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Artificial respiration may be needed.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN |
Redness.
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Protective gloves.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
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EYES |
Redness.
Pain.
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Safety spectacles,
or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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INGESTION |
Burning sensation in the throat and chest.
Nausea.
Vomiting.
Diarrhoea.
Headache.
Confusion.
Convulsions.
Unconsciousness.
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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Rinse mouth.
Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink.
Artificial respiration may be needed.
Refer for medical attention.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Ventilation.
Remove all ignition sources.
Sweep spilled substance into covered containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
(Extra personal protection: A/P2 filter respirator for organic vapour and harmful dust.)
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Separated from
strong oxidants,
strong reducing agents
, chlorinated solvents,
food and feedstuffs
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Well closed.
Ventilation along the floor.
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Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
R: S: UN Hazard Class: 4.1 UN Packing Group: III |
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CAMPHOR | ICSC: 1021 |
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Camphor is available in two optical isomers (CAS 464-48-2 and 464-49-3) and as a racemic mixture (CAS 21368-68-3).
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