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HEXAMETHYLENETETRAMINE | ICSC: 1228 |
Methenamine Hexamine 1,3,5,7-Tetraazatricyclo(3.3.1.1(3,7))decane C6H12N4 Molecular mass: 140.2 CAS # 100-97-0 RTECS # MN4725000 UN # 1328 EC # 612-101-00-2 March 08, 2002 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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Foam,
water spray, powder.
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EXPLOSION |
Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.
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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.
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Local exhaust or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN |
Redness.
Pain.
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Protective gloves.
Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Refer for medical attention.
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EYES |
Redness.
Pain.
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Face shield
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 |
Abdominal pain.
Nausea.
Vomiting.
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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.
Refer for medical attention.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
Wash away remainder with plenty of water.
Personal protection: A/P2 filter respirator for organic vapour and harmful dust.
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Separated from
strong acids
and
strong oxidants.
Dry.
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F symbol Xn symbol R: 11-42/43 S: 2-16-22-24-37 UN Hazard Class: 4.1 UN Packing Group: III |
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HEXAMETHYLENETETRAMINE | ICSC: 1228 |
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The substance may release formaldehyde.
See ICSC 0695 Formaldehyde.
Anyone who has shown symptoms of asthma due to this substance should avoid all further contact.
The symptoms of asthma often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential.
Card has been partly updated in April 2005. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, EU classification, Emergency Response.
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