SAFETY DATA SHEET (93/112/EC)
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Identification of the product and company
Berkefeld-Filter
Lückenweg 5
29227 Celle
Germany
Telephone (+49) 05141 / 803-0
Telefax : (+49) 05141 / 803-100
Ansprechpartner: Labor ; Telefon: 117
Product :
Berkefeld Calciumhydroxid
Product use :
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Composition / Information on ingredients
All components contained in this product are included in the EINECS/ELINCS-inventory
Chemical name :
% :
CAS-nr :
OEL :
Symbol :
R-phrases :
Calciumhydroxide
85 - 100
1305-62-0
5 mg/m
3
Xi
36/38
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Hazards Identification
EU-labeling requirements:
IRRITANT (Xi)
Risk phrases :
Irritating to eyes and skin.
Health Hazards
Routes of exposure :
Ingestion, inhalation.
Symptoms of exposure
Skin contact :
severe irritation, reddening, pain
Eye contact :
severe irritation, redness, tearing, blurred vision, corneal injury.
In case of inhalation :
nasal and respiratory irritation, sore throat cough, breathing difficulties, weakness.
In case of swallowing :
gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting, sore throat, diarrhoea.
Prolonged or repeated contact may cause allergic dermatitis.
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First-aid Measures
Skin contact :
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water. Seek medical
advice.
Eye contact :
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water (at least 15 minutes) and
seek medical advice. Continue treatment until medical assistance is provided.
Ingestion :
Rinse mouth. Give at least two glasses of water to drink (dilution). Do NOT induce
vomiting. Seek medical advice. NEVER give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation :
Move person to fresh air. Avoid physical exertion of the victim. half-sitting position, If
breathing is difficult administer oxygen or apply artificial respiration. Seek medical advice.
Advice to the medical physician :
Fire-fighting Measures
Note: See also " Stability and Reactivity "
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Extinguishing media
Suitable :
No special media required; powder
NOT to be used :
Special precautions :
In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.
Protective equipment :
Wear self-contained breathing equipment.
Issue date :
13/10/1999
Page 1 of 4
Supersedes :
21/10/1998
Date printed : 17/11/2000