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1174703 - Battery Acid Revision Date 08-Jan-2018
Possible perforation of stomach or esophagus should be investigated. Do not give
chemical antidotes. Asphyxia from glottal edema may occur. Marked decrease in blood
pressure may occur with moist rales, frothy sputum, and high pulse pressure.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the
surrounding environment.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
CAUTION: Use of water spray when fighting fire may be inefficient.
Specific hazards arising from the
chemical
The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Thermal decomposition
can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors.
Hazardous Combustion Products
Carbon oxides.
Explosion Data
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact
None.
Sensitivity to Static Discharge
None.
Special protective equipment for
fire-fighters
Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full firefighting turnout
gear. Use personal protection equipment.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions
Attention! Corrosive material. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Ensure adequate
ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required. Evacuate personnel to safe
areas. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Do not breathe vapor or mist.
Other Information
Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 7 and 8.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for containment
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Methods for cleaning up
Dam up. Soak up with inert absorbent material. Pick up and transfer to properly labeled
containers.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Advice on safe handling
In case of rupture: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable
respiratory equipment. Handle product only in closed system or provide appropriate exhaust
ventilation. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Take off contaminated
clothing and wash before reuse. Do not breathe vapor or mist.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage Conditions
Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Protect from
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