Hazard Statements

Precautionary Statements

Eye Contact: Do not rub eye(s); check for and remove contact lenses. Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.

Skin Contact: Irritant. Remove any contaminated clothing. Wipe off excess from skin. Immediately wash skin with soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists.

Inhalation: If a person breathes in large amounts, move the exposed person to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical advice.

Ingestion: If swallowed, and if the person is conscious, immediately give large amounts of water. Get medical attention.

Fire/Explosion Hazards: Electrolysis of sodium chloride in the presence of nitrogenous compounds to produce chlorine may lead to formation of explosive nitrogen trichloride. Potentially explosive reaction with dichloromaleic anhydride + urea.

Incompatibility: Strong acids, alum, fluorine, ammonium salts, strong oxidizing agents, lithium, inter-halogens, iron, cement.

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride.