| Gellan Gum Application | |
| 7.HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION | 8.FIRST AID MEASURES |
| Inhalation: Inhalation of dust may be irritating to the respiratory system causing cough and sore throat. Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition. |
Eyes: Irrigate eyes with a heavy stream of water for at least 20 minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist. Skin: Wash exposed areas of the body with plenty of water & soap. Inhalation: Remove from area of exposure. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist. Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention. |
| 9.FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES | 10.TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION |
| Flammability: may be combustible at high temperatures Extinguishing Media: foam, carbon dioxide for large fires; dry powder for small fires Do not use water jet. Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full fire-fighting turn-out gear (full Bunker gear) including NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. |
ORAL (LD50): Acute: ≥5000 mg/kg [Rat]. Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available. Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available. |
| 11.TRANSPORT INFORMATION | 12.DISCLAIMER |
| DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material (United States). Identification: Not applicable. Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable. Air Transport IATA: Refer to corresponding hazard class |
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any other process. Such information is to be the best of the company s knowledge and believed accurate and reliable as of the date indicated. However, no representation, warranty or guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume no responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or consequential, arising out of use. It is the user s responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitableness & completeness of such information for his own particular use. |
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