| Substance | FERROSILICON with 30% or more but less than 90% silicon | |
| UN Number | 1408 | |
| HIN (= Hazard Identification Number) | 462 | |
| ADR Label | 4.3+6.1 | |
| ADR Class | 4.3 | |
| Classification Code | WT2 | |
| Packing group | III | |
| ERIC | 4-25 | |
REACTIVE TOXIC SOLID
1. Characteristics
- Hazardous to skin, eyes and air passages.
- Toxic by ingestion, inhalation or skin absorption.
- Reaction with water, emitting flammable gases.
- Readily or spontaneously ignitable.
- Adverse reaction with water when burning or involved in fire.
2. Hazards
- Gives off toxic and irritant fumes, also when burning.
- Heating of container(s) may cause pressure rise with risk of bursting.
3. Personal Protection
- Chemical protection suit.
- Self contained breathing apparatus.
- Gas tight suit in close proximity to substance or vapour.
4. Intervention Actions
4.1 General
- No smoking, eliminate ignition sources.
- Keep cargo dry. Avoid contact with water.
- Keep upwind. Put on protective equipment before entering danger area.
- Minimise number of personnel in risk area.
4.2 Spillage
- Stop leaks if possible.
- Contain spillage by any means available.
- If substance has entered a water course or sewer, inform the responsible authority.
4.3 Fire (involving the substance)
- Keep container(s) cool with water.
- Extinguish with dry agent.
- Do not use water, foam or carbon dioxide to extinguish.
- Use water spray to knock down fire fumes if possible.
5. First Aid
- If substance has got into eyes, wash out with water for at least 15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.
- Persons who have been in contact with the substance or have inhaled fumes should get immediate medical attention. Pass on all available product information.
- In case of burns, immediately cool affected skin for as long as possible with cold water. Do not remove clothing adhering to skin.
- Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash affected skin with soap and plenty of water.
- Mouth to mouth resuscitation should be avoided. Use alternative methods, preferably with oxygen or compressed air driven apparatus.
6. Essential Precautions For Product Recovery
- Do not use standard recovery equipment. Seek specialist advice immediately.
7. Precautions After Intervention
7.1 Undressing
- Drench contaminated suit and breathing apparatus with water before removing facemask and suit.
- Use chemical protection suit and self contained breathing apparatus while undressing contaminated co-workers or handling contaminated equipment.
- Contain decontamination run off.
7.2 Equipment Clean Up
- Seek specialist advice before leaving incident.
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