Substance   ASBESTOS, AMPHIBOLE (amosite, tremolite, actinolite, anthophyllite, crocidolite)
UN Number   2212
HIN (= Hazard Identification Number)   90
ADR Label   9
ADR Class   9
Classification Code   M1
Packing group   II
ERIC   9-01
 
Emergency Response Information
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE

1. Characteristics
  • Hazardous to skin, eyes and air passages.
  • Flash point above 60°C OR not flammable.

2. Hazards
  • Heating of container(s) will cause pressure rise with risk of bursting and subsequent explosion.
  • Gives off toxic and irritant fumes when heated or burning.
  • The vapour may be invisible and is heavier than air. It spreads along the ground and may enter sewers and basements.

3. Personal Protection
  • Chemical protection suit.
  • Self contained breathing apparatus.

4. Intervention Actions
  4.1 General
  • Keep upwind.

  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.
  • Ventilate sewers and basements where there is no risk to personnel or public.

  4.3 Fire (involving the substance)
  • Keep container(s) cool with water.
  • Extinguish with water fog (spray).
  • Do not use water jet to extinguish.
  • Use water spray to knock down fire fumes if possible.
  • Avoid unnecessary run-off of extinguishing media which may cause pollution.

5. First Aid
  • If substance has got into eyes, wash out with water for at least 15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.
  • Remove contaminated clothing immediately and drench affected skin with plenty of water.
  • Persons who have been in contact with the substance or have inhaled fumes should get immediate medical attention. Pass on all available product information.

6. Essential Precautions For Product Recovery
  • Do not use standard recovery equipment. Seek specialist advice immediately.

7. Precautions After Intervention
  7.1 Undressing
  • Seek specialist advice for decontamination procedures.

  7.2 Equipment Clean Up
  • Seek specialist advice before leaving incident.
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