6. fire-figHting meaSureS
7. accidental releaSe meaSureS
8. Storage and Handling
General Information: As in any fire, wear self-contained pressurised breathing apparatus and
full protective gear. This material is not flammable. However, welding arc and sparks can ignite
combustibles. Grinding or other machining operations can produce fine particulate dust that
may explode in the presence of a strong ignition source. During a fire,irritating and highly toxic
gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media: Never use water as an extinguishing agent around molten or smoldering
metal. Water will react violently around any molten metal. Use dry chemical, CO
2
or sand.
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 9.
Spills/Leaks: Sweep up and place in suitable containers for recycle or disposal. Spilled or
released at long industrial condition: Remove ignition sources, Keep away from heat and flame,
evacuate area. Avoid breathing dust, vapour, smoke. Wear protective equipment. Shut off
source of the leak only if it is easy to do so. Keep spilled material out of sewers, ditches and
bodies of water.
Handling: In accordance with good industrial practice, handle with care and avoid unnecessary
personal contact. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimise dust
generation and accumulation. Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling the product. Keep
away from sources of ignition.
Storage: Keep away from heat and flame. Store in a cool, dry place away from incompatible
substances.
Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilising this material should be equipped with an
eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations
low.
Individual Protection for Industrial Use:
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eye glasses or chemical safety goggles.
Skin: For prolonged or repeated contact, use protective gloves.
Clothing: Choose body protection according to the amount and concentration of the dangerous
substance in the workplace.
Respirators: Follow the European Standard EN 149. Use a European Standard EN 149
approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded, or if irritation or other symptoms are
experienced.
Physical State: Wire
Colour: Yellow
Odour: Odourless
pH: Not available
Vapour Pressure: Not available
Boiling Point: Not available
Melting Point: 1800°F
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: Not applicable
Explosion Limits - Lower: Not applicable
Explosion Limits - Upper: Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Solubility in water: Insoluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 8.5 g/cm³
Chemical stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to avoid: Incompatible materials, ignition sources, excessive heat.
Incompatibilities with other materials: Strong oxidising agents, mineral acids.
Hazardous decomposition products: Metallic dust or fumes may be produced during welding,
burning, grinding and possibly machining.
Hazardous polymerisation: Will not occur.
9. expoSure controlS/perSonal
protection
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10. pHySical & cHemical propertieS
11. Stability & reactivity