Description
Colourless or white crystals. Soluble in water.
Characteristics
| Physical properties
|
| Size
|
Angle of
repose
|
Bulk density
(kg/m3)
|
Stowage factor
(m3/t)
|
| Not applicable
|
Not applicable
|
-
|
-
|
| Hazard classification
|
| Class
|
Subsidiary
hazard(s)
|
MHB
|
Group
|
| 5.1
|
Not applicable
|
|
B
|
Hazard
If involved in a fire will greatly intensify the burning of combustible
materials and yield toxic nitrous fumes. Although non-combustible, mixtures with
combustible material are easily ignited and may burn fiercely.
Stowage and segregation
"Separated from" foodstuffs.
Hold cleanliness
Clean and dry as relevant to the hazards of the cargo.
Weather precautions
This cargo shall be kept as dry as practicable. This cargo shall not be
handled during precipitation. During handling of this cargo, all non-working hatches of
the cargo spaces into which this cargo is loaded, or to be loaded, shall be closed.
Loading
Trim in accordance with the relevant provisions required under sections 4
and 5 of this Code.
Precautions
Due consideration shall be given to prevent contact of the cargo and
combustible materials. The master and officers are to note that the ship's fixed gas
fire-fighting installation will be ineffective on fires involving this cargo and that
applying copious amounts of water may be necessary.
Ventilation
No special requirements.
Carriage
No special requirements.
Discharge
No special requirements.
Clean-up
No special requirements.
Emergency procedures
| Special emergency equipment to
be carried
|
| Protective clothing (gloves,
overalls and headgear).
Self-contained breathing apparatus.
Spray nozzles.
|
| Emergency
procedures
|
| Wear protective clothing and
self-contained breathing apparatus.
|
| Emergency action in the event
of fire
|
| Use copious quantities of water,
which is best applied in the form of a spray to avoid disturbing the surface
of the material. The material may fuse or melt; in which condition
application of water may result in extensive scattering of the molten
materials. Exclusion of air or the use of CO2 will not control
the fire. Due consideration should be given to the effect on the stability
of the ship due to accumulated water.
|
| Medical first aid
|
| Refer to the Medical First Aid
Guide (MFAG), as amended.
|