FIRE OR EXPLOSION
* Substance is transported in molten form at a temperature above 705°C (1300°F). * Violent reaction with water; contact may cause an explosion or may produce a flammable gas. * Will ignite combustible materials (wood, paper, oil, debris, etc.). * Contact with nitrates or other oxidizers may cause an explosion. * Contact with containers or other materials, including cold, wet or dirty tools, may cause an explosion. * Contact with concrete will cause spalling and small pops.
HEALTH
* Contact causes severe burns to skin and eyes. * Fire may produce irritating and/or toxic gases.
PUBLIC SAFETY
* CALL Emergency Response Telephone Number on Shipping Paper first. If Shipping Paper not available or no answer, refer to appropriate telephone number listed on the inside back cover. * Isolate spill or leak area immediately for at least 50 to 100 meters (160 to 330 feet) in all directions. * Keep unauthorized personnel away. * Ventilate closed spaces before entering.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
* Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). * Wear flame retardant structural firefighters' protective clothing, including faceshield, helmet and gloves, this will provide limited thermal protection.
FIRE
* Do Not Use Water, except in life threatening situations and then only in a fine spray. * Do not use halogenated extinguishing agents or foam. * Move combustibles out of path of advancing pool if you can do so without risk. * Extinguish fires started by molten material by using appropriate method for the burning material; keep water, halogenated extinguishing agents and foam away from the molten material.
SPILL OR LEAK
* Do not touch or walk through spilled material. * Do not attempt to stop leak, due to danger of explosion. * Keep combustibles (wood, paper, oil, etc.) away from spilled material. * Substance is very fluid, spreads quickly, and may splash. Do not try to stop it with shovels or other objects. * Dike far ahead of spill; use dry sand to contain the flow of material. * Where possible allow molten material to solidify naturally. * Avoid contact even after material solidifies. Molten, heated and cold aluminum look alike; do not touch unless you know it is cold. * Clean up under the supervision of an expert after material has solidified.
FIRST AID
* Move victim to fresh air. * Call 911 or emergency medical service. * Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. * Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. * For severe burns, immediate medical attention is required. * Removal of solidified molten material from skin requires medical assistance. * Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. * In case of contact with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes. * Keep victim warm and quiet.