Flammability vaporization/decomposition

Eriction from contact of moving parts, tramp metal, bearings or seals initiating thermal decomposition or igniting flammable vapors. 

The most likely cause of the incident was the decomposition of bulk sacks of the pesticide, which had been placed too close to a hot compressor discharge pipe, and the release of flammable vapors (USEPA-OSHA, 1999). This case history illustrates that severe reactive incidents can occur even at companies engaged in the simple storage and handling of chemicals. The facility was not covered by OSHA PSM, and AZM50W does not have an NFPA rating. 

SAFETY PROFILE Moderately toxic by intraperitoneal route. See also ANTIMONY COMPOUNDS and SULFIDES. Flammable when exposed to heat or by chemical reaction with powerful oxidizers. Use water to fight fire. Moderately explosive when shocked or by spontaneous chemical reaction in contact with powerful oxidizers. When heated to decomposition or on contact with acid or acid fumes it emits highly toxic fumes of oxides of sulfur and antimony. Incompatible with water or steam to produce toxic and flammable vapors and with oxidizers, e.g., Ag(C103)2, HCIO3,... 

SAFETY PROFILE Mutation data reported. Combustible yields flammable vapors when heated and can react with oxidizing materials. To fight fire, use water spray, foam, fog, CO2. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. 

Flammable Liquid SAFETY PROFILE Mildly toxic by ingestion. A skin and eye irritant. A very dangerous fire hazard when exposed to heat, flame, or sparks can react vigorously with oxidizers. Reacts with water, steam, acids, or acid fumes to produce toxic and flammable vapors. To fight fire, use water spray or mist, dr chemical, CO2, foam. When heated to decomposition it yields highly toxic fumes of SOx. See also SULFIDES. 

SAFETY PROFILE A powerful irritant to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Flammable when exposed to heat or flame. Ammonia is liberated and Uthium hydroxide is formed when this compound is exposed to moisture. Reacts violently with water or steam to produce toxic and flammable vapors. Vigorous reaction with oxidizing materials. Exothermic reaction with acid or acid fumes. When heated to decomposition it emits very toxic fumes of LiO, NH3, and NOx. Used in synthesis of drugs, vitamins, steroids, and other organics. See also LITHIUM COMPOUNDS, AMIDES, AMMONIA, and LITHIUM HYDROXIDE. 

PROP Compounds containing the -SH group bound to carbon. Also called thiols. SAFETY PROFILE Generally they have a very offensive odor that may cause nausea and headache. High concentrations of vapor can produce unconsciousness with cyanosis, cold extremities, and rapid pulse. A common air contaminant. Dangerous when heated to decomposition they almost always emit highly toxic fumes of SO. They may react with water, steam, or acids to produce toxic and flammable vapors. Aliphatic mercaptans are flammable. They can react violently with powerful oxidizers such as Ca(OCl)2. 

Vesicants may be volatilized during a fire or be spread by efforts to extinguish the fire. Combustion of Arsenical Vesicants will produce volatile, toxic arsenic decomposition products. In addition. Arsenical Vesicants may react with steam or water during a fire to produce toxic, corrosive and/or flammable vapors. Hydrogen produced by the action of the corrosive vapors on metals or other corrodible materials may be present. 

ANTIKNOCK-33 (12108-13-3) Combustible liquid (flash point 230°F/110°C cc). Ignites spontaneously in air. Sunlight causes rapid decomposition. Reacts with water or steam, producing toxic and flammable vapors. Violent reaction with strong oxidizers, dinitrogen tetrox-ide. Incompatible with strong acids, hydroxy lamine. 

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