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Each type of hazardous chemical has its own characteristics, and those working with them need to be aware of these characteristics throughout the process from production to transportation in order to prevent accidents. In the coming time, Vivi will share information on common hazardous chemicals, so be sure to check it out. The main uses of sodium chlorate are: in the printing and dyeing industry as an oxidant for dyeing fabrics, as well as as a mordant. The inorganic industry uses it as an oxidizing agent, and it can also be used to produce sodium chlorite and perchlorates. The pharmaceutical industry uses zinc oxide and sodium dithiodisuccinate for manufacturing. The pigment industry uses high-purity zinc oxide and whalen. It is used as a herbicide in agriculture. It is also used in papermaking and tanning. Ore processing, bromine extraction from seawater, and the production of printing inks, **, etc. http://p3.itc.cn/images01/20201125/35cb8478e30d4948b0b8c7b8ce7cbc27.png Hazard class: Class 5.1 Oxidizers. Routes of exposure: inhalation, ingestion, skin contact, eye contact. Health hazards: The dust of this product is irritating to the respiratory tract, eyes, and skin. Oral acute poisoning is manifested as methemoglobinemia, gastroenteritis, liver and kidney damage, and even asphyxiation: an ingestion of 10 grams or more can be fatal, while large inhalation amounts can also lead to death. Contact with the eyes or skin can cause burns and blindness, and prolonged exposure can result in changes in the blood composition as well as liver and kidney damage. Environmental hazards: This substance may be harmful to the environment, and special attention should be paid to water bodies. Fire and explosion hazard: It is a non-flammable solid, but it can fuel fires and cause combustible materials to burn or explode. If clothing comes into contact with this product, it may catch fire; rinse it immediately with water. First aid measures for skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing and rinse with plenty of flowing water. Eye contact: Lift the eyelid and rinse with flowing water or saline; seek medical attention if discomfort occurs. Inhalation: Quickly move the affected person to an area with fresh air, keep the airways unobstructed, and provide oxygen if breathing is difficult. If breathing stops, perform artificial respiration immediately. Seek medical attention. Ingestion: In case of accidental poisoning, induce vomiting, perform gastric lavage, use laxatives, and administer substances such as milk or egg whites to protect the stomach lining; seek medical attention immediately. Fire-fighting measures: Hazardous characteristic: Strong oxidizer. It explodes upon contact with intense heat or strong acids. When mixed with reducing agents, organic substances, flammable materials such as sulfur, phosphorus, sulfuric acid, metal powders, charcoal, ammonium compounds, etc., it can form an explosive mixture. Combustion and explosion can also occur due to severe impacts and friction. Explosions can also occur when heating rapidly. Harmful combustion products: oxygen, chlorides, oxides. Extinguishing method and extinguishing agent: Extinguish with a large amount of water. Precautions for extinguishing fires: When fighting a fire, it is necessary to wear full protective firefighting gear, and in particular, a self-contained breathing apparatus should be used. http://p1.itc.cn/images01/20201125/b6de50ad635d479188790bae6b6fc3cd.png Emergency response for leaks: Isolate the area affected by the leak and restrict access to it. Emergency responders wear self-contained breathing apparatus and standard work clothing. Do not come into direct contact with the spill; prevent it from coming into contact with organic substances, reducing agents, or flammable materials. Minor leaks: Avoid creating dust; collect the material using a clean shovel and place it in a dry, clean, covered container. Large-scale leakage: Collect, recycle, or transport to a waste disposal facility for disposal. Environmental protection measures: An accident tank should be installed to collect the large amounts of fire-fighting water and cleaning wastewater generated in accidents. Storage precautions: Store in a warehouse that is fireproof, waterproof, and moisture-proof, with good ventilation. Store at specified distances and in specified quantities to prevent exposure to heat and moisture; keep away from sources of fire and heat, avoid direct sunlight, and maintain the containers sealed. It should be stored separately from combustibles, flammable materials, reducing agents, sulfur, phosphorus, carbon powder, ammonium compounds, metal powders, sulfuric acid, etc.; mixed storage or transportation must be avoided at all costs. Transportation precautions: (1) The transportation vehicle must have prominent safety signs, and anti-static measures must be in place. When entering the reservoir area, the exhaust pipe must be equipped with a flame arrestor. (2) The carriage must be covered with a tarpaulin that is securely fastened; the tarpaulin should be fireproof, waterproof, and sunproof. (3) During handling, impact, friction, and severe vibration must be strictly avoided. (4) Mixing and transporting together with acids, alkalis, or other chemicals is strictly prohibited. (5) The speed should not be too high during transportation, and overtaking should not be done forcefully. It is necessary to ensure that the containers are leak-free, do not collapse or fall, prevent damage to the packaging bags and containers, and include measures to protect them from exposure to direct sunlight and high temperatures. When making stops en route, stay away from sources of fire and heat. The vehicle should be thoroughly cleaned after transportation is completed. Sliding is prohibited during railway transportation. (6) The vehicle is equipped with fire-fighting equipment and leakage emergency response devices of appropriate types and quantities, along with escort personnel. (7) Waterway transportation shall be carried out in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Regulations on the Safety Management of Hazardous Chemicals. Everyone is probably familiar with the information related to sodium chlorate; if it’s useful, be sure to save it. Feel free to add more information as well.