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QUICK LIME IATA packing, 5kg, powder

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STD CWATDISILPV

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Former Code(s): CWATYLIM1P5
UN1910
Hazardous materials and products (identified by their 4-digit transport UN-number) must be transported under certain conditions as specified in the MSDS sheet (Material Safety Data Sheet).
OC subscriptions: included in supply or field order tools (e.g. UniField)
SC subscriptions: included in supply or field tools
OC validations: approved for procurement and use by an OC for international or local orders specifying context and activity in Medical Standard Lists (MSL)

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LIME, powder

Definition

Chemical used to cover decomposing organic matter in order to prevent the smell of putrefaction and avoid attracting flies and vultures. Lime is also used for pH adjustment.

Specifications

  • CWATDISILP5:
    • quicklime
    • greyish blocks or granules, or white powder
    • corrosive product
  • CWATDISILSC:
    • slaked or hydrated lime
    • white powder

Transport Dangerous Goods

For CWATDISILP5:

IATA:

  • UN number: UN 1910
  • Transport hazard class 8 Corrosive, Packing Group III

For CWATDISILSC: transport unregulated

Instructions for use

Refer also to "Public Health Engineering in Precarious Situations", MSF, 2nd edition, 2010: Chapter 3 Narrative and Chapter 8 Narrative.

Dead bodies

If burial at a depth of more than 1 metre is not possible, spread lime at the bottom of the grave and over the body (1 kg of lime per 10 kg of body weight).

Waste dumps

If burying or incinerating waste is not possible, cover it with a little earth and spread lime over the top.

Excreta

If covering excreta with earth or ash is not possible, spread lime daily in defecation trenches.

Remarks

  • Powdered quicklime and slaked lime may be used interchangeably. Quicklime is less expensive and denser, and a 25 % smaller quantity will produce the same effect, but it can cause burns on moist skin.
  • Hydraulic lime (lime which hardens in contact with water and is used as a mortar) is not suitable.
  • Beware of confusion with chlorinated lime which is a source of chlorine and not a type of lime.

Precautions for Use

Lime irritates the skin and is dangerous to the eyes (in case of contact with lime, eyes must be washed immediately and abundantly with water to avoid irreversible damage and possible blindness). Lime dust is dangerous to the eyes and the respiratory tract.

Spreading must be performed by well-briefed and equipped staff (gloves, boots, goggles, overalls).

Lime should only be spread in places out of reach of children and protected from wind dispersal.

Storage

  • Store separately from food and beverage
  • Store in a dry, cool and well ventilated space
  • Keep out of the reach of children
  • Close bags tightly after use.

Waste management

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

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H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage.
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H350May cause cancer (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard).
H372Causes damage to organs (or state all organs affected, if known) through prolonged or repeated exposure (state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard).
P401Store in accordance with local and regional/ national/ international regulations
P201Obtain special instructions before use.
P202Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P260Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P272Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P314Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
P362Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
P363Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P302 + P350IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.
P304 + P340IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P305 + P351 + P338IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. If the victim wears contact lenses, remove them if possible. Keep rinsing
P308 + P313IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P332 + P313If skin irritation occurs: get medical advice/attention
P501Dispose of contents/container to location in accordance with local and regional/ national/ international regulations