How to protect nitrocellulose?

1. Nitrocellulose should be kept far away from open flame. 2. Nitrocellulose warehouses or yards should be isolated from other operations. 3. Sprinkler protection should be provided in buildings. 4. In heated storage houses, radiators and pipes should be protected so that nitrocellulose barrels can not be placed near them. 1.

Can nitrocellulose be used in a fire hazard?

1. ONLY large volumes of water should be used. 2. If barrels of nitrocellulose are exposed to high heat, the heated alcohol contained within may cause the explosion and flying-away of drums, so all operators and firefighters must keep a safety distance.

Is nitrocellulose toxic?

Toxic gases, such as oxides of nitrogen, hydrogen cyanide and carbon monoxide, which may be produced during decomposition or combustion of nitrocellulose also pose health hazards. Take all necessary precautionary measures when handling nitrocellulose.

What happens if nitrocellulose is heated?

If barrels of nitrocellulose are exposed to high heat, the heated alcohol contained within may cause the explosion and flying-away of drums, so all operators and firefighters must keep a safety distance. 3.

How does nitrocellulose react with oxidising agents?

Nitrocellulose is stable under normal temperature and pressure. However, it is shock-sensitive and will break down upon heating to produce toxic gases such as oxides of nitrogen and carbon monoxide. Both dry and damped nitrocellulose react easily with strong oxidising agents, including strong acids and bases, to produce oxides of nitrogen.

Should nitrocellulose mixing and processing equipment be explosion-proof?

The tools and equipment should also be explosion-proof. Protect all nitrocellulose mixing and processing equipment from static electricity by grounding all metal parts.