HELP NEED HELP ASAP!!!! IS GUNPOWDER DANGEROuS!!!?

Question

hi i did a report on guns and said chinese have been usin gun powder firin objects such as bamboo tubes since 1???( i forget) anyway how wud they use them did they throw them or blow into the tubes or what

anyway is gun powder dangerous to skin or eyes and is it dangerous if swallowed and how dangerous?

ps i need to hand the report tommorow

Answer 1

Ask the coyote !!

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Answer 2

yes its dangerous - its an explosive

"WARNING: Black powder is classed as an explosive and can be ignited by static discharge.  Black powder should be stored in its original container.  Plastic and other static prone container should not be used.  Always ground yourself to dissipate any static charge before handling gun powders, especially black powder."

http://www.auroragunclub.com/blkpowder.h...

from the material safety data sheet for gun powder:

SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: DANGER!

Extremely flammable.

Accidental fire or explosion is likely to cause severe injury or death.

Inhalation of dust or vapor can cause severe headache.

Absorption through the skin can cause severe headache.

Ingestion may cause severe headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fatigue, diarrhea, trembling, ringing in the ears, and salivation.

Prolonged or repeated exposure may aggravate anemia or glaucoma.

May cause allergic skin reaction (sensitization) in susceptible individuals.

Refer to Section 5 for Hazardous Combustion Products, and Section 10 for Hazardous Decomposition/Hazardous Polymerization Products.

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

REPORTED HUMAN EFFECTS:

No human toxicity studies have been carried out with this product.

COMPONENT - Nitroglycerin: The following effects have been reported following medicinal usage or overdosage: faintness, skin flush, palpitation, rapid heart beat, dizziness, abdominal pain, retrosternal discomfort, muscle twitches, Heinz bodies, methemoglobinemia, depression, confusion, skin irritation, and allergic reaction. Alcohol may intensify effects.

COMPONENT - Diphenylamine: Excessive exposure to the dust by inhalation has been reported to cause bladder damage, rapid heart beat, increased blood pressure, and skin rash.

SECTION 4: FIRST AID PROCEDURES

EYES:

Remove contact lenses. Hold eyelids apart. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of low-pressure water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention.

SKIN:

Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Thoroughly wash clothing before reuse. Render unusable and discard contaminated shoes and leather articles.

INHALATION:

Remove to fresh air. Give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get immediate medical attention.

INGESTION:

If conscious, drink large quantities of water. Induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. NEVER give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. NEVER induce vomiting in an unconscious person.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

GENERAL MEASURES:

Follow appropriate DOD., N.F.P.A., and B.A.T.F. explosive safety measures. Local ordinances may apply.

DO NOT PRESSURIZE OR EXPOSE CONTAINERS TO HEAT, FLAME, SPARKS, STATIC ELECTRICITY, OR OTHER SOURCES OF IGNITION.

For handling and storage requirements see 29 CFR 1910.109.

See "Properties and Storage of Smokeless Powder" published by the SPORTING ARMS AND AMMUNITION MANUFACTURER’S INSTITUTE, INC.; (SAAMI), Flintlock Ridge Office Center, 11 Mile Hill Road, Newtown, CT 06470-2359

Store in a cool, dry place: approximately 68°F (20°C)

Store only in Department of Transportation approved containers.

Check old product for deterioration regularly.

MATERIALS OR CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

Avoid storing product near incompatible materials. See Section 10.

Do not store near flammable materials.

Do not keep deteriorated or salvaged product.

Keep away from heat, flame, sparks, and other ignition sources.

Do not store in direct sunlight or expose to UV radiation.

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

GENERAL HYGIENIC PRACTICES:

Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, or mist.

Wash thoroughly after handling, and before eating, drinking, or smoking.

Avoid contamination of food, beverages, or smoking materials.

Remove contaminated clothing promptly and clean thoroughly before reuse.

Discard contaminated leather articles.

source and much more info here:

http://www.alliantpowder.com/products/MS...