Fire and Explosion Hazard Section

Read through the Fire and Explosion Data section of this MSDS. This section tells us about the chemical's flash Point, auto-ignition temperature and upper/lower flammability limits; proper fire extinguishing agents to be used; fire fighting techniques; and any unusual fire or explosive hazards.

Are there any special precautions that should be taken? Any particular characteristics that you should be aware of before using?

SECTION III: Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

FLASH POINT: NONE
FLASH POINT METHOD: N/P
LOWER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT: N/R
UPPER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT: N/R
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: WATER SPRAY, CARBON DIOXIDE, FOAM OR DRY CHEMICAL FOR SURROUNDING FIRE. USE WATER SPRAY TO COOL FIRE EXPOSED CONTAINERS.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROC: WEAR FULL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND NIOSH- APPROVED SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS WITH FULL FACEPIECE OPERATED IN THE POSITIVE PRESSURE MODE.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPL HAZRDS: FIRE MAY PRODUCE POISONOUS GASES. DO NOT GET WATER INSIDE CONTAINER (REACTS VIOLENTLY). CONTACT WITH SOME METALS WILL RELEASE HYDROGEN GAS.

As it turns out, this chemical is not flammable. However, we do learn that poisonous gases may be produced if the material is heated in a fire. Also, this section warns us to avoid getting water inside the container, or a violent reaction may occur.