Corrosive materials should be transported in unbreakable containers. Explosive materials are chemicals that cause a sudden, almost instantaneous release of large or small amounts of pressure, gas, and heat when subjected to sudden shock, pressure, or high temperature. Some substances, under certain conditions of shock, temperature, or chemical reaction, can explode violently. Such explosions present many hazards to laboratory personnel. Flying glass can seriously lacerate skin.
Fires can result from burning gases.
Corrosive or toxic substances can be liberated. Labeling and Information Information on explosives can be found in the Material Safety Data Sheet under Fire and Explosion Data. Carefully plan a procedure for working with explosive chemicals. Insert experimental apparatus into a dry glove box or gas blanket. Use paper or plastic screw caps on peroxide containers, as friction created by metal screw caps could detonate peroxides.