[[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]methyl]oxirane

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

General advice:

Do not leave the victim unattended.

Protection of first-aiders:

First Aid responders should pay attention to self-protection and use the recommended protective clothing

If inhaled:

Remove person to fresh air. If signs/symptoms continue, get medical attention.

Keep patient warm and at rest.

If breathing is irregular or stopped, administer artificial respira-tion.

In case of skin contact:

Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.

Wash off with soap and plenty of water.

If symptoms persist, call a physician.

In case of eye contact:

Immediately flush eye(s) with plenty of water.

Remove contact lenses.

Protect unharmed eye.

Keep eye wide open while rinsing.

If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.

If swallowed:

Rinse mouth with water.

Keep respiratory tract clear.

Do NOT induce vomiting.

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

If symptoms persist, call a physician.

Risks:

First aider needs to protect himself.

Treatment:

The first aid procedure should be established in consultation with the doctor responsible for industrial medicine.

There is no specific antidote available.

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media:

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or car-bon dioxide.

Unsuitable extinguishing media:

High volume water jet

Hazardous combustion prod-ucts:

No hazardous combustion products are known

Special protective equipment for firefighters:

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

Further information:

In the event of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.

Standard procedure for chemical fires.

Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This must not be discharged into drains.

Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.

Use a water spray to cool fully closed containers.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions:

Use personal protective equipment.

Avoid dust formation.

Avoid breathing dust.

Ensure adequate ventilation.

Evacuate personnel to safe areas.

Environmental precautions:

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

If the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform respective authorities.

Methods for cleaning up:

Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust.

Sweep up and shovel.

Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Handling and storage

Advice on safe handling:

Avoid formation of respirable particles.

Use personal protective equipment.

Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited in the ap-plication area.

Advice on protection against fire and explosion:

Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.

Hygiene measures:

General industrial hygiene practice.

Requirements for storage areas and containers:

Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Electrical installations / work-ing materials must comply with the technological safety standards.

Advice on common storage:

No materials to be especially mentioned.

Storage class (TRGS 510):

11, Combustible Solids

Further information on stor-age stability:

No decomposition if stored and applied as directed.

Specific use(s):

Dispersive use

This substance is handled under Strictly Controlled Conditions in accordance with REACH regulation Article 17(3) for on-site isolated intermediates and, in case the substance is transported to other sites for further processing, the substance should be handled at these sites under the Strictly Controlled Conditions as specified in REACH regulation Article 18(4). Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management system is available at each manufacturing site.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

Not regulated as a dangerous good

Shipping

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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:

Not regulated as a dangerous good

Shipping

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

Not regulated as a dangerous good

Shipping

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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

Not regulated as a dangerous good

Shipping

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Eye protection:

Safety glasses

Hand protection

Remarks:

As the product is a mixture of several substances, the dura-bility of the glove materials cannot be calculated in advance and has to be tested before use.

Skin and body protection:

Work uniform or laboratory coat.

Respiratory protection:

Effective dust mask

This substance is handled under Strictly Controlled Conditions in accordance with REACH regulation Article 17(3) for on-site isolated intermediates and, in case the substance is transported to other sites for further processing, the substance should be handled at these sites under the Strictly Controlled Conditions as specified in REACH regulation Article 18(4). Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management system is available at each manufacturing site.

Stability and reactivity

Hazardous reactions:       

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Dust may form explosive mixture in air.

Disposal considerations

Product:

The product should not be allowed to enter drains, water courses or the soil.

Send to a licensed waste management company.

Contaminated packaging:

Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or disposal.