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EC number: 266-012-5 | CAS number: 65996-78-3 The volatile organic liquid extracted from the gas evolved in the high temperature (greater than 700°C (1292°F)) destructive distillation of coal. Composed primarily of benzene, toluene, and xylenes. May contain other minor hydrocarbon constituents.
Guidance on Safe Use
Administrative data
First-aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
*General information
Personal protection for the First Aider.
Instantly remove any clothing soiled by the product.
Remove breathing apparatus only after soiled clothing has been completely removed.
In case of irregular breathing or respiratory arrest provide artificial respiration.
*After inhalation
Supply fresh air or oxygen; call for doctor.
In case of unconsciousness bring patient into stable side position for transport.
*After skin contact
Instantly wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Seek medical treatment.
*After eye contact
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult doctor.
*After swallowing
Rinse out mouth and then drink plenty of water.
Do not induce vomiting; instantly call for medical help.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed No further relevant information available.
*Information for doctor
Therapeutically measures: basic help, decontamination, symptomatic treatment.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No further relevant information available.
Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
*Suitable extinguishing agents
CO2, extinguishing powder or water jet. Fight larger fire with foam.
*For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents
Water with a full water jet.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
*Can be released in case of fire
Carbon monoxide (CO)
Hydrocarbons
5.3 Advice for firefighters
*Protective equipment:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Do not inhale explosion gases or combustion gases.
*Additional information
Cool endangered containers with water spray jet.
Dispose of fire debris and contaminated fire fighting water in accordance with official regulations.
Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Use breathing protection against the effects of fumes / aerosol.
6.2 Environmental precautions:
Prevent material from reaching sewage system, holes and cellars.
Inform respective authorities in case product reaches water or sewage system.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders).
Send for recovery or disposal in suitable containers.
Dispose of contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
6.4 Reference to other sections
See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.
Handling and storage
This substance is handled under Strictly Controlled Conditions in accordance with REACH regulation Article 18(4) for transported isolated intermediates. Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management systems is available at each Manufacturing site.
Written confirmation of application of Strictly Controlled Conditions has been received from every affected Distributor or Manufacturer / Downstream User of the Registrant’s intermediate.
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace.
Open and handle container with care.
Prevent formation of aerosols.
Precautions against electrostatic charging.
*Information about protection against explosions and fires:
Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.
Protect against electrostatic charges.
Keep breathing equipment ready.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage
*Requirements to be met by storerooms and containers:
Storehouses and workplaces must be sufficiently ventilated.
Store in cool location.
Provide floor trough without outlet.
*Information about storage in one common storage facility:
Store away from oxidizing agents.
*Further information about storage conditions:
strictly controlled conditions
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No further relevant information available.
Transport information
Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)
- UN number:
- 3295
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- 3295 HYDROCARBONS, LIQUID, N.O.S., special provision 640D (BENZENE), ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
- Chemical name:
- -
- Language:
- English
- Labels:
- 3
Special marking: Symbol (fish and tree)
Special provisions / remarks
- Special provisions:
- Excepted quantities (EQ): E2
Limited quantities (LQ): 1L
Tunnel restriction code: D/E
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Exposure controls / personal protection
This substance is handled under Strictly Controlled Conditions in accordance with REACH regulation Article 18(4) for transported isolated intermediates. Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management systems is available at each Manufacturing site.
Written confirmation of application of Strictly Controlled Conditions has been received from every affected Distributor or Manufacturer / Downstream User of the Registrant’s intermediate.
Additional information about design of technical systems: No further data; see item 7.
8.1 Control parameters
*Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
108-88-3 toluene
WEL Short-term value: 384 mg/m³, 100 ppm
Long-term value: 191 mg/m³, 50 ppm
Sk
1330-20-7 xylene, mixed isomers
WEL Short-term value: 441 mg/m³, 100 ppm
Long-term value: 220 mg/m³, 50 ppm
Sk; BMGV
71-43-2 benzene
WEL Long-term value: 1 ppm
Carc; Sk
8.2 Exposure controls
*Personal protective equipment
*General protective and hygienic measures
The usual precautionary measures should be adhered to general rules for handling chemicals.
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and food.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing
Wash hands during breaks and at the end of the work.
Store protective clothing separately.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
*Breathing equipment:
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use breathing filter apparatus. In case of intensive or longer exposure use
breathing apparatus that is independent of circulating air.
Short term filter device:
Filter A/P2.
*Protection of hands:
Only use chemical-protective gloves with CE-labelling of category III (EN 374).
*Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies
from manufacturer to manufacturer.
Fluorocarbon rubber (Viton)
*Penetration time of glove material
The exact break trough time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be observed.
*Eye protection:
Tightly sealed safety glasses.
*Body protection:
Protective work clothing.
Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
10.2 Chemical stability
Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: No decomposition if used according to specifications.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Can form explosive mixtures in air if heated above flash point and/or when sprayed or atomised
10.4 Conditions to avoid
No further relevant information available.
10.5 Incompatible materials
No further relevant information available.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products:
No dangerous decomposition products known
Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
*Recommendation
Remove according to local authority recommendations, e.g. convey to a suitable incinerator.
*European waste catalogue
The waste code classification is to be carried out according to the European Waste Catalogue (EWC) specifically for each
branch of industry and each type of process.
*Uncleaned packagings:
Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
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