Heptanoic acid, ester with 2-ethyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol pentanoate

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

Description of first aid measures

If inhaled : If inhaled

Move to fresh air.

If not breathing, give artificial respiration.

If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

In case of bluish discoloration (lips, ear lobes, fingernails),

give oxygen as quickly as possible.

If symptoms persist, call a physician.

In case of skin contact : In case of skin contact

Wash off with soap and water.

Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.

Wash contaminated clothing before re-use.

Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.

In case of eye contact : In case of eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water, also under the eyelids.

If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.

If swallowed : If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting.

Consult a physician if necessary.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms : No information available.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Treatment : No information available.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media : Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Dry powder

Foam

Alcohol-resistant foam

Water mist

Unsuitable extinguishing

media

: Water

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards during fire

fighting

: Burning produces noxious and toxic fumes.

Advice for firefighters

Special protective equipment

for fire-fighters

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

Use personal protective equipment.

Further information : In the event of fire, cool tanks with water spray.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions : Use personal protective equipment.

Ensure adequate ventilation.

Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions : Should not be released into the environment.

Do not contaminate water.

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up : Contain spillage, soak up with non-combustible absorbent

material, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite)

and transfer to a container for disposal according to local /

national regulations

Reference to other sections

Forms slippery/greasy layers with water.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Advice on safe handling : Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety

practice.

Keep container closed when not in use.

Do not use pressure to empty drums.

Ensure all equipment is electrically grounded before beginning

transfer operations.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage

areas and containers

: Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated

place.

Other data : Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Specific end uses

Specific use(s) : Raw material for industry

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

Not dangerous goods

Shipping

Labels:

Not dangerous goods

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

UN number:

Not dangerous goods

Shipping

Labels:

Not dangerous goods

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

Not dangerous goods

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Not dangerous goods

Chemical name:

Not dangerous goods

Labels:

Not dangerous goods

Remarks

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

Not dangerous goods

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Not dangerous goods

Chemical name:

Not dangerous goods

Labels:

Not dangerous goods

Remarks

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Control parameters

Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.

Exposure controls

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection : Breathing apparatus needed only when aerosol or mist is

formed.

In the case of vapour formation use a respirator with an

approved filter.

Hand protection : Neoprene gloves

Eye protection : Safety glasses with side-shields

Tightly fitting safety goggles

Skin and body protection : impervious clothing

Hygiene measures : Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

Provide adequate ventilation.

Do not breathe dust or spray mist.

Environmental exposure controls

General advice : Should not be released into the environment.

Do not contaminate water.

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.

Chemical stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

Hazardous reactions : Hazardous polymerisation does not occur.

Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid : Heat.

Incompatible materials

Materials to avoid : Strong acids and strong bases

Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products: Carbon oxides

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods

Product : In accordance with local and national regulations.

: Dispose of in accordance with the European Directives on

waste and hazardous waste.

Dispose of wastes in an approved waste disposal facility.

Contaminated packaging : Do not burn, or use a cutting torch on, the empty drum.