Registration Dossier
Registration Dossier
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EC number: 310-079-6 | CAS number: 102242-48-8 The complex residue resulting from the vacuum distillation of C6-24 and C6-24 unsatd. fatty alcohols which is derived from hydrogenation of C6-24 and C6-24 unsatd. fatty acids methyl esters. It consists predominantly of satd. and unsatd. fatty alcohols having carbon numbers greater than C18, dimerization products, and long chain esters having carbon numbers greater than C32 and boils at > 250°C (482°F) at 10 torr.
Guidance on Safe Use
Administrative data
First-aid measures
Description of first aid measures
If adverse health effects develop seek medical attention.
If inhaled:
not relevant.
On skin contact:
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
On contact with eyes:
In case of contact with the eyes, rinse immediately for at least 15 minutes with plenty of water. Seek medical attention if necessary.
On ingestion:
Rinse mouth and then drink 200-300 ml of water.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms: No significant acute symptoms are expected.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treatment: Treat symptomatically.
Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media:
water spray, carbon dioxide, dry powder, foam
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
harmful vapours
Evolution of fumes/fog. The substances/groups of substances mentioned can be released in case of fire.
Advice for fire-fighters
Special protective equipment:
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.
Further information:
Dispose of fire debris and contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with official regulations.
Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective clothing including frame goggles and suitable gloves
Avoid contact with skin and eyes!
Environmental precautions
Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
For small amounts: Pick up with suitable absorbent material.
For large amounts: Dike spillage. Pump off product.
Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations.
Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Protection against fire and explosion:
Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Avoid all sources of ignition: heat, sparks, open flame.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Suitable materials for containers: High density polyethylene (HDPE)
Further information on storage conditions: Below the temperature limit 30 - 60 °C, the product is no longer pumpable. Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place.
Specific end use(s)
For the relevant identified use(s) listed in Section 1 the advice mentioned in this section 7 is to be observed.
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Exposure controls / personal protection
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection:
Not needed.
Hand protection:
Chemical resistant protective gloves (EN 374)
Consider the risk management measures as outlined in the exposure scenario.
Eye protection:
Safety glasses with side-shields (frame goggles) (e.g. EN 166)
General safety and hygiene measures
Avoid skin and eye contact.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. No eating, drinking, smoking or tobacco use at the place of work.
Stability and reactivity
Reactivity
No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.
Chemical stability
The product is stable if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No hazardous reactions when stored and handled according to instructions.
Conditions to avoid
See MSDS section 7 - Handling and storage.
Incompatible materials
Substances to avoid:
No substances known that should be avoided.
Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products:
No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.
Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods
Must be disposed of or incinerated in accordance with local regulations.
Contaminated packaging:
Uncontaminated packaging can be re-used.
Packs that cannot be cleaned should be disposed of in the same manner as the contents
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