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Guidance on Safe Use

Guidance on Safe Use

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First-aid measures

After inhalation:

Supply fresh air. If symptoms are experienced, get medical attention. In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.

After skin contact:

Immediately rinse with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse.

Get medical attention if irritation or skin rash occurs.

After eye contact:

Immediately rinse with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Hold eyelids apart and flush eyes with plenty of cool low-pressure water for 15 minutes. Consult an ophthalmologist.

After ingestion:

Do NOT induce vomiting. If person is conscious, rinse out mouth with water. Immediately call a doctor/physician.

Fire-fighting measures

Flammability of the product:

Flammable liquid.

Suitable extinguishing agents: CO2, foam, fire-extinguishing powder.

Hazardous thermal decomposition products: irritant and acrid fumes.

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters:

Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus.

Additional information: cool endangered receptacles with water spray.

Dispose of the debris and contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with official regulations.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions and protective equipment:

Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Provide adequate ventilaton.

Keep away from sources of ignition.

Environmental protection:

Do not allow product to reach soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (soil, waterways, drains or sewers).

Methods and materials for cleaning/collecting:

Small spills: Absorb spilled liquid with inert absorbent. Collect in an appropriate container properly labelled. Close it for disposal.

Large spills: Stop spill if it can be done without danger. Dike. Pump as much liquid as possible with an explosion-proof pump or a

hand pump. Absorb the remaining liquid with inert absorbent. Collect in an appropriate container properly labelled.

Close it for disposal. Use only non-sparking tools.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling:

Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Provide adequate ventilation in the workplace.

Information about fire - and explosion protection:

Keep ignition sources away. Protect from heat. Protect against electrostatic charges. Use only non-sparking tools.

Conditions for safe storage:

Store if possible under cover in a cool well-ventilated location. Keep container tightly sealed.

All equipments including ventilation systems must be equipotential and earthed.

Keep away from sources of ignition. Protect from heat and direct sunlight.

Recommended materials for storage: stainless steel, aluminium, containers with specific inner coating.

Certain plastics and elastomers may not be compatible with the product. Test or get manufacturers recommendation prior to use.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:
2368
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
alpha-PINENE
Chemical name:
(-)-alpha-pinene
Class or division:
Class 3: Flammable liquids
Packing group:
Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
Labels:
3
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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:
2368
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
alpha-PINENE
Chemical name:
(-)-alpha-pinene
Class or division:
Class 3: Flammable liquids
Packing group:
Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
Labels:
3
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:
2368
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
alpha-PINENE
Chemical name:
(-)-alpha-pinene
Class or division:
Class 3: Flammable liquids
Packing group:
Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
EmS code:
F-E
S-E
Labels:
3
Marine pollutant
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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:
2368
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
alpha-PINENE
Chemical name:
(-)-alpha-pinene
Class or division:
Class 3: Flammable liquids
Packing group:
Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
Labels:
3
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Exposure controls / personal protection

General protective and hygienic measures:

The usual precautionary measures are to be adhered to when handling chemicals. Emergency eye wash fountains

and safety showers should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure.

Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.

Avoid contact with eyes and skin.

Respiratory protection: Use suitable respiratory protective device in case of insufficient ventilation.

Hand protection: Protective gloves resistant to chemicals (standard EN 374-1). They should be replaced regularly and if there is any indication of degradation or chemical breakthrough.

Eye protection: Safety glasses (standard EN 166).

Body protection: Protective work clothing.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity: No data from specific reactivity tests are available for this product or this class of product.

Chemical stability: Product stable under storage and handling conditions according to specifications.

Possibility of hazardous reactions: Explodes on contact with nitrosyl perchlorate.

Conditions to avoid:Prolonged or excessive heat and/or exposure to air may cause non-hazardous decomposition and/or oxidation of the

substance. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

Incompatible materials: Strong acids and strong oxidising agents

Hazardous decomposition products No dangerous decomposition products known.

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods National and regional regulations have to be adhered to.

Recommendation: The product has to be disposed of in an authorised incinerator, according to regulation.

Uncleaned packaging:

Packaging has to be sent to an authorised waste treatment facility, for recycling or disposal.