Dodecyl acrylate

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

Description of first aid measures

Immediately remove contaminated clothing. If danger of loss of consciousness, place patient in

recovery position and transport accordingly. Apply artificial respiration if necessary. First aid personnel

should pay attention to their own safety.

If inhaled:

Keep patient calm, remove to fresh air, seek medical attention.

On skin contact:

Wash thoroughly with soap and water. If irritation develops , seek medical attention.

On contact with eyes:

Immediately wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open,

consult an eye specialist.

On ingestion:

Immediately rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water, do not induce vomiting, seek medical

attention.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms: The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see

section 2) and/or in section 11.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Treatment: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no known specific

antidote.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media:

carbon dioxide, dry powder, water spray, foam

Unsuitable extinguishing media for safety reasons:

water jet

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Risk of violent self-polymerization if overheated in a container. Cool endangered containers with water-spray.

Advice for fire-fighters

Special protective equipment:

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.

Further information:

In case of a fire in the vicinity a restabilization system should be used if the temperature in the storage container reaches 45°C. Evacuate area of all unnecessary personnel. In case of a fire in the vicinity evacuate all personnel in a greater area if the temperature in the storage container reaches 60°C.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Take appropriate protective measures.

Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective

clothing. Breathing protection required.

Environmental precautions

Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater. Contain contaminated water/firefighting

water. Do not discharge into the subsoil/soil.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

For small amounts: Pick up with suitable absorbent material. Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations.

For large amounts: Pump off product. Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations.

Clean contaminated floors and objects thoroughly with water and detergents, observing environmental

regulations. Subject contaminated water to waste water treatment.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. The substance/ product may be handled only by appropriately trained personnel.

Facility parts must be checked for polymer residues and cleaned on regular basis in order to avoid hazardous reactions.

Ensure thorough ventilation of stores and work areas. Encapsulation or exhaust ventilation required. When filling, transferring, or emptying of containers,

adequate local exhaust ventilation is necessary. Vent waste air to atmosphere only through suitable separators. Check the condition of seals and

connector screw threads. Do not open warm or swollen product containers. Remove persons to safety and alert fire brigade.

The temperatures which must be avoided are to be considered. Protect against heat. Protect from direct sunlight. Protect contents from the effects of light.

Ensure adequate inhibitor and dissolved oxygen level.

Protection against fire and explosion:

Substance/product can form explosive mixture with air. Ground all transfer equipment properly to prevent electrostatic discharge. Containers should be

grounded against electrostatic charge. It is recommended that all conductive parts of the machinery are grounded. Avoid all sources of ignition: heat, sparks,

open flame. Vapours may form explosive mixture with air. Ignitable mixtures can be formed in the emptied container.

Heated containers should be cooled to prevent polymerization. If exposed to fire, keep containers cool by spraying with water. Emergency cooling must be

provided for the eventuality of a fire in the vicinity. Sealed containers should be protected against heat as this results in pressure build-up. Avoid influence

of heat.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Further information on storage conditions:

Prior to storage ensure that the transfer equipment used and the intended storage containers do not contain other substances/products. Before transfer to

stock the identity of the product must be proved to be without doubt. The entrance to storage rooms is to be granted only to appropriately trained personnel.

The stabilizer is only effective in the presence of oxygen. Maintain contact with atmosphere containing 5 - 21% oxygen. Never use tanks with inert-gas

installation for storage.

Risk of polymerization. Protect against heat. Protect from direct sunlight. Avoid UV-light and other radiation with high energy.  

Protect against contamination. Protect contents from the effects of light. Maintain contact with atmosphere containing 5 - 21% oxygen.

All storage containers should be equipped with high temperature alert devices.

Even if the product is stored and handled as prescribed/indicated it should be used up within the indicated duration of storage.

Storage stability:

Storage temperature: 2 - 35 °C

Storage duration: 12 Months

The stated storage temperature should be noted.

Avoid prolonged storage.

Ensure adequate inhibitor and dissolved oxygen level.

It is recommended to keep a safe distance of +2 degrees above the crystallization range.

Do not store with less than 10 % headspace above liquid.

The product is stabilized, the shelf life should be noted.

Storage stability is based upon ambient temperatures and conditions described.

Transport information

Shipping

SpecialProvisions

Shipping

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

Shipping

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Shipping

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Exposure controls

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection:

Suitable respiratory protection for lower concentrations or short-term effect: Gas filter for gases/vapours of organic compounds (boiling point >65 °C, e. g. EN 14387 Type A)

Hand protection:

Suitable materials also with prolonged, direct contact (Recommended:  Protective index 6, corresponding > 480 minutes of permeation time according to EN 374):

nitrile rubber (NBR) - 0.4 mm coating thickness

Manufacturer's directions for use should be observed because of great diversity of types.

Supplementary note: The specifications are based on tests, literature data and information of glove manufacturers or are derived from similar substances by

analogy. Due to many conditions (e.g. temperature) it must be considered, that the practical usage of a chemical-protective glove in practice may be much

shorter than the permeation time determined through testing.

Eye protection:

Safety glasses with side-shields (frame goggles) (e.g. EN 166)

Body protection:

Body protection must be chosen depending on activity and possible exposure, e.g. apron, protecting boots, chemical-protection suit (according to EN 14605

in case of splashes or EN ISO 13982 in case of dust).

General safety and hygiene measures

Avoid contact with skin. Avoid inhalation of vapour. Wearing of closed work clothing is required additionally to the stated personal protection equipment.

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

Corrosion to metals: No corrosive effect on metal.

Formation of flammable gases:       

Remarks: Forms no flammable gases in the presence of water.

Chemical stability

The product is stable if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

Explosion and fire hazard exists under confined conditions. Ignitable air mixtures can form when the product is heated above the flash point and/or when

sprayed or atomized. Formation of explosive gas/air mixtures.

Risk of spontaneous and violent self-polymerization if inhibitor is lost or product is exposed to excessive heat. Risk of spontaneous polymerization when heated or in the presence of UV radiation. Polymerization coupled with heat formation. With unstabilised product, spontaneous polymerisation may occur e.g.

through ambient heat. Polymerization produces gases which may burst closed or confined containers. Reactions may cause ignition.

Risk of spontaneous polymerization by oxygen depletion of the liquid phase.

Reacts with peroxides and other radical components. Reacts with nitric acid. Risk of spontaneous polymerization in the presence of oxidizing agents.

Radical formation can cause exothermic polymerization. Risk of spontaneous polymerization in the presence of starters for radical chain reactions (e.g.

peroxides). Polymerizes explosively in contact with strong oxidizing agents. Reacts with reducing agents.

Hazardous reactions in presence of mentioned substances to avoid.

The product is stabilized against spontaneous polymerization prior to despatch. The product is stable if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

Conditions to avoid

Avoid heat. Avoid oxygen content above the product of less than 5 %. Avoid UV-light and other radiation with high energy. Avoid direct sunlight.

Avoid prolonged storage. Avoid inhibitor loss. Avoid excessive temperatures.

Incompatible materials

Substances to avoid:

radical formers, free radical initiators, peroxides, mercaptans, nitro-compounds, perborates, azides, ether, ketones, aldehydes, amines, nitrates, nitrites,

oxidizing agents, reducing agents, strong bases, acid anhydrides, acid chlorides, concentrated mineral acids, metal salts, Inert gas

Hazardous decomposition products:

No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods:

Must be sent to a suitable incineration plant, observing local regulations.

Contaminated packaging:

Uncleaned empties should be disposed of in the same manner as the contents.