2-ethylhexanoic acid, cerium salt

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

General advice : Move out of dangerous area.

Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

Do not leave the victim unattended.

If inhaled : If unconscious, place in recovery position and get medical

attention immediately.

In case of skin contact : If on clothes, remove clothes.

In case of eye contact : Remove contact lenses.

In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty

of water and seek medical advice.

Protect unharmed eye.

Keep eye wide open while rinsing.

If swallowed : Keep respiratory tract clear.

Do not give milk or alcoholic beverages.

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

If symptoms persist, call a physician.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms : Ingestion may provoke the following symptoms:

Stomach/intestinal disorders

In case of eye contact

Excessive lachrymation

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media : Water mist

Water spray jet

Foam

Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Dry chemical

Unsuitable extinguishing

media

: High volume water jet

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards during firefighting

: Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water

courses.

Hazardous combustion products

: Hazardous decomposition products due to incomplete combustion

Carbon oxides

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Special protective equipment

for firefighters

: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

Further information : Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This

must not be discharged into drains.

Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must

be disposed of in accordance with local regulations

Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions : Use personal protective equipment.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions : Prevent product from entering drains.

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

If the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform

respective authorities

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up : Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel,

acid binder, universal binder, sawdust).

6.4 Reference to other sections

For personal protection see section 8

Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Advice on safe handling : Do not breathe vapours/dust.

Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

For personal protection see section 8.

Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited in the application area.

Advice on protection against

fire and explosion

: Normal measures for preventive fire protection.

Hygiene measures : General industrial hygiene practice. Wash hands before

breaks and at the end of workday.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage

areas and containers

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

place. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Electrical installations / working materials must comply with the technological

safety standards. To maintain product quality, do not store in

heat or direct sunlight.

Further information on storage stability

: Keep in a dry place. No decomposition if stored and applied

as directed.

Transport information

Shipping

SpecialProvisions

Shipping

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

Shipping

Remarks

Shipping

Remarks

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Exposure controls / personal protection

8.1 Control parameters

none

8.2 Exposure controls

Engineering measures

Handle only in a place equipped with local exhaust (or other appropriate exhaust).

Personal protective equipment

Eye protection : Wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles.

Hand protection

Material : Nitrile rubber

Break through time : > 480 min

Glove thickness : 0,3 mm

Glove length : Long sleeve gloves

Skin and body protection : Footwear protecting against chemicals

Protective suit

Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous substances, and to the specific work-place.

Working clothes must not consist of textiles, which show a

dangerous melting behaviour in case of fire Respiratory protection : In the case of vapour formation use a respirator with an approved filter.

Recommended Filter type:

ABEK-filter

Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Stable at normal ambient temperature and pressure.

10.2 Chemical stability

No decomposition if stored and applied as directed.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Hazardous reactions : Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid : Take measures to prevent the build up of electrostatic charge.

Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Materials to avoid :

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

No decomposition if stored normally.

Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Product : Dispose of in accordance with the European Directives on

waste and hazardous waste.

According to the European Waste Catalogue, Waste Codes

are not product specific, but application specific.

Waste codes should be assigned by the user, preferably in

discussion with the waste disposal authorities.

The product should not be allowed to enter drains, water

courses or the soil.

Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with chemical or used container.

Send to a licensed waste management company.

Dispose of as hazardous waste in compliance with local and

national regulations.

Contaminated packaging : Empty remaining contents.

Dispose of contaminated packaging as if unused product.

Do not re-use empty containers.