1,3-Cyclohexanedimethanamine

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

EYE CONTACT:

Immediately flush with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower lids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately. If physician is not immediately available, continue flushing with water. Do not use chemical antidote.

SKIN CONTACT:

Immediately wash exposed area with soap and water for at least 15 minutes, then flush with water. If reddening persists, or if open sores or blisters develop, see a physician. Remove contaminated clothing and launder before re-use, using hot water and heavy-duty detergent.

INGESTION (swallowing):

If conscious, immediately give two large glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician.

INHALATION (breathing):

If affected, move to fresh air. If a burning sensation develops in throat or chest, or shortness of breath occurs, get immediate medical attention

Fire-fighting measures

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:

Dry chemical, water fog, and regular foam

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:

None known

FIRE-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT:

Keep personnel removed from and upwind. Wear full protective clothing and selfcontained breathing apparatus with full face-piece. Cool containers with water.

Water or foam may cause frothing which can be violent, especially if sprayed into containers of hot, burning liquid. Combustion/decomposition products may include amines and other nitrogen compounds as well as carbon monoxide and carbon

dioxide.              

Accidental release measures

ACTIONS TO TAKE IN CASE OF SPILL:

Persons not wearing protective equipment should be excluded from the area of the spill until clean up has been completed. Dike area of spill to prevent spreading and pump liquid to salvage tank. Absorb remaining liquid on vermiculite, floor absorbent or other absorbent material and shovel into containers.

This product is harmful in the aquatic environment. Keep run-off from entering sewers, rivers, streams, lakes and other bodies of water.

Handling and storage

HANDLING:

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Avoid inhalation of vapors. Wash thoroughly after handling, and before eating, chewing gum, smoking or using the

toilet.

STORAGE:

Keep in closed or covered containers when not in use. Store in cool dry place with adequate ventilation. Do not store near heat or open flames.

Transport information

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Exposure controls / personal protection

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:

A NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator with organic vapor cartridge is recommended, especially if product is heated or where there is insufficient ventilation.

SKIN PROTECTION:

Wear protective gloves such as Neoprene or BUNA-N.

EYE PROTECTION:

Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations and full face-shield are advised.

OTHER PROTECTION:

Impervious clothing and boots are recommended. Do not wear leather shoes or boots when handling this product. Leather shoes and boots can not be

decontaminated. Discard contaminated leather shoes and boots. Product can be absorbed into leather, seep through the leather, and cause burns to the feet.

ENGINEERING CONTROLS:

Provide sufficient ventilation to maintain exposure below level of overexposure.

Stability and reactivity

STABILITY (conditions to avoid):

Stable under normal conditions.

INCOMPATIBILITIES (materials to avoid):

Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents and strong mineral acids.

DECOMPOSITION:

Not available

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:

Not known to occur

Disposal considerations

Incineration is the recommended disposal method for all chemical wastes. Material collected on absorbent material may be deposited in a landfill in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations.

This product, if disposed of, may be considered a corrosive waste (D002) under current RCRA regulations due to the pH of the material.