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EC number: 429-460-4 | CAS number: 7078-98-0
- Life Cycle description
- Uses advised against
- Endpoint summary
- Appearance / physical state / colour
- Melting point / freezing point
- Boiling point
- Density
- Particle size distribution (Granulometry)
- Vapour pressure
- Partition coefficient
- Water solubility
- Solubility in organic solvents / fat solubility
- Surface tension
- Flash point
- Auto flammability
- Flammability
- Explosiveness
- Oxidising properties
- Oxidation reduction potential
- Stability in organic solvents and identity of relevant degradation products
- Storage stability and reactivity towards container material
- Stability: thermal, sunlight, metals
- pH
- Dissociation constant
- Viscosity
- Additional physico-chemical information
- Additional physico-chemical properties of nanomaterials
- Nanomaterial agglomeration / aggregation
- Nanomaterial crystalline phase
- Nanomaterial crystallite and grain size
- Nanomaterial aspect ratio / shape
- Nanomaterial specific surface area
- Nanomaterial Zeta potential
- Nanomaterial surface chemistry
- Nanomaterial dustiness
- Nanomaterial porosity
- Nanomaterial pour density
- Nanomaterial photocatalytic activity
- Nanomaterial radical formation potential
- Nanomaterial catalytic activity
- Endpoint summary
- Stability
- Biodegradation
- Bioaccumulation
- Transport and distribution
- Environmental data
- Additional information on environmental fate and behaviour
- Ecotoxicological Summary
- Aquatic toxicity
- Endpoint summary
- Short-term toxicity to fish
- Long-term toxicity to fish
- Short-term toxicity to aquatic invertebrates
- Long-term toxicity to aquatic invertebrates
- Toxicity to aquatic algae and cyanobacteria
- Toxicity to aquatic plants other than algae
- Toxicity to microorganisms
- Endocrine disrupter testing in aquatic vertebrates – in vivo
- Toxicity to other aquatic organisms
- Sediment toxicity
- Terrestrial toxicity
- Biological effects monitoring
- Biotransformation and kinetics
- Additional ecotoxological information
- Toxicological Summary
- Toxicokinetics, metabolism and distribution
- Acute Toxicity
- Irritation / corrosion
- Sensitisation
- Repeated dose toxicity
- Genetic toxicity
- Carcinogenicity
- Toxicity to reproduction
- Specific investigations
- Exposure related observations in humans
- Toxic effects on livestock and pets
- Additional toxicological data
Guidance on Safe Use
Administrative data
First-aid measures
Exposure by inhalation: Remove to fresh air, treat symptomatically. If symptoms develop seek medical advice.
Exposure by skin contact: Get immediate medical attention. Immediately wash with plenty of soap and water. Contaminated leather articles such as shoes or belts must be discarded.
Exposure by eye contact: Immediately flush eye with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. Get medical attention.
Exposure by ingestion: Get medical attention. Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. If conscious, washout mouth and give water to drink.
Fire-fighting measures
The substance is not flammable.
Formulated preparations of the substance are flammable and may release vapors that form flammable mixtures at or above the flash point. Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Empty product containers may contain product residue. Do not pressurise, cut, heat, weld or expose containers to flame or other sources of ignition.
Fire conditions may evolve oxides of carbon (COx) and nitrogen (NOx).
Carbon dioxide, dry powder and other extinguishing agents suitable for Class B fires. For large fires, use water spray of fog, thoroughly drenching the burning material.
Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.
In case of fire, wear a full face positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.
Accidental release measures
Prevent material from entering sewers or waterways. If drains, streams, soil or sewers become contaminated, notify local authority. Spilled product may pose a risk to the aquatic ecosystem if released.
Restrict access to area as appropriate unitl clean-up operations are complete. Use appropriate personal protective equipment. Stop or reduce any leaks if it is safe to do so. Ventilate spill area if possible. Remove sources of ignition. Ensure clean-up is conducted by trained personnel only. Do not touch spilled material. Have emergency equipment (for fires, spills, leaks etc) readily available. Notify appropriate authorities.
Methods for clean up:
Small spills: Soak up spill with absorbent material. Place residues in a suitable, covered, properly labelled container. Wash affected area.
Large spills: Contain liquid using absorbent material, by digging trenches or by diking. Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums or tank truck for proper disposal. Clean contaminated surfaces with water or aqueous cleaning agents. Contact an approved waste hauler for disposal of contaminated recovered material. Dispose of material in compliance with local/national regulations.
Handling and storage
The substance should be stored, handled and used under conditions of good industrial hygiene and in conformity with any local regulations in order to minimise exposure.
The formulated product (40% QM-Ph in ethylbenzene) will be applied to the styrene purification process via a dedicated injection line. The process is essentially enclosed and during normal operation, personnel contact with the solution will be minimal.
Containers feeding the system will be stored in a bunded area.
The formulated preparations will be stored in suitable labeled containers. Store the containers tightly closed. Store away from heat and sources of ignition. Have appropriate fire extinguishers available in and near the storage area. Connections must be grounded to avoid elecctrical charges. Store separately from oxidisers.
Transport information
Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)
- UN number:
- The substance itself is not classified as dangerous goods for transport.
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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))
- UN number:
- The substance itself is not classified as dangerous goods for transport.
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)
- UN number:
- The substance itself is not classified as dangerous goods for transport.
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- The substance itself is not classified as dangerous goods for transport.
- Chemical name:
- The substance itself is not classified as dangerous goods for transport.
- Labels:
- The substance itself is not classified as dangerous goods for transport.
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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)
- UN number:
- The substance itself is not classified as dangerous goods for transport.
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- The substance itself is not classified as dangerous goods for transport.
- Chemical name:
- The substance itself is not classified as dangerous goods for transport.
- Labels:
- The substance itself is not classified as dangerous goods for transport.
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Additional transport information
Additional information
- Special provisions / remarks / other:
- The substance is not classified as dangerous goods for transport. However the formulated preparations in ethylbenzene are classified as
Land transport
UN – 1993
Class – 3
Pack group III
Proper Shipping Name Flammable Liquid NOS
Technical name Ethylbenzene
ADR / RID Hin 30
Classification code F1
Exposure controls / personal protection
The formulated product (40% QM-Ph in ethylbenzene) will be supplied in UN approved containers. The formulated product will be applied to the styrene purification process via a dedicated injection line. The process is essentially enclosed and during normal operation, personnel contact with the solution will be minimal. When exposure cannot be prevented or adequately controlled full personnel protective equipment, including cartridge filter mask (A), chemical splash goggles, chemical gauntlet gloves and chemical resistant suit and rubber boots will be worn at all times. The new substance is not anticipated to have a significant vapour pressure, but the ethylbenzene solvent does.
Stability and reactivity
Contact with strong oxidizers (e.g. chlorine, peroxides, chromates, nitirc acid, perchlorate, concentrated oxgen, permanganate) may generate heat, fires, explosions and/or toxic vapors.
Disposal considerations
The product is suitable for disposal in an approved landfill or by controlled incineration. The product is ashless and can be burned directly in appropriate equipment. Any chemical waste is a potential environmental pollutant is NOT suitable for disposal via ground, municipal sewers, drains, natural streams or rivers.
Empty drums should be taken for recycling, recovery, or disposal through a suitably qualified or licensed contractor.
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