Nonylphenol, ethoxylated

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

Ingestion
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician.

Inhalation
IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used.

Skin
IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.

Eyes
First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

Fire-fighting measures

Fire Extinguishing Agents Not to Be Used: Water may be ineffective on fire.Fire Extinguishing Agents: Dry chemicals, foam, carbon dioxide

Accidental release measures

Small spills/leaks

Dampen the solid spill material with water, then transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with water to pick up any remaining material. Seal your contaminated clothing and the absorbent paper in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Wash all contaminated surfaces with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.

Handling and storage

storage: Keep tightly closed in a cool place in a tightly closed container.
handling:Containers of this material may be hazardous when emptied. Since emptied containers retain product residues (vapor, liquid, and/or solid), all hazard precautions given in the data sheet must be observed.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

3082

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s.

SpecialProvisions

Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:

3082

Shipping

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

Shipping

Marine pollutant

Remarks

Shipping

Remarks

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Exposure controls / personal protection

personal protection: Eye Protection Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Consult your safety representative. Wear resistant gloves such as: neoprene, To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.

Stability and reactivity

Stability
Stable.

Incompatibilities
Strong mineral acids, strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition
Oxides of carbon.

Disposal considerations

Waste disposal information:
Recommended disposal is by incineration in approved facilities.