Suberic acid

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

General informationRemove contaminated, saturated clothing immediately. If unconscious place in recovery position and seek medical advice. First aider: Pay attention to self-protection! Remove affected person from the danger area and lay down.Following inhalationRemove casualty to fresh air and keep warm and at rest. If breathing is irregular or stopped, administer artificial respiration. In case of inhaling spray mist, consult a physician.In case of skin contactAfter contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water and soap. In case of skin reactions, consult a physician.After eye contactIn case of contact with eyes flush immediately with plenty of flowing water for 10 to 15 minutes holding eyelids apart and consult an ophthalmologist.After ingestionIf accidentally swallowed rinse the mouth with plenty of water (only if the person is conscious) and obtain immediate medical attention. Do NOT induce vomiting. Observe risk of aspiration if vomiting occurs.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing mediaSuitable extinguishing mediaCarbon dioxide (CO2) , Foam , Water mist , Extinguishing powderSpecial hazards arising from the substance or mixtureIn case of fire may be liberated: Carbon dioxide (CO2) , Carbon monoxide.Advice for firefightersWear a self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical protective clothing. Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. Do not allow entering drains or surface water.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency proceduresFor non-emergency personnelRemove all sources of ignition. Provide adequate ventilation. Use personal protection equipment.For emergency respondersUse personal protection equipment.Environmental precautionsDo not allow to enter into surface water or drains. Do not allow to enter into soil/subsoil.Methods and material for containment and cleaning upFor containmentCover drains. Prevent spread over a wide area (e.g. by containment or oil barriers).For cleaning upTake up mechanically, placing in appropriate containers for disposal. Use appropriate respiratory protection. Wear personal protection equipment.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handlingAll work processes must always be designed so that the following is excluded: Inhalation of dust/particles, Skin contact, Eye contact . Provide adequate ventilation as well as local exhaustion at critical locations. Keep away from sources of ignition. - No smoking. Only wear fitting, comfortable and clean protective clothing. Wash hands and face before breaks and after work and take a shower if necessary. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. When using do not eat, drink, smoke, sniff. Immediately remove any contaminated clothing, shoes or stockings. In the immediate working surroundings there must be : Emergency shower installed . Provide eye shower and label its location conspicuously .Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilitiesKeep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Store in a place accessible by authorized persons only. Only use the material in places where open light, fire and other flammable sources can be kept away.Specific end use(s)The substance/product is registered with strictly controlled conditions as defined in Article 18(4) of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH Regulation)and must therefore be handled as such.

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Appropriate engineering controlsTechnical measures and the application of suitable work processes have priority over personal protection equipment.Eye/face protectiongogglesSkin protectionWhen handling with chemical substances, protective clothing with CE-labels including the four control digits must be worn. Required properties : flame-retardant , antistatic. Draw up and observe skin protection programme.Hand protectionTested protective gloves must be worn . The quality of the protective gloves resistant to chemicals must be chosen as a function of the specific working place concentration and quantity of hazardous substances. For special purposes, it is recommended to check the resistance to chemicals of the protective gloves mentioned above together with the supplier of these gloves.Respiratory protectionIf technical exhaust or ventilation measures are not possible or insufficient, respiratory protection must be worn. Suitable respiratory protection apparatus : Filtering Half-face mask (DIN EN 149)

Stability and reactivity

Chemical stabilityThe substance is chemically stable under recommended conditions of storage, use and temperature.Incompatible materialsAlkali (lye), concentrated. Oxidising agent, strong.

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methodsThe allocation of waste identity numbers/waste descriptions must be carried out according to the EEC, specific to the industry and process. Dispose of waste according to applicable legislation.Product/Packaging disposalAppropriate disposal / PackageNon-contaminated packages may be recycled. Contaminated packages must be completely emptied and can be re-used following proper cleaning. Handle contaminated packages in the same way as the substance itself.