2-methylpropyl-(R)-2-hydroxypropanoate

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

General advice: Immediately remove contaminated clothing.
If inhaled: If difficulties occur after vapour/aerosol has been inhaled, remove to fresh air and seek medical attention.
On skin contact: Wash off thoroughly with ample water.
On contact with eyes: Immediately wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open, consult an eye specialist. On ingestion: Immediately rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water, do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention.
Note to physician: Treatment: Symptomatic treatment (decontamination, vital functions).

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media: carbon dioxide, water spray, dry extinguishing media, foam
Unsuitable extinguishing media for safety reasons: water jet
Specific hazards: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide The substances/groups of substances mentioned can be released in case of fire.
Special protective equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical-protective clothing.
Further information: In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.
Keep containers cool by spraying with water if exposed to fire.
Collect separately contaminated extinguishing water, do not allow to reach sewage or effluent systems. Dispose of fire debris and contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with official regulations.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions: Use personal protective clothing. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Remove contaminated clothes, undergarments and shoes immediately.
Environmental precautions: Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater. Do not discharge into the subsoil/soil.
Methods for cleaning up or taking up: Pump off large amounts. Pick up residues with suitable absorbent materials. Dispose of contaminated material as prescribed.

Handling and storage

Handling Ensure thorough ventilation of stores and work areas. Refill and handle product only in closed system.
Protection against fire and explosion: The product is combustible. Prevent electrostatic charge - sources of ignition should be kept well clear - fire extinguishers should be kept handy. Vapours may form ignitable mixture with air.
Storage Segregate from foods and animal feeds.
Further information on storage conditions: Keep container dry. Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place.
Storage stability: Storage duration: 24 Months Keep container tightly closed and dry.

Transport information

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Personal protective equipment Hand protection: Chemical resistant protective gloves (EN 374) Eye protection: Safety glasses with side-shields (frame goggles) (EN 166) Body protection: safety shoes (according to DIN-EN 346)
General safety and hygiene measures: Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Hands and/or face should be washed before breaks and at the end of the shift. No eating, drinking, smoking or snuff-taking at the place of work.

Stability and reactivity

Thermal decomposition: No decomposition if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.
Substances to avoid: oxidizing agent
Hazardous reactions: No hazardous reactions known.
Hazardous decomposition products: No hazardous decomposition products known.

Disposal considerations

Must be dumped or incinerated in accordance with local regulations. Contaminated packaging: Packs that cannot be cleaned should be disposed of in the same manner as the contents.