Carbonic acid, ethyl methyl ester

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

General information

Remove contaminated soaked clothing immediately.

If you feel unwell, seek medical advice.

After inhalation

Move to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of vapours.

In the event of symptoms refer for medical treatment.

If patient is not breathing, apply artificial respiration.

After contact with skin

Wash off with soap and plenty of water.

Consult a doctor if skin irritation persists.

After contact with eyes

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.

Seek medical treatment by eye specialist.

After ingestion

Rinse out mouth and give plenty of water to drink.

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

Summon a doctor immediately.

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media

Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide (CO2), water-spray.

Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons

Full water jet

Special exposure hazards arising from substance or preparation itself, combustion products,

resulting gases

Fire may produce:

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

Additional information

Vapours are heavier than air and spread along ground.

The vapour/air mixture is explosive, even in empty, uncleaned receptacles.

Cool containers at risk with water spray jet.

Backfire at a long distance is possible.

Fire residues and contaminated firefighting water must be disposed of in accordance with the local

regulations.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions

In case of vapour formation use respirator.

Ensure adequate ventilation.

Remove persons to safety.

Use personal protective clothing.

Keep away sources of ignition.

Observe protective instructions (see Sections 7 and 8 of the Safety Data Sheet).

Environmental precautions

Do not discharge into the drains/surface waters/groundwater.

Methods for cleaning up/taking up

Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder).

Shovel into suitable container for disposal.

Handling and storage

Handling

Advice on safe handling

Keep container tightly closed.

Do not breathe vapours.

In case of free handling thoroughly sucking off vapours is necessary.

Use only in thoroughly ventilated areas.

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

Advice on protection against fire and explosion

Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.

Do not smoke.

Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

STORAGE

Requirements for storage rooms and vessels

Keep container tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.

Advice on storage compatibility

Incompatible with oxidizing agents.

Further information on storage conditions

Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.

Storageclass (VCI) 3 A

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

1993

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

flammable liquid n.o.s.

Chemical name:

ethyl methyl carbonate

Language:

English

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SpecialProvisions

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

UN number:

1993

Shipping

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

1993

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

flammable liquid n.o.s.

Chemical name:

Ethyl Methyl Carbonate

Labels:

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Remarks

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

1993

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

flammable liquid n.o.s.

Chemical name:

EthylMethyl Carbonate

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Occupational exposure controls

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.

Protective and hygiene measures

Do not inhale vapours.

Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

Respiratory protection

In case of insufficient ventilation wear suitable respiratory equipment (gas filter type A).

Hand protection

Impermeable gloves

Requirements can vary as a function of the use. Therefore it is necessary to adhere additionally to the

recommendations given by the manufacturer of protective gloves.

Eye protection

Safety goggles with side protection

Skin protection

Long sleeved clothing.

Stability and reactivity

Conditions to avoid

To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat.

Materials to avoid

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

Additional information

No decomposition if stored and applied as directed.

Disposal considerations

Advice on disposal

Can be incinerated, when in compliance with local regulations.

Where possible recycling is preferred to disposal.

Waste disposal number of waste from residues/unused products

070104 WASTES FROM ORGANIC CHEMICAL PROCESSES; wastes from the manufacture,

formulation, supply and use (MFSU) of basic organic chemicals; other organic solvents,

washing liquids and mother liquors

Classified as hazardous waste.

Contaminated packaging

Empty containers should be taken for local recycling, recovery or waste disposal.

Contaminated packaging should be emptied as far as possible and after appropriate cleansing may be

taken for reuse.

Packaging that cannot be cleaned should be disposed of like the product.