Ethyl methyl sulphide

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

General advice: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.

Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. In case of persistent problems : Consult a physician.

Skin contact: Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.

Eye contact: Wash immediately, abundantly and thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, consult an ophthalmologist.

Ingestion: In case of problems : Consult a doctor.

Protection of first-aiders: If entering a saturated atmosphere, wear a self contained breathing apparatus.

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media: Foam, Dry powder, Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Unsuitable extinguishing media: High volume water jet

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:

Flammable liquid. Vapours may form explosive mixture with air., Possible re-ignition of vapours from a distance

Hazards of overpressurization in containers exposed to heat : explosion risk.

Thermal decomposition giving flammable and toxic products :, Hydrogen sulphide, Sulphur oxides, Carbon oxides

Advice for firefighters:Specific methods:

Cool containers / tanks with water spray. Prohibit all sources of sparks and ignition - Do not smoke.

Special protective actions for fire-fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:

Evacuate non-essential staff and those not equipped with individual protection apparatus. Prohibit all sources of sparks and ignition - Do not smoke.

Avoid contact with skin and eyes and inhalation of vapours. Use personal protective equipment. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment

Environmental precautions:

Do not release into the environment. Do not let product enter drains. Dam up with sand or inert earth (do not use combustible materials).

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:

- Recovery: Pump into a labelled inert emergency tank. Absorb the remainder with an inert absorbent material. Rinse with water and recover it for further treatment

- Elimination: Destroy product by oxidation with dilute solutions of : Hydrogen peroxide sodium hypochlorite or Destroy the product by incineration (in accordance with local and national regulations).

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling: Technical measures/Precautions:

Storage and handling precautions applicable to products: Liquid. irritant Highly flammable With vapours explosive in air. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at machinery. Provide showers, eye-baths. Provide water supplies near the point of use. Provide self-contained breathing apparatus nearby. Well ventilate empty vats and tanks before entering.

Safe handling advice:

Keep well away from naked flames. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Prohibit all sources of sparks and ignition - Do not smoke. Only use safety equipment. Use product only in closed system. Do not use air for transfers. Open drum carefully as content may be under pressure.

Hygiene measures:

Avoid contact with the skin and the eyes. Avoid exposure to vapor. When using do not eat, drink or smoke.

Wash hands after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:

Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Store away from heat and ignition sources. Provide a catch-tank in a bunded area. Provide electrical earthing of equipment and electrical equipment usable in explosive atmospheres.

Incompatible products: Strong oxidizing agents

Packaging material:

- Recommended: Carbon steel, Steel in absence of moisture, Stainless steel, Joints : polyethylene, Rilsan ®

- To be avoided: Copper and copper alloys

Specific use(s) (End Use): None.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

1993

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Flammable liquids, n.o.s.(METHYL ETHYLSULPHIDE)

Chemical name:

METHYL ETHYLSULPHIDE)

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Shipping

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

1993

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Flammable liquids, n.o.s.(METHYL ETHYLSULPHIDE)

Chemical name:

METHYL ETHYLSULPHIDE

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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

1993

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Flammable liquids, n.o.s. (Methylethyl sulfide)

Chemical name:

(Methylethyl sulfide)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

CONTROL PARAMETERS:

Exposure Limit Values Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS:

General protective measures: Ensure sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work areas

Personal protective equipment:

Respiratory protection: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

Hand protection: Gloves nitrile rubber Glove thickness: 0,75 mm

Eye/face protection: Safety glasses

Skin and body protection: At the workplace : Combination with delayed penetration

Intervention at incident: anti-acid suit

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity & Chemical stability: The product is stable at ambient temperature

Conditions to avoid:

Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat.

Incompatible materials to avoid:

Reacts violently with : Strong oxidizing agents : hydrogen peroxide, nitric acid, hypochlorites.

Hazardous decomposition products:

Thermal decomposition giving flammable and toxic products : Hydrogen sulphide, Sulphur oxides, Carbon oxides

Disposal considerations

Disposal of product: Destroy product by oxidation with dilute solutions of : Hydrogen peroxide or sodium hypochlorite or

Destroy the product by incineration (in accordance with local and national regulations).