Benzene, mono-C11-13-branched alkyl derivs.

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

Description of first aid measures

· General information:

Where there is a potential for exposure: restrict access to authorised persons; provide specific activity training to operators to minimize exposures.

Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product.

Discard contaminated clothing before reuse.

Discard items which cannot be decontaminated, including leather articles such as shoes, belts and watchbands.

Show this Safety Data Sheet to the doctor in attendance.

· After inhalation:

Supply fresh air.

Consult a doctor if irritation occurs or if latter discomfort, coughing or any symptom appears.

· After skin contact:

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.

In the event of any complaints or symptoms, avoid further exposure.

· After eye contact:

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water

If eye irritation persists, consult a physician.

· After swallowing:

Do not induce vomiting; call for medical help immediately.

Rinse mouth with water

Danger of aspiration.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed No further relevant information available

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

· Suitable extinguishing agents:

Use fire extinguishing methods suitable to surrounding conditions.

Water spray, dry powder, carbon dioxide (CO2), foam.

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Formation of toxic gases is possible during heating or in case of fire.

Contain the extinguishing fluids by bunding (the product is hazardous for the environment).

· Advice for firefighters

· Protective equipment:

Wear full protective clothing, including helmet, self-contained positive pressure or pressure demand breathing apparatus,

protective clothing and face mask.

· Additional information

Cool endangered receptacles with water spray.

Collect contaminated fire fighting water separately. It must not enter the sewage system.

Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water courses.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

A written procedure has to be available in site to manage accidental releases of this substance.

Control techologies have to be in place to minimise emissions in case of accidental release of the substance.

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Remove persons from danger area

Keep away from ignition sources.

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothes.

Make sure only trained personnel are allowed to carry out the cleaning work.

·Environmental precautions:

Contain the spilled material by bunding (product is hazardous for the environment).

Prevent spillage from entering drains, sewer, basement or confined areas.

Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.

Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:

Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).

Wash non-recoverable material reminder with large amounts of water and collect any cleaning, for proper reclamation or

disposal. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment during cleanup activities.

Dispose contaminated material as hazardous waste

Handling and storage

Handling:

Work personnel must be properly trained regarding the danger and safe usage of the substance.

The substance must be handled under strictly controlled conditions according to Article 18 of REACH Regulation: substance is only handled and chemically converted when tightly enclosed within a processing system.

Handle with care. Avoid jolting, friction and impact.

Handle receptacle with care.

Avoid all sources of ignition.

Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Avoid contact with clothing.

Avoid release to the environment.

· Information about fire - and explosion protection: Keep respiratory protective device available.

· Storage:

· Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles:

Store in the original, tightly closed, container.

Keep container tightly closed and properly labelled.

Store in a well ventilated place, keep far away from sources of heat, bright flames and sparks and other sources of ignition.

Storage facilities should be designed with adequate measures of contention to prevent pollution of soil and water in case of leaks or spills.

· Information about storage in common storage facility:

Store away from oxidising agents.

Store and transport in containers in a manner that prevents the potential for spillage or container damage. Keep container tightly closed and labelled in a dry place.

· Further information about storage conditions: Keep container tightly sealed.

Transport information

Shipping

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Exposure controls

The substance has to be rigorously contained by technical means during its whole lifecycle.

· General protective and hygienic measures:

An advanced Occupational Health and Safety Management System is required for CMR substances.

Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.

Store protective clothing separately.

· Respiratory protection: Not required

· Protection of hands: Use of chemically resistant gloves conforming to EN374 with specific activity training is mandatory for all exposure scenarios. Solvent resistant gloves. Oil resistant gloves

· Body protection: Impervious protective clothing

· Boots: antistatic. according to EN 345-347

· Apron antistatic.

· Limitation and supervision of exposure into the environment

Substance handled under strictly controlled conditions.

Disposal considerations

The substance has to be rigorously contained by technical means during its whole lifecycle. Waste to be incinerated.