2,2'-dimethyl-2,2'-azodipropiononitrile

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

Description of first aid measures

General advice : Remove from exposure, lie down. When symptoms persist or in

all cases of doubt seek medical advice.

Inhalation : Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. Call a physician

immediately. Remove from exposure, lie down.

Skin contact : Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. Take off

contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash

contaminated clothing before re-use.

Eye contact : Remove contact lenses. Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water,

also under the eyelids. Keep eye wide open while rinsing. Consult

a physician.

Ingestion : If victim is conscious: Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water. Induce

vomiting immediately and call a physician. Never give anything by

mouth to an unconscious person.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms : Irritation, Nausea, Headache, Tremors, Convulsions,

Lachrymation, Blurred vision

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

no data available

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media : Water, Water spray, Dry chemical, Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards during fire

fighting

: Dust may form explosive mixture in air., Fire or intense heat

may cause violent rupture of packages.

: Hazardous decomposition products, Highly toxic fumes

Advice for firefighters

Special protective equipment

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

Full protective flameproof clothing

Further information : Evacuate personnel to safe areas., Keep containers and

surroundings cool with water spray., Do not allow run-off from

fire fighting to enter drains or water courses., Fire residues

and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed

of in accordance with local regulations.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions : Wear personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Remove all

sources of ignition.

Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions : Prevent product from entering drains.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up : Shovel into suitable container for disposal. Avoid dust formation. After cleaning,

flush away traces with water.

Other information : Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Do not use sparking tools.

Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Advice on safe handling

: Avoid dust formation. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do

not smoke.

Advice on protection

against fire and explosion

: Avoid shock and friction. Take measures to prevent the build up of electrostatic

charge. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.

Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage

areas and containers

: Store in original container. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of

ignition - No smoking. Keep in a cool place away from oxidizing agents. Keep in

a cool place away from reducing agents.

Storage temperature: < 24 °C

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

3234

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Self-reactive solid type C, temperature controlled (2,2'-Azodi(isobutyronitrile))

Chemical name:

2,2'-dimethyl-2,2'-azodipropiononitrile

Language:

English

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Engineering measures : Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.

Provide local ventilation if processing is carried out at high temperatures.

Eye protection

: Safety glasses with side-shields

Hand protection : Material: Impervious gloves

Skin and body protection : Lightweight protective clothing

Hygiene measures : Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

Respiratory protection : When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use

appropriate certified respirators.

Stability and reactivity

Chemical stability : Decomposes on heating., pressure build-up

Possibility of hazardous

reactions

: Heating can release hazardous gases. pressure build-up

Conditions to avoid : Decomposes on heating. Heating can release hazardous gases.

Incompatible materials : Strong oxidizing agents Reducing agents

Hazardous decomposition

products: Hydrogen cyanide (hydrocyanic acid)

Nitrogen

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods

Product : Dispose of as special waste in compliance with local and national regulations.

Do not dispose of waste into sewer.

Contaminated packaging : If recycling is not practicable, dispose of in compliance with local regulations.