2,2'-methylenebis(6-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenol)

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

If inhaled:

Fresh air. Seek medical attention if necessary. In case of irritation of the respiratory system or mucous membranes, seek medical attention.

On skin contact:

Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Under no circumstances should organic solvent be used. If irritation develops, seek medical attention. Consult a doctor if skin irritation persists.

On contact with eyes:

Wash affected eyes for at least 10 minutes under running water with eyelids held open. If symptoms persist, seek medical advice.

On ingestion:

Rinse mouth and drink plenty of water and seek medical attention.

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media:

carbon dioxide, water spray, foam, dry powder

Unsuitable extinguishing media for safety reasons:

water jet

Exposure hazards:

Do not release chemically contaminated water into drains, soil or surface water. Sufficient measures must be taken to retain the water used for extinguishing. Dispose of contaminated water and soil according to local regulations.

Special protective equipment:

Full-body protective clothing. Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions:

Avoid breathing vapours. Do not breathe dust. Sources of ignition should be kept well clear. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing.

Environmental precautions:

Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater.

Methods for cleaning up or taking up:

Take up mechanically and collect in suitable container (adequately labelled) for disposal. Collect waste in suitable containers, which can be labeled and sealed. Clean up with inert, absorbent materials (sand, silica gel, acid binder, univeral binder, sawdust).

Handling and storage

Handling

Handle and open container with care. Avoid dust formation. Avoid all sources of ignition: heat, sparks, open flame.  Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene

practice. When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Provide good ventilation of working area (local exhaust ventilation if necessary). Close containers immediately after use.

Storage

Keep away from food and beverages. Keep only in the original container. Keep container tightly closed and in a cool place with adequate ventilation. Avoid vapour formation and ignition source. Do not eat, drink or smoke at the working place.

Temperature Tolerance:

Protect from temperatures below 0 ° C

Protect from temperatures above 40 ° C

Transport information

Shipping

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Shipping

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Additional transport information

Additional information

Special provisions / remarks / other:

Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations.

Exposure controls / personal protection

Technical measures / precautions:

Exposure limit (s) must be monitored with appropriate analytical equipment.

Respiratory protection:

Respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.

Hand protection:

Gloves

Eye protection:

Safety glasses with side shields.

Skin and body protection:

Working clothes, closed footwear

General protective and hygiene measures:

none

Stability and reactivity

Decomposition temperature:

> 200°C

Conditions to avoid:

No conditions are known to be avoided.

Substances to avoid:

strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizing agents

Disposal considerations

Waste from residues/ unused products:

Must be dumped or incinerated in accordance with local regulations.

Uncleaned packaging:

Used packaging should be emptied optimal and dispose like the subatance itself.

Dispose of in accordance with national, state and local regulations.

Clean packaging sould be supplied to a waste management system (recycling, reuse) according to the local regulations.