Registration Dossier
Registration Dossier
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EC number: 248-704-9 | CAS number: 27871-49-4
Guidance on Safe Use
Administrative data
First-aid measures
Description of first aid measures:
- First-aid measures general: Call a poison center or a doctor if you feel unwell. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
- First-aid measures after inhalation: Move to fresh air. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.
- First-aid measures after skin contact: Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water while removing all contaminated clothes and shoes. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.
- First-aid measures after eye contact: Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and continue flushing for at least 15 minutes. Consult a physician.
- First-aid measures after ingestion: Rinse mouth. Large amounts. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:
- Symptoms/effects after inhalation: May cause respiratory irritation.
- Symptoms/effects after eye contact: Serious damage to eyes.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
- Treat symptomatically.
Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing media:
- Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, Foam, Dry powder, Carbon dioxide (CO2).
- Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:
- Special Hazard: Thermal decomposition can lead to release of toxic and corrosive gases/vapours. Containers may explode when heated.
Advice for firefighters:
- Firefighting measures: Evacuate non-essential personnel. Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. Keep containers and surroundings cool with water spray. Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.
- Special protective equipment for fire-fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.
Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment, and emergency procedures:
- Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Do not touch or walk-through spilled material. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Avoid breathing vapours or mists. Use personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Environmental precautions:
- Should not be released into the environment. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
- Large amounts: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Dike to collect large spills. Cover with plastic sheet to prevent spreading. Use a non-combustible material like vermiculite, sand or earth to soak up the product and place into a container for later disposal. Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal. Following product recovery, flush area with water.
- Small amounts: Wipe up with absorbent material (e.g. cloth, fleece). After cleaning, flush away traces with water. Never return spills in original containers for re-use.
Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling:
- Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Do not smoke. Keep away from direct sunlight. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. All equipment used when handling the product must be grounded. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Do not breathe vapours or spray mist. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
- Store in accordance with local regulations. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Keep away from direct sunlight. Keep in an area equipped with sprinklers. Keep at temperatures below 58 °C / 136 °F. Protect from moisture, Water, Acids, Strong oxidising agents.
Transport information
Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)
- UN number:
- 3272
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- METHYL R-LACTATE
- Class or division:
- Class 3: Flammable liquids
- Packing group:
- Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
- Labels:
- 3
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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))
- UN number:
- 3272
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- METHYL R-LACTATE
- Class or division:
- Class 3: Flammable liquids
- Packing group:
- Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
Remarksopen allclose all
Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)
- UN number:
- 3272
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- METHYL R-LACTATE
- Class or division:
- Class 3: Flammable liquids
- Packing group:
- Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
Remarksopen allclose all
Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)
- UN number:
- 3272
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- METHYL R-LACTATE
- Class or division:
- Class 3: Flammable liquids
- Packing group:
- Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
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Exposure controls / personal protection
Exposure controls:
- Appropriate engineering controls: Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Keep at temperatures below 52 °C. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.
- Hand protection:
Type: Protective gloves
Material: Butyl rubber
Permeation: 6 (> 480 minutes)
Thickness (mm): 0.5
Standard: EN 374
- Eye protection:
Type: Safety glasses with side-shields
Standard: EN 166
- Skin and body protection:
Type: Wear flame-resistant, antistatic protective clothing. (Solvent-resistant)
- Respiratory protection:
In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. In case of mist, spray or aerosol exposure wear suitable personal respiratory protection and protective suit.
Filter type: Type A/P2, Brown
- Environmental exposure controls: the product should not be allowed to enter drains, water courses or the soil.
- Hygiene Measures:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Workers must be trained in the proper use and handling of this product as required under applicable regulations. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands immediately after handling the product. Wash contaminatedclothing before re-use.
Stability and reactivity
- Reactivity: none known.
- Chemical stability: Flammable; may be ignited by heat, sparks or flames.
- Possibility of hazardous reactions: no information available.
- Conditions to avoid: Heat, flames and sparks. Temperatures above 52 °C. To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat.
- Incompatible materials: Water, Acids, Air, Strong oxidising agents.
- Hazardous decomposition products: Carbon oxides. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of toxic and corrosive gases/vapours.
Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods:
- Waste from residues / unused products: Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
- Contaminated packaging: Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or disposal.
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