2-{[2,2,4-trifluoro-5-(trifluoromethoxy)-1,3-dioxolan-4-yl]oxy}ethanol

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

In case of inhalation

- Move to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of fumes from overheating or combustion.

- Oxygen or artificial respiration if needed.

In case of skin contact

- Wash off with soap and water.

In case of eye contact

- Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.

- If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.

In case of ingestion

- If accidentally swallowed obtain immediate medical attention.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

In case of inhalation

Effects

- No known effect.

In case of skin contact

Effects

- May cause skin irritation.

- Redness

In case of eye contact

Effects

- Contact with eyes may cause irritation.

- Redness

In case of ingestion

Symptoms

- Nausea

- Vomiting

- Abdominal pain

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Notes to physician

- None

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

- Water

- powder

- Foam

- Dry chemical

- Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Unsuitable extinguishing media

- None

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

- The product is not flammable.

- Not explosive

- In case of fire hazardous decomposition products may be produced such as: Gaseous hydrogen fluoride (HF),

Fluorophosgene

Advice for firefighters

Special protective equipment for firefighters

- Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

- When intervention in close proximity wear acid resistant over suit.

Further information

- Evacuate personnel to safe areas.

- Approach from upwind.

- Protect intervention team with a water spray as they approach the fire.

- Keep containers and surroundings cool with water spray.

- Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Advice for non-emergency personnel

- Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

Advice for emergency responders

- Ensure adequate ventilation.

- Sweep up to prevent slipping hazard.

- Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.

- Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8.

Environmental precautions

- Should not be released into the environment.

- Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

- Soak up with inert absorbent material.

- Suitable material for picking up.

- Dry sand

- Earth

- Shovel into suitable container for disposal.

Reference to other sections

- Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

- Ensure adequate ventilation.

- Use personal protective equipment.

- Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

- To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat.

- Take measures to prevent the build up of electrostatic charge.

- Clean and dry piping circuits and equipment before any operations.

- Ensure all equipment is electrically grounded before beginning transfer operations.

Hygiene measures

- Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

- When using do not eat, drink or smoke.

- Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

- Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Technical measures/Storage conditions

- Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

- Keep in properly labelled containers.

- Keep away from combustible material.

- Keep away from incompatible products

- Provide tight electrical equipment well protected against corrosion.

- Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8.

Packaging material

Suitable material

- Plastic material PP, PE, PVDF, PTFE, PFA.

- glass

- Steel drum

Specific end use(s)

- Contact your supplier for additional information

Transport information

Shipping

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Shipping

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Exposure controls:

- Provide local ventilation appropriate to the product decomposition risk.

- Refer to protective handling and storage measures listed above (see section "handling and storage").

- Apply technical measures to comply with the occupational exposure limits.

a.) Occupational exposure controls

Respiratory protection

- No personal respiratory protective equipment normally required.

- Wear self-contained breathing apparatus in confined spaces, in cases where the oxygen level is depleted, or in case of significant emissions.

- Use only respiratory protection that conforms to international/ national standards.

Hand protection

- Rubber or plastic gloves

- Latex gloves

- Take note of the information given by the producer concerning permeability and break through times, and of special workplace conditions (mechanical strain, duration of contact).

Eye protection

- Tightly fitting safety goggles

Skin and body protection

- Lab coat

Hygiene measures

- Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

- When using do not eat, drink or smoke.

- Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

- Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Environmental exposure controls

- Dispose of rinse water in accordance with local and national regulations.