Registration Dossier
Registration Dossier
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EC number: 500-150-1 | CAS number: 61791-00-2 1 - 2.5 moles ethoxylated
Guidance on Safe Use
Administrative data
First-aid measures
If adverse health effects develop seek medical attention.
If inhaled:
not relevant.
On skin contact:
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
On contact with eyes:
In case of contact with the eyes, rinse immediately for at least 15 minutes with plenty of water. Seek medical attention if necessary.
On ingestion:
Rinse mouth immediately and then drink plenty of water, seek medical attention.
Treatment: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no known specific antidote.
Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media:
water spray, carbon dioxide, dry powder, foam
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:
harmful vapours
Evolution of fumes/fog. The substances/groups of substances mentioned can be released in case of fire.
Advice for fire-fighters:
Special protective equipment:
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.
Further information:
Dispose of fire debris and contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with official regulations.
Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
Use personal protective clothing.
Environmental precautions
Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
For small amounts: Pick up with suitable absorbent material.
For large amounts: Dike spillage. Pump off product.
Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations.
Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Protection against fire and explosion:
Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Avoid all sources of ignition: heat, sparks, open flame.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Suitable materials for containers: High density polyethylene (HDPE)
Further information on storage conditions: Keep container tightly closed and dry; store in a cool place.
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Exposure controls / personal protection
Personal protective equipment:
Respiratory protection: Respiratory protection not required.
Hand protection:
Suitable are protective gloves with the following specification. The recommendation is valid for laboratory conditions, specific workplace conditions must be
taken into consideration separately.
Suitable materials also with prolonged, direct contact (Recommended: Protective index 6, corresponding > 480 minutes of permeation time according to
EN 374):nitrile rubber (NBR) - 0.2 mm coating thickness
Eye protection:
Safety glasses with side-shields (frame goggles) (e.g. EN 166)
Body protection:
Body protection must be chosen depending on activity and possible exposure, e.g. apron, protecting boots, chemical-protection suit (according to EN 14605 in case of splashes or EN ISO 13982 in case of dust).
General safety and hygiene measures:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wearing of closed work clothing is required additionally to the stated personal
protection equipment. No eating, drinking, smoking or tobacco use at the place of work.
Stability and reactivity
Reactivity
No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.
Chemical stability
The product is stable if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.
Possibility of hazardous reactions:
Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.
Incompatible materials:
Substances to avoid: No substances known that should be avoided.
Hazardous decomposition products:
No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.
Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods
Must be disposed of or incinerated in accordance with local regulations.
Contaminated packaging:
Uncontaminated packaging can be re-used.
Packs that cannot be cleaned should be disposed of in the same manner as the contents.
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