CARBON DISULFIDE
ICSC: 0022 |
Carbon disulphide Carbon bisulfide Carbon sulfide CS2 Molecular mass: 76.1 ICSC # 0022 | CAS # 75-15-0 RTECS # FF6650000 UN # 1131 EC # 006-003-00-3 April 10, 2000 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Highly flammable. Many reactions may cause fire or explosion. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. NO contact with hot surfaces. | Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide. |
EXPLOSION | Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. | Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding). Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. Do NOT expose to friction or shock. | In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
EXPOSURE | STRICT HYGIENE! AVOID EXPOSURE OF (PREGNANT) WOMEN! | IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |
INHALATION | Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Shortness of breath. Vomiting. Weakness. Irritability. Hallucination. | Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | MAY BE ABSORBED! Dry skin. Redness. (Further see Inhalation). | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | First rinse with plenty of water, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Refer for medical attention. |
EYES | Redness. Pain. | Safety goggles, face shield, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
INGESTION | (Further see Inhalation). | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Give nothing to drink. Refer for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Remove all ignition sources. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. | Fireproof. Separated from oxidants , food and feedstuffs . Cool. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. | Airtight. Unbreakable packaging; put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. F symbol T symbol R: 11-36/38-48/23-62-63 S: 1/2-16-33-36/37-45 UN Hazard Class: 3 UN Subsidiary Risks: 6.1 UN Packing Group: I | ||
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CARBON DISULFIDE | ICSC: 0022 |
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ENVIRONMENTAL | The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. | |||
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Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. Card has been partly updated in October 2004. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, EU classification, Emergency Response.
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