STYRENE
ICSC: 0073 |
Vinylbenzene Phenylethylene Ethenylbenzene C8H8 / C6H5CHCH2 Molecular mass: 104.2 ICSC # 0073 | CAS # 100-42-5 RTECS # WL3675000 UN # 2055 EC # 601-026-00-0 April 04, 2006 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. | Dry powder. Foam. Carbon dioxide. |
EXPLOSION | Above 31°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. See Notes. | Above 31°C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment. | In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
EXPOSURE | STRICT HYGIENE! | ||
INHALATION | Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Weakness. Unconsciousness. | Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | Redness. Pain. | Protective clothing. Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
EYES | Redness. Pain. | Safety goggles, 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 | Nausea. Vomiting. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give plenty of water to drink. Rest. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Remove all ignition sources. Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Collect leaking liquid in covered containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. | Fireproof. Separated from incompatible materials See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Keep in the dark. Store only if stabilized. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. | Airtight. Marine pollutant. Note: D Xn symbol R: 10-20-36/38 S: 2-23 UN Hazard Class: 3 UN Packing Group: III Signal: Danger Flame-Excl mark-Health haz Flammable liquid and vapour Harmful if inhaled vapour Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation Suspected of causing cancer Causes damage to central nervous system and liver through prolonged or repeated exposure Toxic to aquatic life | ||
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STYRENE | ICSC: 0073 |
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ENVIRONMENTAL | The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. It is strongly advised that this substance does not enter the environment. | |||
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Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated. Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found. Styrene monomer vapours are uninhibited and may form polymers in vents or flame arresters of storage tanks, resulting in blockage of vents. Do NOT take working clothes home.
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