DIMETHYL ETHER
ICSC: 0454 |
Methyl ether Oxybismethane Wood ether Methoxymethane C2H6O / CH3OCH3 Molecular mass: 46.08 (cylinder) ICSC # 0454 | CAS # 115-10-6 RTECS # PM4780000 UN # 1033 EC # 603-019-00-8 August 10, 2002 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Extremely flammable. | NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. NO contact with hot surfaces. | Shut off supply; if not possible and no risk to surroundings, let the fire burn itself out; in other cases extinguish with dry powder, carbon dioxide. |
EXPLOSION | Gas/air mixtures are explosive. | Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. | In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position. |
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INHALATION | Cough. Sore throat. Confusion. Drowsiness. Unconsciousness. | Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE. | Cold-insulating gloves. | ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
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 | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Remove all ignition sources. (Extra personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours.) | Fireproof. Cool. | F+ symbol R: 12 S: 2-9-16-33 UN Hazard Class: 2.1 | ||
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Check oxygen content before entering area. High concentrations in the air cause a deficiency of oxygen with the risk of unconsciousness or death. Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found.
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