NITROETHANE
ICSC: 0817 |
C2H5NO2 / CH3CH2NO2 Molecular mass: 75.1 ICSC # 0817 | CAS # 79-24-3 RTECS # KI5600000 UN # 2842 EC # 609-035-00-1 November 23, 1998 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. NO contact with base(s), combustibles and oxidants. | Powder , foam , carbon dioxide |
EXPLOSION | Above 28°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | Above 28°C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment. | In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position. |
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INHALATION | Headache. Cough. Dizziness. Shortness of breath. Convulsions. Unconsciousness. Weakness. (See Ingestion). | Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | Redness. (See Inhalation). | Protective gloves. | First rinse with plenty of water, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
EYES | Redness. | Safety goggles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
INGESTION | Abdominal pain. Blue lips or fingernails. Blue skin. Sore throat. (Further see Inhalation). | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Ventilation. Remove all ignition sources. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. | Fireproof. Separated from combustible and reducing substances, strong oxidants. | Xn symbol R: 10-20/22 S: 2-9-25-41 UN Hazard Class: 3 UN Packing Group: III | ||
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NITROETHANE | ICSC: 0817 |
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In case of fire, intact vessels only to be approached after complete cool down. Will turn shock-sensitive if contaminated with amines, heavy metals, bases, acids. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.
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