n-BUTYL GLYCIDYL ETHER | ICSC: 0115 (October 2005) |
BGE 1-Butoxy-2,3-epoxypropane 2,3-Epoxypropyl butyl ether (Butoxymethyl)oxirane |
CAS #: 2426-08-6 |
UN #: 1993 |
EC Number: 219-376-4 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Flammable. Above 54°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Above 54°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment. | Use water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
AVOID ALL CONTACT! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Redness. Pain. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear 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 refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in covered containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases, strong acids and amines. Cool. Keep in the dark. | |
PACKAGING | |
n-BUTYL GLYCIDYL ETHER | ICSC: 0115 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
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Formula: C7H14O2 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 3 ppm as TWA; (skin); (SEN). MAK: skin absorption (H); sensitization of skin (SH); carcinogen category: 3; germ cell mutagen group: 2 |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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Explosive limits are unknown in literature, although the substance is combustible and has a flash point < 61°C. Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: Xn; R: 10-20/22-37-40-43-68-52/53; S: (2)-24/25-36/37-61 |
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