DIMETHYL ETHER | ICSC: 0454 (August 2002) |
Methyl ether Oxybismethane Wood ether Methoxymethane |
CAS #: 115-10-6 |
UN #: 1033 |
EC Number: 204-065-8 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Extremely flammable. Gas/air mixtures are explosive. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. NO contact with hot surfaces. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. | 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. In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Confusion. Drowsiness. Unconsciousness. | Use 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. | 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. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Remove all ignition sources. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Cool. | |
PACKAGING | |
DIMETHYL ETHER | ICSC: 0454 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C2H6O / CH3OCH3 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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EU-OEL: 1920 mg/m3, 1000 ppm as TWA. MAK: 1900 mg/m3, 1000 ppm; peak limitation category: II(8); pregnancy risk group: D |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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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. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: F+; R: 12; S: (2)-9-16-33 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations