STYRENE OXIDE | ICSC: 1201 (April 2006) |
(Epoxyethyl)benzene 1,2-Epoxyethylbenzene Styrene-7,8-oxide Phenylethylene oxide Phenyl oxirane Styrene epoxide Styryl oxide |
CAS #: 96-09-3 |
EC Number: 202-476-7 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Above 76°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | NO open flames. NO contact with acids or bases. Above 76°C use a closed system and ventilation. | Use powder, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. NO direct contact with water. |
AVOID ALL CONTACT! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Dizziness. Drowsiness. Unconsciousness. Vomiting. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Redness. Pain. | Protective clothing. Protective gloves. | 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 | Abdominal pain. Further see Inhalation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Collect leaking liquid in covered containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Combustible liquidHarmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause cancer Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from acids, bases and food and feedstuffs. Ventilation along the floor. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
STYRENE OXIDE | ICSC: 1201 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C8H8O / C6H5CHCH2O |
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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TLV: 1 ppm as TWA; (skin); (DSEN); A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans) |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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Do NOT take working clothes home. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: T; R: 45-21-36; S: 53-45; Note: E |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations