VINYL ETHYL ETHER | ICSC: 1261 (May 2018) |
Ethyl vinyl ether Ethoxyethene |
CAS #: 109-92-2 |
UN #: 1302 (stabilized) |
EC Number: 203-718-4 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Highly flammable. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. See Chemical Dangers. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding). Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. Use non-sparking handtools. | Use foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide, water. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Incoordination. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Wheezing. Unconsciousness. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. Dry skin. | Protective gloves. | Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. | 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 | Aspiration hazard! Headache. Nausea. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Remove all ignition sources. Ventilation. Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Highly flammable liquid and vapourMay cause drowsiness and dizziness May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants and acids. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Keep under inert gas. Store only if stabilized. | |
PACKAGING | |
Airtight. |
VINYL ETHYL ETHER | ICSC: 1261 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
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Formula: CH2=CHOCH2CH3 / C4H8O |
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NOTES |
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An added stabilizer or inhibitor can influence the toxicological properties of this substance, consult an expert. Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations