PENTAERYTHRITOL | ICSC: 1383 (November 2009) |
2,2-bis(Hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol Tetramethylolmethane THME PETP |
CAS #: 115-77-5 |
EC Number: 204-104-9 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air. | NO open flames. Prevent deposition of dust. Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. | Use water, powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Avoid inhalation of dust. Use local exhaust and breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. | |
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 if powder. | Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). |
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. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Remove airborne particles with fine water spray. |
According to UN GHS Criteria No hazard classification according to GHS criteriaTransportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from strong oxidants and strong acids. | |
PACKAGING | |
PENTAERYTHRITOL | ICSC: 1383 |
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Formula: C5H12O14 / C(CH2OH)4 |
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 10 mg/m3, as TWA |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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