1,4-DIOXANE
ICSC: 0041 |
1,4-Diethylene dioxide Dioxane para-Dioxane C4H8O2 Molecular mass: 88.1 ICSC # 0041 | CAS # 123-91-1 RTECS # JG8225000 UN # 1165 EC # 603-024-00-5 November 11, 2008 Validated Pu, hed in Series 1. |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Highly flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. NO contact with strong oxidants. NO contact with hot surfaces. | Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide water may be ineffective: water spray: OK; |
EXPLOSION | Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with incompatible materials: 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. | In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
EXPOSURE | PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! | ||
INHALATION | Cough. Sore throat. Nausea. Dizziness. Headache. Drowsiness. Vomiting. Unconsciousness. Abdominal pain. | Ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention immediately. |
SKIN | MAY BE ABSORBED! | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
EYES | Redness. Pain. es watering of the eyes. at update 2007 due to eye irritation; | Face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). |
INGESTION | (See Inhalation). | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell om Refer for medical attention. at update 2007.; |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking liquid in sealable air tight containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Do NOT wash away into sewer. m Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. at update 2007; | Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants , strong acids, and incompatible materials . Cool. Dry. Well closed. Keep in the dark. Store only if stabilized. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. m strong acids. at update2007; | Airtight. Note: D F symbol Xn symbol R: 11-19-36/37-40-66 S: 2-9-16-36/37-46 UN Hazard Class: 3 UN Packing Group: II Signal: Danger Flame-Excl mark-Health haz Highly flammable liquid and vapour Causes eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation Suspected of causing cancer May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways | ||
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Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found. Refer for medical attention if breathing difficulties and/or fever develop. .83(24ppm from Appendix 6); Other OSF=20/170=0.12(170 ppm at update 2007, i.e., changed from Check for peroxides prior to distillation; render harmless if positive.;
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