DIBROMOMETHANE
ICSC: 0354 |
Methylene bromide Methylene dibromide CH2Br2 Molecular mass: 173.8 ICSC # 0354 | CAS # 74-95-3 RTECS # PA7350000 UN # 2664 EC # 602-003-00-8 October 27, 1995 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Not combustible. | In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media. | |
EXPLOSION | In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. | ||
EXPOSURE | PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! | ||
INHALATION | Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Nausea. | Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | Dry skin. Redness. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
EYES | Redness. | Safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
INGESTION | (Further see Inhalation). | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable, non-aluminium containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Personal protection: A filter respirator for organic gases and vapours. | Separated from food and feedstuffs . Ventilation along the floor. | Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Xn symbol R: 20-52/53 S: 2-24-61 UN Hazard Class: 6.1 UN Packing Group: III | ||
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Do NOT use in the vicinity of a fire or a hot surface, or during welding. Card has been partly updated in October 2005. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, EU classification, Emergency Response.
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