DIMETHYLSULPHIDE
ICSC: 0878 |
Thiobismethane Methylsulphide C2H6S / (CH3)2S Molecular mass: 62.1 ICSC # 0878 | CAS # 75-18-3 RTECS # PV5075000 UN # 1164 March 24, 1999 Validated |
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. | Powder , foam , carbon dioxide . |
EXPLOSION | Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. | Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. | In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
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INHALATION | Cough. Nausea. Sore throat. Weakness. | Local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | Redness. Pain. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
EYES | Redness. | Safety spectacles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
INGESTION | Weakness. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Do NOT wash away into sewer. (Extra personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours). | Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. Cool. | UN Hazard Class: 3 UN Packing Group: II | ||
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