Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Heating or fire can release toxic gases.

Special protective equipment for firefighters

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

SECTION 6      Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions

Use personal protective equipment.

Environmental precautions

Do not let product enter drains.

Methods for cleaning up

Absorb spill and keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. Wash area thoroughly after clean-up is complete.

SECTION 7      Handling and Storage

Handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear personal protective equipment. Take measures against electrostatic charges.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.

SECTION 8      Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Exposure limit s

We are not aware of any national exposure limit.

Engineering measures

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.

Personal protective equipment

Personal Protective Equipment requirements are dependent on the user institution's risk assessment and are specific to the risk assessment for each laboratory where this material may be used.

Respiratory protection In case of insufficient ventilation wear suitable respiratory equipment.

Hand protection                              Impervious gloves.

Eye protection                Safety glasses with side-shields.

Skin and body protection                Lightweight protective clothing.

Hygiene measures                          Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Environmental exposure controls

Prevent product from entering drains.

SECTION 9      Physical and Chemical Properties

Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state at 20°C:                      Liquid

Color:                                                  Brown

Odor:                                                    Odorless

Water solubility:                                  Soluble

pH:                                                        7.0 – 7.5

Important Health Safety and Environmental Information

Boiling point/range                            No data available

Freezing Point:                                  No data available.

Flash point                                          No data available.

Autoignition temperature                No data available.

Oxidising properties                          No data available.

SECTION 10    Stability and Reactivity

Stability                              Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Materials to avoid                  Strong oxidizing agents. Hazardous decomposition                                                   No information available. Polymerisation                                                     No information available.

SECTION 11        Toxicological Information

Acute toxicity

No data available.

Principle Routes of Exposure/Potential Health effects

Eyes                                                      May cause eye irritation.

Skin                                                      May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.

Inhalation                                              May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Ingestion                                              May be harmful if swallowed.

Carcinogenic effects                            No data available.

Mutagenic effects                  No data available.

Reproductive toxicity                            No data available.

Sensitisation                                        No data available.

Target Organ Effects                              No data available.

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure

To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.

SECTION 12        Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity effects No information available.

Mobility                                  No information available.

Biodegradation                      No information available.

Bioaccumulation                  No information available.

result s of PBT and vPvB assessment

This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB).