DIETHYLZINC

Hazard statements (CLP)

H250, H260, H314, H318, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H250

Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical hazards

Pyrophoric Liquids: Category 1 Substances and mixtures, which in contact with water, emit flammable gases: Category 1

Health hazards

Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 1B Serious Eye Damage / Eye Irritation: Category 1 Environmental Hazards Aquatic Toxicity (Acute): Category 1 Aquatic Toxicity (Chronic): Category 1

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H250 Catches fire spontaneously if exposed to air. H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P222 Do not allow contact with air. P223 Do not allow contact with water. P231 + P232 Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302 + P335 + P334 IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. P321 Specific treatment is advised - see first aid instructions. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish. P391 Collect spillage.

Storage

P402 + P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P405 Store locked up.

Disposal

P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with relevant regulations.

Other hazards

No information provided

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO SAFE WORK AUSTRALIA CRITERIA Physical Hazards Pyrophoric Liquids: Category 1 Substances and mixtures, which in contact with water, emit flammable gases: Category 1 Health Hazards Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 1B Serious Eye Damage / Eye Irritation: Category 1 Environmental Hazards Aquatic Toxicity (Acute): Category 1 Aquatic Toxicity (Chronic): Category 1