Dimethylzinc

Hazard statements (CLP)

H225, H250, H260, H314, H318, H335, H400, H410

Code

Statements

H225

Highly Flammable liquid and vapour

Appearance/Odor

Colorless/clear liquid, garlic-like odor.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 2, H225 PYROPHORIC LIQUIDS - Category 1, H250 SUBSTANCE AND MIXTURES, WHICH IN CONTACT WITH WATER, EMIT FLAMMABLE GASES - Category 1, H260 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 1B, H314 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/EYE IRRITATION - Category 1, H318 SPECIFIC ORGAN TOXICITY, SINGLE EXPOSURE; RESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION - Category 3, H335 HAZARDOUS TO THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT, ACUTE TOXICITY – Category 1, H400 HAZARDOUS TO THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT, CHRONIC TOXICITY – Category 1, H410

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor. 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. H335: May cause respiratory irritation. H400: Very toxic to aquatic life. H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking. P222: Do not allow contact with air. P223: Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire. P231 + P232: Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P240: Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241: Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/handling equipment. P260: Avoid breathing spray and mists. P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. 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. P303 + P361 + P353 If on skin (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present. Continue rinsing. P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P334 + P335: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire Use alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide for extinction. DO NOT USE WATER. P391: Collect spillage.

Storage

P402 + P404: Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P403 + P233: Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405: Store locked up. P422: Store under inert gas. Store refrigerated at 2 – 8 °C.

Disposal

P501: Dispose of contents/ container to an approved wasted disposal plant. OSHA/HCS Status: This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

2.3 Other hazards

Product reacts violently with water.