General Information
Revision date
2021-11-01
Product name
Diethyl ether
Product Synonyms
Ethyl ether; Ether
CAS No.
60-29-7
Emergency telephone
During normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST), call (800) 343-0660
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Flammable liquids Category 1 Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system, Central nervous system (CNS). Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Liver. Aspiration Toxicity Category 1
Physical hazards
Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 May form explosive peroxides
Health hazards
Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Prolonged or repeated contact may dry skin and cause irritation or cracking
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Extremely flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if swallowed May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness and dizziness May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure May form explosive peroxides Prolonged or repeated contact may dry skin and cause irritation or cracking
Prevention
Keep container tightly closed Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharges Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
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