Ethyl Ether

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Emergency Overview Form : liquid, clear Color : colourless Odor : sweet pungent

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Flammable liquids, Category 1 or mixture Acute toxicity, Category 4, Oral Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure, Category 3, Central nervous system

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Extremely flammable liquid and vapour. Harmful if swallowed. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Prevention

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. Wash 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 SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. Carcinogenicity ACGIH: Ethanol 64-17-5 A3: Confirmed animal carcinogen