DIMETHYLETHER (99,99%)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H220, H280

Code

Statements

H220

Extremely flammable gas

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008]

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP)

Hazard statements

Flammable gas., Category 1 H220 Gases under pressure H280 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC Hazard Characteristics

R-phrase(s)

F+: Extremely flammable.; R12

2.2 Label elements

Labeling according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

Signal word

Danger

Physical hazards

H220: Extremely flammable gas. H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.

Health hazards

Not classified as a health hazard under CLP criteria. : High gas concentrations will displace available oxygen from the air; unconsciousness and death may occur suddenly from lack of oxygen. Exposure to rapidly expanding gases may cause frost burns to eyes and/or skin. Safety Hazards : Vapours are heavier than air. Vapours may travel across the ground and reach remote ignition sources causing a flashback fire danger. May form explosive peroxides. This material has the potential to be a static accumulator.

Environmental hazards

Not classified as environmental hazard according to CLP criteria. : Not classified as dangerous for the environment.

Prevention

P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. P377 Leaking gas fire Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. P381: Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.

Storage

P410+P403: Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.

Further information

This product is intended for use in closed systems only. The substance does not meet the criteria for PBT or vPvB in accordance with Annex XIII.