General Information
Version
1.3
Revision date
2023-10-02
Product name
Ethyl Methyl Carbonate (EMC)
Product Synonyms
Carbonic acid, ethyl methyl ester
CAS No.
623-53-0
supplier name
SHELL EASTERN CHEMICALS (S) A REGISTERED BUSINESS OF SHELL EASTERN
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Company Information
company name
SHELL EASTERN CHEMICALS (S)
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H225
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H225
Highly Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification Emergency Overview Appearance liquid Colour Data not available Odour mild ethereal
Health hazards
Not classified as dangerous for supply or conveyance. Safety Hazards Flammable liquid and vapour. Not classified as a health hazard under GHS criteria Inhalation: Slightly irritating to respiratory system. Skin Eyes Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed
Environmental hazards
Not classified as dangerous for the environment. GHS Classification Flammable liquids Category 2 GHS label elements Hazard pictograms Not classified as an environmental hazard under GHS criteria Not classified as dangerous for the environment.
Signal word
Danger Hazard statements
Physical hazards
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools.
Response
No precautionary phrases.
Storage
P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
Vapours are heavier than air. Vapours may travel across the ground and reach remote ignition sources causing a flashback fire danger.Electrostatic charges may be generated during pumping. Electrostatic discharge may cause fire.
Other physicochemical hazards
Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable liquids
