Diethylzinc (ca. 15% in Toluene, ca. 1mol/L)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 4] WHMIS 2015: Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 1] Toxic to Reproduction [Category 1A] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 1] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 1]

Aspiration hazard

Category 1] Flammable Liquids [Category 2] Substances and Mixtures which, in Contact with Water, Emit Flammable Gases [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 2] Aquatic Hazard (Long-Term) [Category 2] Skin Corrosion/Irritation [Category 1B]

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously Harmful if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May damage fertility or the unborn child May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Toxic to aquatic life Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Causes damage to: Central Nervous System May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Liver Kidney Central Nervous System

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Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. – No smoking. Do not allow contact with water. Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Do not breathe mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, face protection.

Response

If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a poison center or doctor. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a poison center or doctor. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a poison center or doctor. If exposed: Call a poison center or doctor. Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water or wrap with wet bandages. In case of fire: Use dry chemical or dry sand to extinguish. Collect spillage.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations (e.g. US 40 CFR Part 261, EU 91/156/EEC, JP Waste Disposal and Cleaning Act, etc.).

2.3 Other hazards

May be harmful if swallowed. [HNOC]