Ethylene Oxide (ca. 1mol/L in Ethyl Ether)

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

OSHA OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 4] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 2B] Sensitization - Skin [Category 1] Germ Cell Mutagenicity [Category 1B] Carcinogenicity [Category 1A] Toxic to Reproduction [Category 1B] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 2] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure) [Category 3] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 2] Flammable Liquids [Category 1]

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Hazard statements

Causes eye irritation Extremely flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if swallowed May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause cancer May cause genetic defects May damage fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to organs: Central Nervous System May cause respiratory irritation. May cause damage to organs: Nervous System through prolonged or repeated exposure.

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Prevention

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Avoid breathing dusts or mists. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. Do not breathe fume, mist, vapors or spray. Wash all exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Avoid breathing fume, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames or other hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground or bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting, and equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wear protective gloves, eye protection and face protection.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Rinse mouth. If in eyes Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists Get medical advice or attention. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If exposed Call a poison center or doctor. If exposed or concerned Get medical advice or attention. If exposed or concerned Call a poison center or doctor. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Get medical advice or attention if you feel unwell. If on skin (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. In case of fire Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with US EPA guidelines for the classification and determination of hazardous waste listed in 40 CFR 261.3. (See Section 13)

2.3 Other hazards

HNOC] May cause polimerization. May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways. Causes mild skin irritation