1,2-Diethoxyethane

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Flammable liquids Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Reproductive Toxicity Category 1A

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Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Causes serious eye irritation May damage the unborn child. Suspected of damaging fertility

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear eye/face protection 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

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Skin IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Eyes 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/attention Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

May form explosive peroxides