1,2-Dimethoxyethane

EU Classification

WHIMIS Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Reproductive toxicity Category 1B Flammable liquids Category 2 WHIMIS Harmful if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Harmful if inhaled Causes skin irritation May damage fertility or the unborn child Highly flammable liquid and vapour

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Prevention

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 Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapors and spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use non-sparking tools Take action to prevent static discharges Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention Skin Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice and attention IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower] Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Fire In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish

Storage

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

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents and container to an approved waste disposal plant

Further information

No information available.