Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
74-85-1
Name of the chemical
Ethen; Ethylen
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2015-06-01
Product name
Ethylene
Product Synonyms
ACETENE; ATHYLEN (GERMAN); BICARBURRETTED
CAS No.
74-85-1
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
This product is intended for use as a refinery feedstock
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Use in other applications may result in higher exposures and require additional controls, such as local exhaust ventilation and personal protective equipment
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Company Information
company name
Vitol Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
SDSHOU@vitol.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
Classification (GHS-US)
Flammable gasses, Category 1 Gasses under pressure, compressed gas Simple asphyxiant Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 - Narcotic effects Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 GHS-US labeling
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Extremely flammable gas. Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation. May cause damage to organs (nasal tissues) through prolonged or repeated exposure (inhalation)
Precautionary statements
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use personal protective equipment as required. Wear protective gloves. Wear eye or face protection. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting and all material- handling equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid release to the environment. Do not breathe vapor. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Response
Get medical attention if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Take off contaminated clothing. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical attention. 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 attention.
