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Guidance on Safe Use

Guidance on Safe Use

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First-aid measures

Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air. If patient has difficulty in breathing, administer oxygen, keep him calm and protect him from loss of warmth. Get medical attention.

Ingestion: Wash out mouth with water. Make the patient drink a large quantity of water, if possible with an addition of activated carbon, immediately, and then at frequent intervals. In any case consult a physician.

Skin contact: Remove victims from the danger zone without endangering your own safety. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash skin immediately with plenty of water and soap. Call a physician.

Eye contact: Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open. Seek immediate medical attention.

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media: In case of fire, use water spray (fog), foam, dry chemical or CO2.

Unsuitable extinguishing media: None known.

Special exposure hazards: In a fire or if heated a pressure increase will occur and the container may burst. Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. This material is very toxic to aquatic organisms. Fire water contaminated with this material must be contained and prevented from being discharged to any waterway, sewer or drain.

Hazardous combustion products: Decomposition products may include the following materials: carbon oxides, halogenated compounds, hydrogen chloride

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters: Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions: No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Provide adequate ventilation. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment.

Environmental precautions: Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air).Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Maybe harmful to the environment if released in large quantities.

Large spill: Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible, absorbent material e.g. sand, earth, vermiculite or diatomaceous earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Contaminated absorbent material may pose the same hazard as the spilled product.

Small spill: Stop leak if without risk. Move containers from spill area. Dilute with water and mop up if water-soluble or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor.

Handling and storage

This substance is handled under Strictly Controlled Conditions in accordance with REACH regulation Article 17(3) for on-site isolated intermediates and, in case the substance is transported to other sites for further processing, the substance should be handled at these sites under the Strictly Controlled Conditions as specified in REACH regulation Article 18(4). Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management systems is available at each Manufacturing site. Written confirmation of application of Strictly Controlled Conditions has been received from affected Distributor and Downstream Manufacturer/User of the Registrant's intermediate.  

Handling: Put on appropriate personal protective equipment. Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking and smoking. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid release to the environment. Keep in the original container or an approved alternative made from a compatible material, kept tightly closed when not in use. Empty containers retain product residue and can be hazardous.

Storage: Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials and food and drink. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabeled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination.

Packaging materials - Recommended: Use original container.

Packaging materials - Remarks: Take precautionary measures against electrostatic discharges.

The product is registered with strictly controlled conditions as defined in Article 18(4) of regulation (EC) no. 1907/2006 (REACH Regulation) and must therefore be handled as such. Refer to the industry guidance prepared by Concawe/Cefic/EFCG for advice on the confirmation of strictly controlled conditions.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:
UN3082
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (1,2,4-TRICHLOROBENZENE)
Chemical name:
1,2,4-trichlorobenzene
Language:
English
Class or division:
Class 9: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles, including environmentally hazardous substances
Packing group:
Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
Labels:
- Miscellaneous dangerous substance. Symbol (seven vertical stripes in upper half): black; Background: white; Figure '9' underlined in bottom corner
- Environmentally hazardous substance. Symbol (fish and tree): black on white or suitable contrasting background
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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:
UN3082
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (1,2,4-TRICHLOROBENZENE)
Chemical name:
1,2,4-trichlorobenzene
Language:
English
Class or division:
Class 9: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles, including environmentally hazardous substances
Packing group:
Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
Labels:
- Miscellaneous dangerous substance. Symbol (seven vertical stripes in upper half): black; Background: white; Figure '9' underlined in bottom corner
- Environmentally hazardous substance. Symbol (fish and tree): black on white or suitable contrasting background
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:
UN3082
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (1,2,4-TRICHLOROBENZENE)
Chemical name:
1,2,4-trichlorobenzene
Class or division:
Class 9: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles, including environmentally hazardous substances
Packing group:
Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
EmS code:
F-A
S-F
Labels:
- Miscellaneous dangerous substance. Symbol (seven vertical stripes in upper half): black; Background: white; Figure '9' underlined in bottom corner
- Environmentally hazardous substance. Symbol (fish and tree): black on white or suitable contrasting background
Marine pollutant
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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:
UN3082
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (1,2,4-TRICHLOROBENZENE)
Chemical name:
1,2,4-trichlorobenzene
Class or division:
Class 9: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles, including environmentally hazardous substances
Packing group:
Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger
Labels:
- Miscellaneous dangerous substance. Symbol (seven vertical stripes in upper half): black; Background: white; Figure '9' underlined in bottom corner
- Environmentally hazardous substance. Symbol (fish and tree): black on white or suitable contrasting background
Special provisions / remarks
Remarks:
Passenger aircraft: 914: 450 L
Cargo aircraft: 914: 450 L

Additional transport information

Additional information
Special provisions / remarks / other:
Environmentally hazardous substance (GGVSE, RID/ADR). Marine pollutants. Has a slight odour. Keep dry. Keep separate from foodstuffs.

Exposure controls / personal protection

This substance is handled under Strictly Controlled Conditions in accordance with REACH regulation Article 17(3) for on-site isolated intermediates and, in case the substance is transported to other sites for further processing, the substance should be handled at these sites under the Strictly Controlled Conditions as specified in REACH regulation Article 18(4). Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management systems is available at each Manufacturing site. Written confirmation of application of Strictly Controlled Conditions has been received from affected Distributor and Downstream Manufacturer/User of the Registrant¿s intermediate.

Occupational exposure limits:

EU OEL (Europe, 4/2006). Absorbed through skin.

Limit value: 2 ppm, 8 hour(s).

Limit value: 15.1 mg/m³, 8 hour(s).

Short term limit value: 5 ppm, 15 minute(s).

Short term limit value: 37.8 mg/m³, 15 minute(s).

Fresh water PNEC: 0.004 mg/l

Recommended monitoring procedures: If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, personal, workplace atmosphere or biological monitoring may be required to determine the effectiveness of the ventilation or other control measures and/or the necessity to use respiratory protective equipment. Reference should be made to European Standard EN 689 for methods for the assessment of exposure by inhalation to chemical agents and national guidance documents for methods for the determination of hazardous substances.

RISK MANAGEMENT MEASURES ¿ OCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE CONTROLS

Technical measures: If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure below any recommended or statutory limits.

The substance shall be rigorously contained by technical means during its whole lifecycle including manufacture, purification, cleaning and maintenance of equipment, sampling, analysis, loading and unloading of equipment or vessels, waste disposal or purification and storage. Procedural and control technologies shall be used that minimise emission and any resulting exposure. In cases of accident and where waste is generated, procedural and/or control technologies shall be used to minimise emissions and the resulting exposure during purification or cleaning and maintenance procedures.

Organisational measures: Only properly trained and authorised personnel shall handle the substance. In the case of cleaning and maintenance works, special procedures such as purging and washing shall be applied before the system is opened and entered.

RISK MANAGEMENT MEASURES ¿ PERSONAL PROTECTION MEASURES

Respiratory protection: If exposure cannot be ruled out, e.g. during product transfer, sampling or maintenance, a well fitting respiratory mask conforming to standards or well-fitting respiratory device conforming to standards must be worn. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator.

Recommended: Full mask with type ABEK filter

Hand protection: Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if product contact cannot be excluded. After contamination with product change the gloves immediately and dispose of them according to relevant national and local regulations

<1 hours (breakthrough time): Polyvinyl chloride - PVC, Fluorinated rubber - FKM , Polychloroprene - CR

Eye protection: Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists, gases or dusts.

Recommended: Tightly-fitting goggles

Skin protection: Wear protective clothing. Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product.

Hygiene measures: Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period. Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

RISK MANAGEMENT MEASURES - ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE CONTROLS

Technical measures: Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, special waste water treatment, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.

Stability and reactivity

Stability: The product is stable.

Possibility of hazardous reactions: Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous reactions will not occur.

Conditions to avoid: Avoid release to the environment.

Hazardous decomposition products: Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced.

Disposal considerations

Methods of disposal: Examine possibilities for re-utilisation. Product residues and contaminated empty containers should be packaged, sealed, labelled, and disposed of or recycled according to relevant national and local regulations. Where large quantities are concerned, consult the supplier. When contaminated empty containers are passed on, the recipient must be warned of any possible hazard that may be caused by residues. For disposal within the EC, the appropriate code according to the European Waste List (EWL) should be used. It is among the tasks of the polluter to assign the waste to waste codes specific to industrial sectors and processes according to the European Waste List (EWL).

Hazardous waste: The classification of the product may meet the criteria for a hazardous waste.