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EC number: 221-882-5 | CAS number: 3268-49-3
Guidance on Safe Use
Guidance on Safe Use
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First-aid measures
General:
Pay attention to self-protection.
Move out of dangerous area.
Immediately remove contaminated clothing.
Inhalation:
Possible discomfort: coughing, sneezing, lacrimation, difficulty in breathing.
Move to fresh air.
In case of complaints: Keep patient warm and at rest.
Do not leave the victim unattended.
Get medical attention immediately.
If breathing is irregular or stopped, administer artificial respiration.
If unconscious, place in recovery position and seek medical advice.
Skin Contact:
Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
In case of persistent discomfort: Seek medical advice.
Eye contact:
Immediately flush eye(s) with plenty of water.
Continue rinsing process with eye rinsing solution.
Protect unharmed eye.
Call ambulance.
(Cue: caustic burn of the eyes)
Continue rinsing eye until arrival at ophthalmic hospital.
Immediate further treatment in ophthalmic hospital/ophthalmologist.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting.
If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious).
Have patient drink plenty of water in small sips.
Get medical attention immediately.
Keep patient warm and at rest.
Do not leave the victim unattended.
Place person on side in stable position if unconscious until medical assistance arrives or the patient can be transported to a medical facility for treatment and evaluation.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:
Corrosive sensitising effects.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
Hazards:
Harmful by inhalation.
Harmful if swallowed.
Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Corrosive.
Treatment:
Specific therapy/antidote treatment: none known.
Therapy as for chemical burn.
Following inhalation: Formation of a toxic lung edema is possible if product continues to be inhaled despite acute irritative effect (e.g. if it is not possible to leave the danger area).
Prophylaxis of a retarded pulmonary oedema.
Keep under medical supervision for at least 48 hours.
If substance has been swallowed: Early endoscopy in order to assess mucosa lesions in the oesophagus and stomach which may appear.
If necessary, aspirate leftover substance. Acceleration of gastrointestinal passage administration of activated charcoal.
Pay attention to self-protection.
Move out of dangerous area.
Immediately remove contaminated clothing.
Inhalation:
Possible discomfort: coughing, sneezing, lacrimation, difficulty in breathing.
Move to fresh air.
In case of complaints: Keep patient warm and at rest.
Do not leave the victim unattended.
Get medical attention immediately.
If breathing is irregular or stopped, administer artificial respiration.
If unconscious, place in recovery position and seek medical advice.
Skin Contact:
Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
In case of persistent discomfort: Seek medical advice.
Eye contact:
Immediately flush eye(s) with plenty of water.
Continue rinsing process with eye rinsing solution.
Protect unharmed eye.
Call ambulance.
(Cue: caustic burn of the eyes)
Continue rinsing eye until arrival at ophthalmic hospital.
Immediate further treatment in ophthalmic hospital/ophthalmologist.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting.
If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious).
Have patient drink plenty of water in small sips.
Get medical attention immediately.
Keep patient warm and at rest.
Do not leave the victim unattended.
Place person on side in stable position if unconscious until medical assistance arrives or the patient can be transported to a medical facility for treatment and evaluation.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:
Corrosive sensitising effects.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
Hazards:
Harmful by inhalation.
Harmful if swallowed.
Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Corrosive.
Treatment:
Specific therapy/antidote treatment: none known.
Therapy as for chemical burn.
Following inhalation: Formation of a toxic lung edema is possible if product continues to be inhaled despite acute irritative effect (e.g. if it is not possible to leave the danger area).
Prophylaxis of a retarded pulmonary oedema.
Keep under medical supervision for at least 48 hours.
If substance has been swallowed: Early endoscopy in order to assess mucosa lesions in the oesophagus and stomach which may appear.
If necessary, aspirate leftover substance. Acceleration of gastrointestinal passage administration of activated charcoal.
Fire-fighting measures
Extinguishing media:
Suitable extinguishing media:
- Water
- Mist
- Carbon Dioxide
- Quenching powder.
Unsuitable extinguishing media:
- Alkaline agent.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:
In the case of fire, the following hazardous smoke fumes may be produced:
- Carbon monoxide
- Carbon dioxide
- Sulphur oxides.
In case of combustion or decomposition of the product, the fumes produced lead to irritations or inflammations of the respiratory tract.
Under conditions of thermal decomposition:
- Methyl mercaptane
- Acrolein.
Advice for firefighters:
Special fire fighting procedures:
Use water spray to cool unopened containers.
Water used to extinguish fire should not enter drainage systems, soil or stretches of water.
Contaminated fire-extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with the regulations issued by the appropriate local authorities.
Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters:
In the case of fire, wear respiratory protective equipment independent of surrounding air and chemical protective suit.
(Respirator with combination filter B2 - P2).
Suitable extinguishing media:
- Water
- Mist
- Carbon Dioxide
- Quenching powder.
Unsuitable extinguishing media:
- Alkaline agent.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:
In the case of fire, the following hazardous smoke fumes may be produced:
- Carbon monoxide
- Carbon dioxide
- Sulphur oxides.
In case of combustion or decomposition of the product, the fumes produced lead to irritations or inflammations of the respiratory tract.
Under conditions of thermal decomposition:
- Methyl mercaptane
- Acrolein.
Advice for firefighters:
Special fire fighting procedures:
Use water spray to cool unopened containers.
Water used to extinguish fire should not enter drainage systems, soil or stretches of water.
Contaminated fire-extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with the regulations issued by the appropriate local authorities.
Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters:
In the case of fire, wear respiratory protective equipment independent of surrounding air and chemical protective suit.
(Respirator with combination filter B2 - P2).
Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Wear complete chemical protective suit and Respiratory protective equipment independent of surrounding air.
Keep unauthorized personnel away.
For non-emergency personnel:
Precipitate exiting gases / vapors with water.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
Installation of an accidental prevention program required.
For emergency responders:
No data available.
Environmental Precautions:
Observe regulations on prevention of water pollution (check, dam up, cover up).
Avoid emissions into atmosphere.
Do not allow to be introduced into sewage water, soil, waterbodies, ground water, surface waters.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste.
Deodorize residue on ground with 3 - 10% hydrogen peroxide.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Wear complete chemical protective suit and Respiratory protective equipment independent of surrounding air.
Keep unauthorized personnel away.
For non-emergency personnel:
Precipitate exiting gases / vapors with water.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
Installation of an accidental prevention program required.
For emergency responders:
No data available.
Environmental Precautions:
Observe regulations on prevention of water pollution (check, dam up, cover up).
Avoid emissions into atmosphere.
Do not allow to be introduced into sewage water, soil, waterbodies, ground water, surface waters.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste.
Deodorize residue on ground with 3 - 10% hydrogen peroxide.
Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling:
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
Use only in well-ventilated areas.
Ensure that apparatus and pipelines are free from leaks.
Do not ventilate into the open.
Use permissible in closed systems only.
Handle and transfer product in closed systems only (gas displacement device).
Dedicated loading/unloading stations required.
Sampling in encapsulated and vented system, e.g. DOPAK® sampling system.
The product should only be handled by trained personnel.
Set up safety and operation procedures.
Transport in suitable rail tank cars approved for Dangerous Goods Class 6.1 dedicated to Methylmercaptopropionaldehyde.
All precautionary measures indicated have to be observed.
Risk assessment and risk monitoring of all work places required.
Health, Safety and Emergency Management System recommended.
Regular safety training is important.
Written approval necessary in case of non-routine jobs, e.g. maintenance activities.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Ensure there is good room ventilation.
Keep tightly sealed in original packing.
Avoid emissions into atmosphere.
Storage capability limited; dependent on Storage conditions.
COMBUSTIBLE.
Formation of flammable or explosive vapour/air mixtures possible.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Ensure there are sufficient retaining facilities for water used to extinguish fire.
Water used to extinguish fire should not enter drainage systems, soil or stretches of water.
Suitable materials are: Stainless steel. aluminium, passivated glass.
Do not store together with: alkalis.
Protect from sunlight, warmth and heat.
In order to ensure due transportation, make certain that stacks are of the correct height, containers are securely fastened so as not to fall off, and labelled according to the regulations.
In the event of internal transportation, already-opened containers are to be kept closed in order to avoid spillage.
Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
Store in the original receptacle, keeping this tightly sealed, under cool and dry conditions.
Storage Class:
6.1C: Combustible substances of acute toxicity, category 3 / hazardous substances that are toxic or produce chronic effects.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
Use only in well-ventilated areas.
Ensure that apparatus and pipelines are free from leaks.
Do not ventilate into the open.
Use permissible in closed systems only.
Handle and transfer product in closed systems only (gas displacement device).
Dedicated loading/unloading stations required.
Sampling in encapsulated and vented system, e.g. DOPAK® sampling system.
The product should only be handled by trained personnel.
Set up safety and operation procedures.
Transport in suitable rail tank cars approved for Dangerous Goods Class 6.1 dedicated to Methylmercaptopropionaldehyde.
All precautionary measures indicated have to be observed.
Risk assessment and risk monitoring of all work places required.
Health, Safety and Emergency Management System recommended.
Regular safety training is important.
Written approval necessary in case of non-routine jobs, e.g. maintenance activities.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Ensure there is good room ventilation.
Keep tightly sealed in original packing.
Avoid emissions into atmosphere.
Storage capability limited; dependent on Storage conditions.
COMBUSTIBLE.
Formation of flammable or explosive vapour/air mixtures possible.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Ensure there are sufficient retaining facilities for water used to extinguish fire.
Water used to extinguish fire should not enter drainage systems, soil or stretches of water.
Suitable materials are: Stainless steel. aluminium, passivated glass.
Do not store together with: alkalis.
Protect from sunlight, warmth and heat.
In order to ensure due transportation, make certain that stacks are of the correct height, containers are securely fastened so as not to fall off, and labelled according to the regulations.
In the event of internal transportation, already-opened containers are to be kept closed in order to avoid spillage.
Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
Store in the original receptacle, keeping this tightly sealed, under cool and dry conditions.
Storage Class:
6.1C: Combustible substances of acute toxicity, category 3 / hazardous substances that are toxic or produce chronic effects.
Transport information
Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)
- UN number:
- 2785
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- 4-THIAPENTANAL
- Chemical name:
- 3-(Methylthio)propionaldehyde
- Language:
- English
- Labels:
- 6.1
Special provisions / remarks
- Special provisions:
- Tunnel Restriction Code (ADR) (E)
Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))
- UN number:
- 2785
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- 4-THIAPENTANAL
- Chemical name:
- 3-(Methylthio)propionaldehyde
- Language:
- English
- Labels:
- 6.1
Remarksopen allclose all
Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)
- UN number:
- 2785
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- 4-THIAPENTANAL
- Chemical name:
- 3-(Methylthio)propionaldehyde
- Labels:
- 6.1
Remarksopen allclose all
Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)
- UN number:
- 2785
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- 4-THIAPENTANAL
- Chemical name:
- 3-(Methylthio)propionaldehyde
- Labels:
- 6.1
Remarksopen allclose all
Additional transport information
Additional information
- Special provisions / remarks / other:
- Combination traffic:
Labelling of containers / shipping units following main product run as per sea or air transport regulations.
Exposure controls / personal protection
Control Parameters:
Occupational Exposure Limits:
None of the components have assigned exposure limits.
DNEL-Values:
Remarks:
No substance-related safety assessment is necessary / has been conducted for this product.
PNEC-Values:
Remarks:
No substance-related safety assessment is necessary / has been conducted for this product.
Exposure controls:
Appropriate Engineering Controls:
Provide for installation of emergency shower and eye bath.
The substance must be handled under strictly controlled conditions in accordance with Article 17/18 of the REACH regulation.
Refill and handle product only in closed system.
Leak detection recommended.
Do not add wastewater to a biological wastewater treatment plant.
Dispose of waste gases in a suitable incineration plant.
Minimization of emissions by means of suitable technical measures such as flanges and valves with low leakage rates, recirculation of vapours.
All precautionary measures indicated have to be observed.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment:
Eye/face protection:
Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 or Accidental release measures goggles.
Hand Protection:
Material: Natural rubber.
Break-through time: > 60 min
Glove thickness: 1 mm
Guideline: DIN EN 374
Additional Information: Suitable as spray protection.
Material: Butyl rubber.
Break-through time: > 480 min
Glove thickness: 0.7 mm
Guideline: DIN EN 374
Additional Information: Accidental release measures, Suitable as full protection.
Skin and Body Protection:
suitable protective clothing - Use disposable clothing if appropriate.
Respiratory Protection:
Respirator with A2B2E2K2-P3 combination filter.
If workplace exposure limits are exceeded and/or larger amounts are released (leakage, spilling, dust) the indicated respiratory protection should be used.
Accidental release measures wear a self contained respiratory apparatus.
Note time limit for wearing respiratory protective equipment.
Hygiene measures:
No eating, drinking, smoking, or snuffing tobacco at work.
Immediately change moistened and saturated work clothes.
Shower or bathe at the end of working.
Cleanse and apply cream to skin after work.
Private clothes and working clothes should be kept separately.
Immediately remove wet clothing.
Environmental Controls:
In some cases, exhaust air scrubbers, filters or technical changes to the processing plant will be required in order to decrease emissions to acceptable values.
Occupational Exposure Limits:
None of the components have assigned exposure limits.
DNEL-Values:
Remarks:
No substance-related safety assessment is necessary / has been conducted for this product.
PNEC-Values:
Remarks:
No substance-related safety assessment is necessary / has been conducted for this product.
Exposure controls:
Appropriate Engineering Controls:
Provide for installation of emergency shower and eye bath.
The substance must be handled under strictly controlled conditions in accordance with Article 17/18 of the REACH regulation.
Refill and handle product only in closed system.
Leak detection recommended.
Do not add wastewater to a biological wastewater treatment plant.
Dispose of waste gases in a suitable incineration plant.
Minimization of emissions by means of suitable technical measures such as flanges and valves with low leakage rates, recirculation of vapours.
All precautionary measures indicated have to be observed.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment:
Eye/face protection:
Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 or Accidental release measures goggles.
Hand Protection:
Material: Natural rubber.
Break-through time: > 60 min
Glove thickness: 1 mm
Guideline: DIN EN 374
Additional Information: Suitable as spray protection.
Material: Butyl rubber.
Break-through time: > 480 min
Glove thickness: 0.7 mm
Guideline: DIN EN 374
Additional Information: Accidental release measures, Suitable as full protection.
Skin and Body Protection:
suitable protective clothing - Use disposable clothing if appropriate.
Respiratory Protection:
Respirator with A2B2E2K2-P3 combination filter.
If workplace exposure limits are exceeded and/or larger amounts are released (leakage, spilling, dust) the indicated respiratory protection should be used.
Accidental release measures wear a self contained respiratory apparatus.
Note time limit for wearing respiratory protective equipment.
Hygiene measures:
No eating, drinking, smoking, or snuffing tobacco at work.
Immediately change moistened and saturated work clothes.
Shower or bathe at the end of working.
Cleanse and apply cream to skin after work.
Private clothes and working clothes should be kept separately.
Immediately remove wet clothing.
Environmental Controls:
In some cases, exhaust air scrubbers, filters or technical changes to the processing plant will be required in order to decrease emissions to acceptable values.
Stability and reactivity
Reactivity:
No data available.
Chemical Stability:
No data available.
Possibility of hazardous reactions:
Vigorous reaction on contact with:
- Alkalis
- Oxidizing agents
- Amines.
Violent polymerisation can occur.
Conditions to avoid:
Vigorous reaction with:
- Alkalis
- Strong oxidants.
Incompatible Materials:
- Alkalis
- Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
- Methyl mercaptan
- Acrolein.
No data available.
Chemical Stability:
No data available.
Possibility of hazardous reactions:
Vigorous reaction on contact with:
- Alkalis
- Oxidizing agents
- Amines.
Violent polymerisation can occur.
Conditions to avoid:
Vigorous reaction with:
- Alkalis
- Strong oxidants.
Incompatible Materials:
- Alkalis
- Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
- Methyl mercaptan
- Acrolein.
Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods:
General information:
No data available.
Disposal methods:
Strictly controlled conditions during disposal or treatment to air, wastewater and waste.
Do not add wastewater to a biological wastewater treatment plant.
Disposal according to local authority regulations.
Pack and label wastes like the pure substance.
Do not detach label from the delivery containers prior to disposal.
The waste key number must be determined as per the European Waste Types List (decision on EU Waste Types List 2000/532/EC) in cooperation with the disposal firm / producing firm / official authority.
Contaminated Packaging:
Pack and label wastes like the pure substance.
Do not detach label from the delivery containers prior to disposal.
General information:
No data available.
Disposal methods:
Strictly controlled conditions during disposal or treatment to air, wastewater and waste.
Do not add wastewater to a biological wastewater treatment plant.
Disposal according to local authority regulations.
Pack and label wastes like the pure substance.
Do not detach label from the delivery containers prior to disposal.
The waste key number must be determined as per the European Waste Types List (decision on EU Waste Types List 2000/532/EC) in cooperation with the disposal firm / producing firm / official authority.
Contaminated Packaging:
Pack and label wastes like the pure substance.
Do not detach label from the delivery containers prior to disposal.
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