1H-Imidazolium, 1,3-diethyl-, acetate (1:1)

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

Description of first aid measures
Immediately remove contaminated clothing. If danger of loss of consciousness, place patient in recovery position and transport accordingly. Apply artificial respiration if necessary. First aid personnel should pay attention to their own safety.
If inhaled:
If difficulties occur after vapour/aerosol has been inhaled, remove to fresh air and seek medical attention.

On skin contact:
Remove contaminated clothing. Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation develops, seek medical attention.
On contact with eyes:
Wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open, consult an eye specialist.
On ingestion:
Rinse mouth immediately and then drink plenty of water, seek medical attention.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms: The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2) and/or in section 11., Further symptoms are possible

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treatment: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no known specific antidote.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media:
dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides
The substances/groups of substances mentioned can be released in case of fire. Under certain conditions in case of fire other hazardous combustion products may be generated.

Advice for fire-fighters
Special protective equipment:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical-protective clothing.
Further information:
Collect contaminated extinguishing water separately, do not allow to reach sewage or effluent systems.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing.

Environmental precautions
Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
For small amounts: Pick up with suitable absorbent material (e.g. sand, sawdust, general-purpose binder, kieselguhr).
For large amounts: Vacuum up spilled product.
Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations.

Handling and storage

^{Precautions for safe handling
Ensure thorough ventilation of stores and work areas. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas. Hands and/or face should be washed before breaks and at the end of the shift. When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
Protection against fire and explosion:
Prevent electrostatic charge - sources of ignition should be kept well clear - fire extinguishers should be kept handy.}

^{Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Segregate from strong bases.
Suitable materials for containers: glass, High density polyethylene (HDPE), Low density polyethylene (LDPE)}

Transport information

Shipping

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Control parameters
Components with occupational exposure limits
64-18-6: formic acid...%
TWA value 9 mg/m3 ; 5 ppm (OEL (EU))
indicative
64-19-7: acetic acid...%
TWA value 25 mg/m3 ; 10 ppm (OEL (EU))
indicative
75-04-7: ethylamine
TWA value 9.4 mg/m3 ; 5 ppm (OEL (EU))
indicative

107-21-1: ethanediol; ethylene glycol
TWA value 52 mg/m3 ; 20 ppm (OEL (EU))
indicative
STEL value 104 mg/m3 ; 40 ppm (OEL (EU))
indicative
Skin Designation (OEL (EU))
The substance can be absorbed through the skin.
PNEC
freshwater: 0.0258 mg/l
marine water: 0.00258 mg/l
intermittent release: 0.258 mg/l
STP: 1 mg/l
sediment (freshwater): 9.56 mg/kg
sediment (marine water): 0.956 mg/kg
soil: 1.89 mg/kg
oral (secondary poisoning):
No PNEC oral derived, as accumulation in organisms is not to be expect.
8.2. Exposure controls
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection:
Wear respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
Hand protection:
Chemical resistant protective gloves (EN 374)
Suitable materials also with prolonged, direct contact (Recommended: Protective index 6, corresponding > 480 minutes of permeation time according to EN 374):
e.g. nitrile rubber (0.4 mm), chloroprene rubber (0.5 mm), polyvinylchloride (0.7 mm) and other
Manufacturer's directions for use should be observed because of great diversity of types.
Supplementary note: The specifications are based on tests, literature data and information of glove manufacturers or are derived from similar substances by analogy. Due to many conditions (e.g. temperature) it must be considered, that the practical usage of a chemical-protective glove in practice may be much shorter than the permeation time determined through testing.
Eye protection:
Safety glasses with side-shields (frame goggles) (e.g. EN 166)
General safety and hygiene measures
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wearing of closed work clothing is required additionally to the stated personal protection equipment. Gloves must be inspected regularly and prior to each use. Replace if necessary (e.g. pinhole leaks). Take off

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity
No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.
Corrosion to metals:
Corrosive effects to metal are not anticipated.
Formation of flammable gases:
Remarks:
Forms no flammable gases in the presence of water.

Chemical stability
The product is stable if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

Possibility of hazardous reactions
Reacts with strong alkalies.

Conditions to avoid
Avoid all sources of ignition: heat, sparks, open flame. Avoid contact with air.

Incompatible materials
Substances to avoid:
strong bases, strong alkalies

Hazardous decomposition products
At prolonged and/or strong thermal stressing above the decomposition temperature dangerous decomposition products can be formed., No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.

 

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods
Incinerate in suitable incineration plant, observing local authority regulations.
Contaminated packaging:
Contaminated packaging should be emptied as far as possible; then it can be passed on for recycling after being thoroughly cleaned.