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First-aid measures

Inform emergency services of exposure to the chemicals mentioned in this safety data sheet.

First-aid measures after inhalation

Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a poison center or a doctor.

First-aid measures after skin contact

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Do not remove clothing if it sticks to the skin. Rinse skin with water/shower. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.

First-aid measures after eye contact

Immediately rinse with water for a prolonged period while holding the eyelids wide open. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.

First-aid measures after ingestion

Rinse mouth out with water. Do not induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.

Fire-fighting measures

Water spray. Dry powder. Foam. Carbon dioxide. Use extinguishing agent suitable for surrounding fire. Do not use a heavy water stream.

Firefighting instructions

Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection. Fight fire from safe distance and protected location. Use water spray or fog for cooling

exposed containers. Prevent fire fighting water from entering the environment.

Protection during firefighting

Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. Wear a self contained breathing apparatus. Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing.

Accidental release measures

Evacuate area. Avoid all contact with skin, eyes, or clothing.

Protective equipment:

Wear recommended personal protective equipment.

Emergency procedures

Ventilate spillage area. Do not breathe dust, fume. Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Do not touch or walk on the spilled product.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Ensure good ventilation of the work station. Provide local exhaust or general room ventilation. Avoid dust formation. Do not breathe dust. Wear personal protective equipment.

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

Hygiene measures

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Always wash hands after handling the product. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:
UN 3261
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
CORROSIVE SOLID, ACIDIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (3,4dihydroxyphenylethanol)
Chemical name:
3,4dihydroxyphenylethanol
Language:
English
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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:
UN 3261
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
CORROSIVE SOLID, ACIDIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (3,4dihydroxyphenylethanol)
Chemical name:
3,4dihydroxyphenylethanol
Language:
English
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:
UN 3261
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
Corrosive solid, acidic, organic, n.o.s. (3,4dihydroxyphenylethanol)
Chemical name:
3,4dihydroxyphenylethanol
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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:
UN 3261
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
Corrosive solid, acidic, organic, n.o.s. (3,4dihydroxyphenylethanol)
Chemical name:
3,4dihydroxyphenylethanol
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Exposure controls / personal protection

Appropriate engineering controls:

Provide local exhaust or general room ventilation. Ensure exposure is below occupational exposure limits (where available). Emergency eye wash fountains and safety showers should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure.

Eye protection:Chemical goggles or face shield. EN 166

Skin and body protection: Wear suitable protective clot

Hand protection:

Chemical resistant gloves (according to European standard EN 374 or equivalent). Please follow the instructions related to the permeability and the penetration time provided by the manufacturer

Other skin protection

Materials for protective clothing: Personal protective equipment should be chosen according to the CEN standards and in discussion with the supplier of the protective equipment

Respiratory protection:

Where exposure through inhalation may occur from use, respiratory protection equipment is recommended. Respiratory protective device with a particle filter

Stability and reactivity

The product is non-reactive under normal conditions of use, storage and transport.

Stable under normal conditions.

Disposal considerations

Avoid release to the environment. Do not allow product to spread into the environment. Prevent from entering sewers, basements and workpits, or any place where its accumulation can be dangerous. Notify authorities if product enters sewers or public waters.

Waste treatment methods

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with licensed collector’s sorting instructions.

Disposal must be carried out using appropriate EWC code.

Sewage disposal recommendations

Disposal must be done according to official regulations. Do not dispose of waste into sewer.

Product/Packaging disposal recommendations

Dispose in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations.

Ecology - waste materials

Avoid release to the environment.