Registration Dossier
Registration Dossier
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EC number: 420-670-1 | CAS number: 37443-42-8 METHFAT
Guidance on Safe Use
Administrative data
First-aid measures
Emergency measure - Inhalation: Remove patient to fresh air. Symptomatic treatment.
Emergency measure - Eyes: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes. If irritation develops, seek medical attention.
Emergency measure - Skin: Wash affected area with soap and water. If irritation
develops, seek medical attention.
Emergency measure - Ingestion: Seek medical attention.
Fire-fighting measures
Recommended extinguishing agent: Carbon dioxide, water spray, alcohol foam or dry powder may
be used.
Product arising from burning: Products of combustion may contain oxides of carbon and
water.
Product determined by test: N
Protective equipment: A self-contained breathing apparatus should be worn.
Accidental release measures
Emergency measures in case of spillage: Wear suitable protective clothing (see section 2.3.10).
Evacuate the area. Eliminate sources of ignition. Absorb
spilt substance on chemically inert material (sand, sawdust,
earth etc.). Sweep up, avoid raising a dust and place in
labelled containers for disposal. Dispose of by incineration
or at a landfill site in accordance with local regulations.
Wash spill site with water and retain washings for disposal.
Handling and storage
Handling: Avoid skin and eye contact. Goggles, gloves and full
protective clothing should be worn. Gloves and protective
clothing should be of PVC, neoprene or butyl rubber.
If vapour is likely to be liberated or aerosols produced,
wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Storage: Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool dry place away
from sources of ignition.
Packaging of the substance and or preparation: 250-litre phenolic lacquer-lined steel drums.
Transport information
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Special provisions / remarks
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- Transport: No special precautions.
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Exposure controls / personal protection
Stability and reactivity
Danger other than fire: None reported.
Chemical reaction with water: None reported.
Dust explosion: Not applicable, substance is a liquid.
Dust explosion determined by test: N
Disposal considerations
Industry - Possibility of recovery/recycling: Recovery by distillation is possible following a spillage or
unintentional discharge. (A614)
Industry - Possibility of neutralisation: None known.
Industry - Possibility of destruction: controlled discharge: Disposal at a landfill site is possible. (A650)
Industry - Possibility of destruction - incineration: Recommended method of disposal at a suitable facility.
Industry - Possibility of destruction - water purification: Not recommended.
Public at large - Possibility of recovery/recycling: The substance will not enter the public domain.
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