Phenol

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

Description of first aid measures

General information: First aider: Pay attention to self-protection!

Remove the casualty into fresh air and keep them calm. Remove contaminated clothing. If victim is at risk of losing consciousness, position and transport on their side.

In case of inhalation: Provide for adequate fresh air. If breathing becomes irregular or ceases, apply rescue breathing or artificial respiration immediately, where required supply oxygen. Immediately get medical attention.

Following skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately get medical attention. Treat by intermittent water washes and polyethylene glycol (e.g. PEG300 or PEG400). Time is essential to prevent tissue destruction. Wash as much product from the skin as possible with water and PEG alternating at least for 30 minutes or until further medical attention is received. When using PEG gloves must be worn.

After eye contact: If product gets into the eye, keep eyelid open and rinse immediately with large quantities of water, for at least 20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Subsequently seek the immediate attention of an ophthalmologist.

After swallowing: Rinse mouth immediately and drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting. Immediately get medical attention.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

In case of inhalation: Mucous membrane irritation, cough, shortage of breath, damage of respiratory tract.

After contact with skin: Strong skin absorption as main danger of phenol poisoning at the workplace with paralysis of the central nervous system (with lethal consequences in severe cases) as well as liver and kidney damage

After eye contact: burns

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Symptoms and dangers:

No specific antidote therapy for phenol poisoning is known. Therefore it is important to remove the phenol completely from the body surface and out of the body as quickly as possible, and in the case of inhalation prophylactic treatment to prevent pulmonal oedema is of great importance. Phenol causes strong caustic burns of the skin and mucous membranes due to its protein degenerating action. The skin initially discolours white, later red. After initial pain, local anaesthesia appears. Absortive poisoning by large amounts of phenol is possible also through small affected skin regions and quickly leads to paralysis of the central nervous system as well as strong depression of the body temperature. Inhaling phenol vapours can lead to damage of the bronchial system and pulmonal oedema. Systemic damage to kidneys, liver and heart as well as neuropsychiatric disturbances are produced.

Treatment:

Thoroughly clean the wetted skin areas, if possible with polyethylene glycol (e.g. polyethylene glycol 300). In case of eye contact, rinse copiously with water, in case of burns rinse continuously with water as far as possible and take to an eye specialist or eye clinic. In case of inhalation, to prevent pulmonal oedemia, initiate inhalative cortisone therapy as early as possible (e.g. every 10 minutes 5 strokes of a cortisone containing aerosol dosing spray); administer codeine against dry coughing. In case of commencing

or manifested pulmonary oedemia, systemic administration of cortisone. Caution: A low symptom or symptom-free interval is possible. If swallowed, gastric lavage after intubation, activated charcoal, saline laxative.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media: Extinguishing powder, Foam, water spray jet

In enclosed areas: carbon dioxide

Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons: Full water jet.

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Combustible. Vapours are heavier than air and will spread at floor level.

In case of warming Development of explosive gases/vapours.

Hazardous vapours may form during fires.

In case of fire may be liberated: carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

Advice for firefighters

Special protective equipment for firefighters:

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical protective clothing.

Additional information: Hazchem-Code: °3X

Heating will lead to pressure increase: Danger of bursting and explosion. Move container away or cool with water from a protected position. Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This must not be discharged into drains. Fire residuals and

contaminated extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with the regulations of the local authorities.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Remove all sources of ignition. Keep upwind.

Do not breathe vapours. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with the substance.

Wear suitable protective clothing. Provide adequate ventilation.

Leaks may be repaired only with full protection (tightly closing chemical protection clothing, respirator equipment independent of the ambient air).

Environmental precautions

Do not allow to penetrate into soil, waterbodies or drains.

Danger to drinking water when soaking into the soil or waters. In case of entry into waterways, soil or drains, inform the responsible authorities.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Allow the leaked product to solidify if this is possible without endangering people. Take up mechanically, placing in appropriate containers for disposal.

Phenol, liquid: Collect spillage. Absorb with liquid-binding material (e.g. sand, diatomaceous earth, acid- or universal binding agents) and place in closed containers for disposal. Final cleaning.

Collect the rinsing water when cleaning-down contaminated equipment and plant components (to prevent phenol from escaping into deep soil layers).

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Advices on safe handling:

Execute works under fume hood. Do not inhale substance.

Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.

The material is to be handled with extreme caution.

Requires good ventilation.

Welding operations are permitted only under supervision.

Precautions against fire and explosion:

Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storerooms and containers:

Keep container tightly closed.

storage temperature:

liquid: 50 !C up to 60 !C

solid: 15 !C up to 25 !C

Keep container in a well-ventilated place. Protect from light.

Material: steel or Refined steel.

Keep locked up. Only trained personnel may be allowed to enter storage area.

Hints on joint storage: Do not store together with food. Do not store together with: Solvent, aluminium, aldehydes, halogens, hydrogen peroxide, oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases, formaldehyde, nitrites, nitrates, halogenates, peroxide compounds.

Further details: Reserved for industrial and professional use.

Specific end use(s)

For use in industrial installations and professional treatment only.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

UN 2312 (Phenol at temperatures above melting point (>40,9 °C))
UN 1671 (Phenol at temperatures below melting point (<40,9 °C))

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

UN 2312, PHENOL, MOLTEN (Phenol at temperatures above melting point (>40,9 °C))
UN 1671, PHENOL, SOLID (Phenol at temperatures below melting point (<40,9 °C))

Chemical name:

Phenol

Language:

English

Labels:

6.1

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

solid (<40,9 °C) liquid (>40,9 °C)
Limited quantities: 500 g 0
EQ: E4 E0

Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:

UN 2312 (Phenol at temperatures above melting point (>40,9 °C))
UN 1671 (Phenol at temperatures below melting point (<40,9 °C))

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

UN 2312, PHENOL, MOLTEN (Phenol at temperatures above melting point (>40,9 °C))
UN 1671, PHENOL, SOLID (Phenol at temperatures below melting point (<40,9 °C))

Chemical name:

Phenol

Language:

English

Labels:

6.1

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

solid (<40,9 °C) liquid (>40,9 °C)
Limited quantities: 500 g 0
EQ: E4 E0

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

Un 2312 (Phenol at temperatures above melting point (>40,9 °C))
UN 1671 (Phenol at temperatures below melting point (<40,9 °C))

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

UN 2312, PHENOL, MOLTEN (Phenol at temperatures above melting point (>40,9 °C))
UN 1671, PHENOL, SOLID (Phenol at temperatures below melting point (<40,9 °C))

Chemical name:

Phenol

Labels:

6.1

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

solid (<40,9 °C) liquid (>40,9 °C)
Limited quantities: 500 g 0
EQ: E4 E0

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

UN 2312 (Phenol at temperatures above melting point (>40,9 °C))
UN 1671 (Phenol at temperatures below melting point (<40,9 °C))

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

UN 2312, PHENOL, MOLTEN (Phenol at temperatures above melting point (>40,9 °C))
UN 1671, PHENOL, SOLID (Phenol at temperatures below melting point (<40,9 °C))

Chemical name:

Phenol

Labels:

6.1

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

solid (<40,9 °C) liquid (>40,9 °C)
Passenger Ltd.Qty.: Pack.Instr. Y644 - Max. Net Qty/Pkg. 1 kg Forbidden
Passenger: Pack.Instr. 669 - Max. Net Qty/Pkg. 25 kg Forbidden
Cargo: Pack.Instr. 676 - Max. Net Qty/Pkg. 100 kg Forbidden
EQ: E4 E0

SpecialProvisions

Exposure controls / personal protection

All exposure relevant information (human health and environment) is summarised in annexes to the safety data sheet.

Control parameters

Occupational exposure limit values:

Type                                                                                                                  Limit value

Europe: IOELV: STEL                                                                                       16 mg/m³; 4 ppm

Europe: IOELV: TWA                                                                                         8 mg/m³; 2 ppm

Great Britain: WEL-STEL                                                                                16 mg/m³; 4 ppm

Great Britain: WEL-TWA                                                                                  7.8 mg/m³; 2 ppm

Ireland: 15 minutes                                                                                       16 mg/m³; 4 ppm

Ireland: 8 hours                                                                                               8 mg/m³; 2 ppm

Additional information: All exposure relevant information (human health and environment) is summarised in

annexes to this safety data sheet.

DNEL/DMEL:

DNEL long-term, workers, inhalative: 8 mg/m³

DNEL long-term, workers, dermal: 1.23 mg/ kg bw/d

PNEC: PNEC water (freshwater): 0.0077 mg/L

PNEC water (marine water): 0.00077 mg/L.

PNEC sediment (freshwater): 0.0915 mg/kg dwt.

PNEC sediment (marine water): 0.00915 mg/kg dwt.

PNEC soil: 0.136 mg/kg dwt.

Exposure controls

Execute works under fume hood. Do not inhale substance. The substance should only be handled in closed apparatus or systems. Process exhaust through separator/filter as needed.

Occupational exposure controls

All information for relevant exposure scenarios including operational conditions and risk management measures are listed in 'Annex I: worker exposure and risk assessment'.

Respiratory protection: Respiratory protection must be worn whenever the WEL levels have been exceeded. Use filter type ABEK according to EN 14387.

Hand protection: Protective gloves according to EN 374.

Glove material: Neoprene, PVC

Breakthrough time:

140 min. (Neoprene)

75 min. (PVC)

Observe glove manufacturer's instructions concerning penetrability and breakthrough time.

Eye protection: Goggles (DIN EN 58211) or face protection shield.

Body protection: Wear suitable protective clothing. Material: PVC safety shoes according to EN 345-347.

General protection and hygiene measures: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Have eye wash bottle or eye rinse ready at work place. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Preventive skin protection. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product. Then apply enough skin protecting cream.

Alternatives to the following personal protective measures can only be determined in agreement with a responsible safety experts.

Environmental exposure controls

All information for relevant exposure scenarios including operational conditions and risk management measures are listed in 'Annex II: Environmental Exposure and Risk Assessment' and 'Annex III: Environmental Exposure Calculation Tool'.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

hygroscopic

Chemical stability

Product is stable under normal storage conditions.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions are known.

Conditions to avoid

No decomposition when used properly. It may react to form catechol, hydroquinone, as a result of radical formation. Protect

from moisture contamination.

Incompatible materials

Oxidizing agents, aldehydes, isocyanates, nitrites, nitrides, Friedel-Crafts catalysts. Avoid ignitable vapour-air-mixtures. Unsuitable materials Metals, Rubber, various plastics, alloys

Hazardous decomposition products

In case of fire may be liberated: carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods

Product

Waste key number: 07 01 99 = Wastes from the manufacture, formulation, supply and use (MFSU) of basic organic chemicals

                                                       MFSU = manufacture, formulation, supply and use

                                                       

Recommendation: Possible alternatives:

ASN070108*: Other still bottoms and reaction residues.

ASN070101*: Aqueous washing liquids and mother liquors.

Incinerate according to applicable local, state and federal regulations. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.

Contaminated packaging

Recommendation: Dispose of waste according to applicable legislation. Handle contaminated packages in the same way as the substance itself. Non-contaminated packages may be recycled.