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Guidance on Safe Use

Guidance on Safe Use

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First-aid measures

After inhalation:

Supply fresh air. If symptoms are experienced, get medical attention.

In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.

After skin contact:

Immediately rinse with plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation or skin rash occurs. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse.

After eye contact:

Immediately rinse with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Hold eyelids apart and flush

eyes with plenty of cool low-pressure water for 15 minutes. Consult an ophthalmologist.

After ingestion:

Do NOT induce vomiting. If person is conscious, rinse out mouth with water. Immediately call a doctor/physician.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed: Pulmonary effects if swallowed accidentally.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed: If swallowed accidentally, medical survey for 48 hours minimum.

Fire-fighting measures

Flammability of the product: Flammable liquid.

Suitable extinguishing agents: CO2, foam, powder.

Hazardous thermal decomposition products: carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, acrid fumes.

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters:

Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus.

Additional information: Cool endangered receptacles with water spray.

Accidental release measures

Person-related safety precautions:

Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Provide adequate ventilation. Remove all sources of ignition.

Measures for environmental protection:

Do not allow product to reach soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (soil, waterways, drains or sewers).

Measures for cleaning/collecting:

- Small spills : Absorb spilled liquid with inert absorbent. Collect in an appropriate container properly labelled. Close is for disposal.

- Large spills : Stop spill if it can be done without danger. Dike. Pump as much liquid as possible with an explosion-proof pump or a hand pump. Absorb the remaining liquid with inert absorbent. Collect in an appropriate container properly labelled. Close it for disposal. Use only non-sparking tools.

Handling and storage

Handling:

Wear personal protective equipment. Provide adequate ventilation in the workplace. Protect against electrostatic charges. Use only non-sparking tools. Keep ignition sources away. Protect from heat.

Conditions for safe storage:

Store if possible under cover in a cool well-ventilated location. Keep container tightly sealed.

All equipments including ventilation systems must be equipotential and earthed.

Keep away from sources of ignition. Protect from heat and direct sunlight.

Recommended and Unsuitable Materials for Storage :

- Stainless steel, aluminium

- Certain plastics and elastomers may not be compatible with the product. Test or get manufacturers recommendation prior to use.

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:
2319
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
TERPENE HYDROCARBONS, N.O.S. (myrcene), ENVIRONMENTALLY DANGEROUS
Chemical name:
myrcene
Language:
English
Labels:
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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:
2319
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
TERPENE HYDROCARBONS, N.O.S. (myrcene)
Chemical name:
myrcene
Language:
English
Labels:
3
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:
2319
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
TERPENE HYDROCARBONS, N.O.S. (myrcene), MARINE POLLUTANT
Chemical name:
myrcene
Labels:
3
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Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:
2319
Shipping information
Proper shipping name and description:
TERPENE HYDROCARBONS, N.O.S. (myrcene)
Chemical name:
myrcene
Labels:
3
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Exposure controls / personal protection

General protective and hygienic measures:

The usual precautionary measures are to be adhered to when handling chemicals. Emergency eye wash fountains and safety showers should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure.

Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing.

Avoid contact with eyes and skin.

Respiratory protection:

Use suitable respiratory protective device in case of insufficient ventilation.

Hand protection:

Protective gloves resistant to chemicals (standard EN 374-1).

Gloves should be discarded and replaced if there is any indication of degradation or chemical breakthrough.

Eye protection:

Safety goggles (standard EN 166).

Body protection:

Protective work clothing.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity: No data from specific reactivity tests are available for this product or this class of product.

Chemical stability: Product stable under storage and handling conditions according to specifications

Possibility of hazardous reactions: No hazardous reactions known except those with incompatible products listed below.

Conditions to avoid: Keep away from any flame or source of sparks.

Incompatible materials: strong mineral acids.

Hazardous decomposition products No dangerous decomposition products known.

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods: National and regional regulations have to be adhered to.

The product has to be disposed of in an authorised incinerator, according to regulation.

Uncleaned packaging: Packaging has to be sent to an authorised waste treatment facility, for recycling or disposal.