2-iodoethanol

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

1. Description of first aid measures

- First-aid measures general : Seek medical advice (show the label where possible).

- First-aid measures after inhalation : Give oxygen or artificial respiration as needed. Remove from exposure, if possible in fresh air and lie down the victim. Get medical advice/attention.

- First-aid measures after skin contact : Get immediate medical advice/attention. Remove affected clothing and wash all exposed skin area with mild soap and water, followed by warm water rinse.

- First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse immediately and plentifully with water, also under the eyelids, for at least 20 minutes. Get medical advice/attention.

- First-aid measures after ingestion : Get immediate medical advice/attention. If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious).

2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

- Symptoms/effects : This information is based on our current knowledge and is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety and environmental requirements only. It should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing any specific property of the product.

- Symptoms/effects after inhalation : Irritation of the respiratory tract.

- Symptoms/effects after skin contact : Causes skin irritation. Caution! Substance is absorbed through the skin.

- Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Can occur: eye irritation.

: May cause irritation to the digestive tract. Toxic if swallowed.

- Symptoms/effects after ingestion : May cause irritation to the digestive tract. Toxic if swallowed.

3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Treat symptomatically.

Fire-fighting measures

1. Extinguishing media

- Suitable extinguishing media : Dry chemical, CO2, dry sand, or alcohol-resistant foam.

2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

- Fire hazard : In case of fire, irritating gases come free.

3. Advice for firefighters

- Precautionary measures fire : Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. Evacuate area.

- Firefighting instructions : Fight fire from safe distance and protected location. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus when entering area unless atmosphere is proved to be safe.

- Protection during firefighting : Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. Self-contained breathing apparatus.

Accidental release measures

1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

General measures : Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Ensure adequate air ventilation.

*For non-emergency personnel

- Protective equipment : Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

- Emergency procedures : Evacuate area

*For emergency responders

- Protective equipment : Wear a self contained breathing apparatus. Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye or face protection.

- Emergency procedures : Evacuate and limit access.

2. Environmental precautions

Avoid release to the environment. Do not allow to enter drains or water courses.

3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

- For containment : Keep container closed when not in use. Keep away from heat.

- Methods for cleaning up : Collect spills and put it into appropriated container. Soak up spills with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as possible.

4. Reference to other sections

No additional information available

Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling

- Precautions for safe handling : Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not breathe vapours. Ensure adequate ventilation.

- Hygiene measures :  Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

- Storage conditions : Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep container closed when not in use. Store in dry, cool, well-ventilated area.

- Incompatible products : Strong acids. Strong bases. Strong oxidizing agents. Reducing agents

- Incompatible materials : Heat sources

- Storage temperature : 0(2-8)°C

- Storage area : Store in a dry, cool place. Store in a well-ventilated place.

3. Specific end use(s)

No additional information available

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

UN2810

Shipping

SpecialProvisions

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

UN number:

2810

Shipping

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

2810

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

UN 2810 TOXIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S., 6.1, II

Chemical name:

2-iodoethanol

Remarks

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

2810

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

UN 2810 TOXIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S., 6.1, II

Chemical name:

2-iodoethanol

Remarks

SpecialProvisions

Exposure controls / personal protection

No additional information available

Stability and reactivity

1. Reactivity : Stable under normal conditions.

2. Chemical stability : Stable under normal conditions.

3. Possibility of hazardous reactions : None under normal use.

4. Conditions to avoid : Heat sources.

5. Incompatible materials : Strong acids, strong bases and strong oxidants. Strong reducing agents.

6. Hazardous decomposition products : Carbon dioxide. Carbon monoxide.

Disposal considerations

1. Waste treatment method

- Regional legislation (waste) : Disposal must be done according to official regulations.

- Waste treatment methods : Dissolve or mix with a combustible solvent. This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.

- Sewage disposal recommendations : Do not allow into drains or water courses.

- Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : Disposal must be done according to official regulations. Remove to an authorized incinerator equipped with an afterburner and a flue gas scrubber.

- Ecology - waste materials : Avoid release to the environment.