4,4-dimethyloxazolidine

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

General advice:

- Move out of dangerous area.

- Consult a physician.

- Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

- Do not leave the victim unattended.

If inhaled:

- Move to fresh air.

- If unconscious, place in recovery position and seek medical advice.

- If symptoms persist, call a physician.

In case of skin contact:

- If skin irritation persists, call a physician.

- If on skin, rinse well with water.

- If on clothes, remove clothes.

In case of eye contact:

- Small amounts splashed into eyes can cause irreversible tissue damage and blindness.

- In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

- Continue rinsing eyes during transport to hospital.

- Remove contact lenses.

- Protect unharmed eye.

- Keep eye wide open while rinsing.

- If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist.

If swallowed:

- Keep respiratory tract clear.

- Do NOT induce vomiting.

- Do not give milk or alcoholic beverages.

- Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

- If symptoms persist, call a physician.

- Take victim immediately to hospital.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:

- Harmful if swallowed.

- Toxic in contact with skin or if inhaled.

- Causes skin irritation.

- Causes serious eye damage.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

- Treatment: The first aid procedure should be established in consultation with the doctor responsible for industrial medicine.

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media:

- Alcohol-resistant foam

- Carbon dioxide (CO2)

- Dry chemical

Unsuitable extinguishing media:

- High volume water jet

Specific hazards during fire fighting:

- Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses.

Hazardous combustion products:

- Carbon oxides

- Nitrogen oxides (NOx)

Advice for firefighters

- Special protective equipment for firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

Further information :

- Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This must not be discharged into drains.

- Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.

- For safety reasons in case of fire, cans should be stored separately in closed containments.

- Use a water spray to cool fully closed containers.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions:

- Use personal protective equipment.

- Remove all sources of ignition.

- Evacuate personnel to safe areas.

- Refer to protective measures listed below in sections 'Handling and storage' and 'Exposure controls/personal rotection'.

- Beware of vapours accumulating to form explosive concentrations. Vapours can accumulate in low areas.

Environmental precautions:

- Prevent product from entering drains.

- Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

Methods for cleaning up:

- Contain spillage, and then collect with non-combustible absorbent material, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite) and place in container for disposal according to local / national regulations (see section "disposal considerations").

- Use neutralizing agents.

Treat recovered material as described in the section "Disposal considerations".

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Advice on safe handling:

- Avoid formation of aerosol.

- Do not breathe vapours/dust.

- Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

- For personal protection see section ' Exposure controls/personal protection'.

- Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited in the application area.

- Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

- Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms.

- Open drum carefully as content may be under pressure.

- Dispose of rinse water in accordance with local and national regulations.

- To prevent leaks or spillages from spreading, provide a suitable liquid retention system.

Advice on protection against fire and explosion:

- Do not spray on a naked flame or any incandescent material.

- Take necessary action to avoid static electricity discharge (which might cause ignition of organic vapors).

- Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.

Hygiene measures:

- Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. When using do not eat or drink. When using do not smoke. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage areas and containers:

- No smoking. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and wellventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Observe label precautions. Electrical installations / working materials must comply with the technological safety standards.

Further information on storage conditions:

- Storage class (TRGS 510): 3, Flammable liquids

Further information on storage stability:

- No decomposition if stored and applied as directed.

Specific use(s): Laboratory chemicals

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

UN 1992

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

Chemical name:

4,4-Dimethyloxazolidine 78% in water

Class or division:

Class 3: Flammable liquids

Remarks:

Classification Code : FT1

Packing group:

Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger

Labels:

3 (6.1)

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Tunnel restriction code : (D/E)

Shipping

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

UN 1992

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

FLAMMABLE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.

Chemical name:

4,4-DIMETHYLOXAZOLIDINE 78% IN WATER

Class or division:

Class 3: Flammable liquids

Packing group:

Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger

EmS code:

F-E

S-D

Labels:

3 (6.1)

Remarks

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

UN 1992

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Flammable liquid, toxic, n.o.s.

Chemical name:

4,4-Dimethyloxazolidine 78% in water

Class or division:

Class 3: Flammable liquids

Packing group:

Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger

Remarks:

Packing instruction (LQ) : Y343

Labels:

Flammable Liquids, Toxic

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Packing instruction (cargo aircraft): 366
Packing instruction (passenger aircraft): 355

Additional transport information

Additional information

Special provisions / remarks / other:

The transport classification(s) provided herein are for informational purposes only, and solely based upon the properties of the unpackaged material. Transportation classifications may vary by mode of transportation, package sizes, and variations in regional or country regulations.

Exposure controls / personal protection

Control parameters:

- Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.

Exposure controls. Personal protective equipment

Eye protection :

- Eye wash bottle with pure water

- Tightly fitting safety goggles

- Wear face-shield and protective suit for abnormal processing problems.

Hand protection in case of contact through splashing:

Material : Nitrile rubber

Break through time : > 30 min

Glove thickness : > 0,11 mm

Remarks:              

- The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it. This recommendation is only valid for the product mentioned in the dossier and provided by the registrant and for the application specified by registrant. Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. Also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion, and the contact time. The suitability for a specific workplace should be discussed with the producers of the protective gloves.

Skin and body protection:

- Impervious clothing

- Choose body protection according to the amount and concentration of the dangerous substance at the work place.

Respiratory protection:

- In the case of vapor formation use a respirator with an approved filter.

Stability and reactivity

1. Reactivity

No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.

2. Chemical stability

Stable under normal conditions.

3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

Hazardous reactions: Corrodes base metals.

Reacts with the following substances:

- Acids

- Oxidizing agents

Vapours may form explosive mixture with air.

No decomposition if stored and applied as directed.

4. Conditions to avoid

- Heat, flames and sparks.

- Electrostatic discharge

5. Incompatible materials to avoid:

- Acids

- Oxidizing agents

6. Hazardous decomposition products

In case of fire hazardous decomposition products may be produced such as:

- Carbon dioxide (CO2)

- Nitrogen oxides (NOx)

- Formaldehyde

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods

Product :

- Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with chemical or used container.

- Send to a licensed waste management company.

Contaminated packaging :       

- Empty remaining contents.

- Dispose of as unused product.

- Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or disposal.

- Do not re-use empty containers.

- Do not burn, or use a cutting torch on, the empty drum.