Reaction mass of 1,4-benzenediamine, N-(1,4-dimethylpentyl)- and N,N'-bis(1,4-dimethylpentyl)-p-phenylenediamine

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

Description of first aid measures

If inhaled : If breathed in, move person into fresh air.

Give oxygen or artificial respiration if needed.

Consult a physician after significant exposure.

In case of skin contact : Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately.

Wash off with soap and plenty of water.

If skin irritation occurs, seek medical advice/attention.

Wash contaminated clothing before re-use.

Destroy contaminated shoes.

In case of eye contact : Immediately flush eye(s) with plenty of water.

If symptoms persist, call a physician.

If swallowed : Do NOT induce vomiting.

Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water.

Call a physician or poison control centre immediately.

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media : Extinguishing media - large fires

Alcohol-resistant foam (on small fires)

Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Dry chemical

Unsuitable extinguishing media : Water spray jet

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards during firefighting : Burning produces noxious and toxic fumes.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Personal precautions : Evacuate personnel to safe areas.

Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

Ventilate the area.

Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions : Toxic to aquatic life.

Do not allow uncontrolled discharge of product into the environment.

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up : Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder, sawdust).

Shovel into suitable container for disposal.

Large spills should be collected mechanically (remove by pumping) for disposal.

Ventilate the area.

Reference to other sections

Keep in properly labelled containers., Dispose of rinse water as waste water.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Advice on safe handling : Handle and open container with care.

Protect from moisture.

Heat only in areas with appropriate exhaust ventilation.

Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

Avoid inhalation, ingestion and contact with skin and eyes.

Wash thoroughly after handling.

Keep container closed when not in use.

Allergic reactions may develop after inhalation of low concentrations, also several hours after exposure. Regular medical checks, including lung function, are recommended for long term and repeated use of isocyanates.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage areas and containers : Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and wellventilated place.

Other data : Stable at normal ambient temperature and pressure.

Specific end use(s)

Specific use(s) : Raw material for industry

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

3077

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (N,N'-bis(1,4-dimethylpentyl)-p-phenylenediamine, Phenylenediamine)

Chemical name:

N,N'-bis(1,4-dimethylpentyl)-p-phenylenediamine, Phenylenediamine

Language:

English

Labels:

9

Special provisions / remarks

Special provisions:

Tunnel restriction code : (E), full load, tank-container
Environmentally hazardous : yes

Remarks:

The substance is an on-site isolated intermediate, and is not transported.

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

UN number:

3077

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (N,N'-bis(1,4-dimethylpentyl)-p-phenylenediamine, Phenylenediamine)

Chemical name:

N,N'-bis(1,4-dimethylpentyl)-p-phenylenediamine, Phenylenediamine

Language:

English

Labels:

9

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

The substance is an on-site isolated intermediate, and is not transported.

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

3077

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (N,N'-bis(1,4-dimethylpentyl)-p-phenylenediamine, Phenylenediamine)

Chemical name:

N,N'-bis(1,4-dimethylpentyl)-p-phenylenediamine, Phenylenediamine

Labels:

9

Marine pollutant

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

The substance is an on-site isolated intermediate, and is not transported.

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

3077

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (N,N'-bis(1,4-dimethylpentyl)-p-phenylenediamine, Phenylenediamine)

Chemical name:

N,N'-bis(1,4-dimethylpentyl)-p-phenylenediamine, Phenylenediamine

Labels:

9

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

The substance is an on-site isolated intermediate, and is not transported.

Additional transport information

Additional information

Special provisions / remarks / other:

The substance is an on-site isolated intermediate, and is not transported.

Exposure controls / personal protection

Exposure controls

Engineering measures

Use mechanical ventilation for general area control.

Ensure that extracted air cannot be returned to the workplace through the ventilation system.

Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

Personal protective equipment

Respiratory protection : Use respirator when performing operations involving potential exposure to vapour of the product.

Respirator with filter for organic vapour

Hand protection : Chemical resistant protective gloves

Impervious butyl rubber gloves

Eye protection : Wear face-shield and protective suit for abnormal processing problems.or Safety goggles

Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

Skin and body protection : Long sleeved clothing Rubber or plastic apron

To protect against splashes from pouring: Rubber or plastic boots

Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use.

Discard contaminated shoes.

Hygiene measures : Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

When working with hot material, avoid contact with skin.

Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Wash thoroughly after handling.

Keep working clothes separately.

Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

Allergic reactions may develop after inhalation of low concentrations, also several hours after exposure. Regular medical checks, including lung function, are recommended for long term and repeated use of isocyanates.

Environmental exposure controls

General advice : Toxic to aquatic life.

Do not allow uncontrolled discharge of product into the environment.

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.

Chemical stability

No decomposition if stored and applied as directed.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

Hazardous reactions : Hazardous polymerisation does not occur.

Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid : Exposure to air. Exposure to moisture.

Incompatible materials

Materials to avoid : Strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products

: Carbon monoxide

Carbon dioxide (CO2)

nitrogen oxides (NOx)

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods

Product : Dispose of waste material in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

Waste must be classified and labelled prior to recycling or disposal.

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