2-ethylhexyl 7-oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane-3-carboxylate

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

General:       Get medical attention if symptoms occur. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Place unconscious person on the side in the recovery position and ensure breathing can take place. Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved and take precautions to protect themselves.

4.1 Description of first aid measures

Inhalation:       In case of inhalation of spray mist: Move person into fresh air and keep at rest. For breathing difficulties, oxygen may be necessary. Consult a physician for specific advice. Persons who have inhaled vapours or smoke fumes have to be put under medical observation for at least 48 hours, due to the delayed appearance of poisoning.

Eye contact:       Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If easy to do, remove contact lenses. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Skin contact:       Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. If skin irritation or an allergic skin reaction develops, get medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Destroy or thoroughly clean contaminated shoes.

Ingestion:       If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious). Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Do not induce vomiting without advice from poison control center. Never give liquid to an unconscious person. Provide fresh air, warmth and rest, preferably in comfortable upright sitting position. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If vomiting occurs, keep head low so that stomach content doesn't get into the lungs.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:       none known

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Hazards:       None known

Treatment:       Treat symptomatically.

Fire-fighting measures

General Fire Hazards:       Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. Keep upwind. In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media:       Water spray, foam, dry powder or carbon dioxide.

Unsuitable extinguishing media:       Avoid water in straight hose stream; will scatter and spread fire.

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:       May ignite at high temperature. During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed. Risk of chemical pneumonia after aspiration. Hazardous Combustion Products : carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide .

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Special fire fighting procedures:       In case of fire: Evacuate area. Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Prevent runoff from fire control or dilution from entering streams, sewers, or drinking water supply. Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters:       Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.

Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:       No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Keep unauthorized personnel away. Ventilate closed spaces before entering them. Avoid inhalation of vapors and spray mists. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Caution: Contaminated surfaces may be slippery. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Reference to other sections See Section 8 of the SDS for Personal Protective Equipment.

6.2 Environmental Precautions:       Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Clear up spills immediately and dispose of waste safely. Prevent spillage entering a watercourse or sewer, contaminating soil or vegetation. If this is not possible notify police and appropriate authorities immediately.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:       Small Liquid Spills: Use a non-combustible material like vermiculite, sand or earth to soak up the product and place into a container for later disposal. Large Spillages: Dike for later disposal. Collect spillage in containers, seal securely and deliver for disposal according to local regulations. Otherwise, absorb spill with vermiculite or other inert material, then place in a container for chemical waste. Clean surface thoroughly to remove residual contamination. Prevent runoff from entering drains, sewers, or streams.

Notification Procedures:       In the event of a spill or accidental release, notify relevant authorities in accordance with all applicable regulations.

Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling:       Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Handle product only in closed system or provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at machinery. An eye wash bottle must be available at the work site. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. See Section 8 of the SDS for Personal Protective Equipment. Do not taste or swallow. Do not breathe mist or vapor from heated material. In case of inadequate ventilation, use respiratory protection. Do not get in eyes and avoid contact with skin and clothing. Wash promptly with soap and water if skin becomes contaminated. Remove contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Destroy or thoroughly clean contaminated shoes. Drain or remove substance from equipment prior to break-in or maintenance. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. See also Section 8 for additional information on hygiene measures.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:       Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Keep container tightly closed and in a well-ventilated place. Keep upright. Keep in original container. Store locked up. Store away from incompatible materials. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Store in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Transport information

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls:       Good general ventilation (typically 10 air changes per hour) should be used.  Ventilation rates should be matched to conditions.  If applicable, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below recommended exposure limits.  If exposure limits have not been established, maintain airborne levels to an acceptable level.

Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment

General information:       An eye wash bottle must be available at the work site. Provide access to washing facilities including soap, skin cleanser and fatty cream.

Eye/face protection:       Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists, gases or dusts. Recommendations: Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles). Use safety goggles and face shield in case of splash risk.

Skin protection

Hand Protection:       If prolonged or repeated contact is likely, chemical resistant gloves are recommended. If contact with forearms is likely, wear gauntlet style gloves. 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. After contamination with product change the gloves immediately and dispose of them according to relevant national and local regulations. See Solutia Glove Facts for permeation data. 1) The breakthrough time of the glove material, with regard to the amount and duration of dermal exposure: > 8 hours.

1)  Butyl rubber. Neoprene. Nitrile rubber. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Rubber (natural, latex).

Other:       Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product. Recommendations: Apron or other light protective clothing and boots. If prolonged or repeated contact is likely, chemical resistant clothing is recommended. Promptly remove non-impervious clothing that becomes wet or contaminated.

Respiratory Protection:       If engineering controls do not maintain airborne concentrations below recommended exposure limits (where applicable) or to an acceptable level (in countries where exposure limits have not been established), an approved respirator must be worn. Personal protection equipment should be chosen according to the CEN standards and in discussion with the supplier of the personal protective equipment. Respirator type: Particle filter device (DIN EN 143) Recommendations: Dust filter P2 (for fine dust).

Hygiene measures:       Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using the product. Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.

Environmental Controls:       Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels. Do not contaminate water sources or sewer.

Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity:       Material is stable under normal conditions.

10.2 Chemical Stability:       Material is stable under normal conditions.

10.3 Possibility of Hazardous Reactions:       None under normal conditions.

10.4 Conditions to Avoid:       None known.

10.5 Incompatible Materials:       Strong oxidizing agents.

10.6 Hazardous Decomposition Products:       Emits acrid smoke and fumes when heated to decomposition.

Disposal considerations

General information:       The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible.Comply with requirements of waste disposal legislation and any local authority requirements.The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible.

Disposal methods:       Recover and reclaim or recycle, if practical. Dispose of this material and its container to hazardous or special waste collection point. Dispose of waste at an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. Do not discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground.

Since emptied containers retain product residue, follow label warnings even after container is emptied. Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or disposal.

European Waste Codes

Waste codes should be assigned by the user based on the application for which the product was used.  According to the European Waste Catalogue, Waste Codes are not product specific, but application specific.

The following Waste Codes are only suggestions.  Any waste marked with an asterisk (*) is considered as a hazardous waste pursuant to Directive 91/689/EEC on hazardous waste, and subject to the provisions of that Directive unless Article 1(5) of that Directive applies.

Unused product:       07 02 14* 16 05 08*:  wastes from additives containing dangerous substances discarded organic chemicals consisting of or containing dangerous substances

Used product:       07 02 14* 16 03 05*:  wastes from additives containing dangerous substances organic wastes containing dangerous substances

Contaminated Packaging:       15 01 10*:  packaging containing residues of or contaminated by dangerous substances