2-ethoxyethyl {4-[2,6-dioxo-7-(4-propoxyphenyl)-2,6-dihydrobenzo[1,2-b:4,5-b']difuran-3-yl]phenoxy}acetate

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

- General advice:

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.

- Following inhalation:

Upon inhalation of aerosol/vapour/dust: Take the patient into the fresh air; if there is difficulty in breathing, medical advice is required.

- Following skin contact:

Remove all contaminated clothing immediately. Cleansing with plenty of water, soap or other non-irritating cleansing agents.

- Following eye contact:

Contamination of the eyes must be treated by thorough irrigation with water, with the eyelids held open. A doctor (or eye specialist ) should be consulted immediately.

- Following ingestion:

If the product is swallowed, the patient must at once drink water repeatedly, if possible with the addition of activated carbon. If the patient feels unwell, seek medical advice.

- Most important symptoms and effects: May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Fire-fighting measures

- Suitable extinguishing media:

Water spray, foam, dry powder.

- Unsuitable extinguishing media (extinguishing media that must not be used for safety reasons): CO2

- Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:

not determined

- Advice for fire fighter: Special protective equipment for firefighting: Firemen have to wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Further information: Fire residues and contaminated firefighting water must be disposed of in accordance with the local regulations.

Accidental release measures

- Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:

Avoid formation and deposition of dust.

- Environmental precautions:

Do not empty into drains or waters.

- Methods and material for containment and cleaning up: Take up spilled product with dust-binding material or suitable vacuum cleaner. Fill into labelled, sealable containers.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling:

- Advice on safe handling: Avoid formation and deposition of dust. Keep container tightly closed and dry.

- Advice on protection against fire and explosion: Observe the usual precautionary measures required for chemicals with dust-explosive properties. Observe national regulations.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:

- Requirements for storage rooms and vessels: Store in original container in a cool, dry place. In filling operations take precautionary measures against static discharges.

- Storage class: 11 Combustible solids

- Storage stability: Storage period: 60 Months

Transport information

Shipping

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

Shipping

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Keep separated from foodstuffs.
- Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code: No transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC code foreseen for this substance or mixture.

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

Shipping

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Keep separated from foodstuffs.
- Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code: No transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC code foreseen for this substance or mixture.

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

Shipping

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Keep separated from foodstuffs.
- Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code: No transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC code foreseen for this substance or mixture.

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Exposure controls / personal protection

Control parameters

- Ingredients with occupational exposure limits to be monitored: not applicable

Exposure controls

- General protective measures: Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.

- Inhalation of dust and aerosols must be absolutely prevented by either adequate ventilation or by a suitable mask. People with chron ic respiratory problems should not work with reactive dyestuff powders. If symptoms such as tightness in the chest or asthma occur w hile handling reactive dyestuff powders, a physician should be consulted as soon as possible. If hypersensitivity is confirmed, all contact with reactive dyestuff powders must cease immediately.

- Hygiene measures: Keep away from food and drink stuffs. Do not eat, drink or smoke at work. Wash hands before breaks and at end of work and use skin-protecting ointment.

- Respiratory protection: Dust mask with particle filter.

- Hand protection: Wear suitable gloves e.g. of PVC or nitrile rubber. In the event of contamination, change protective gloves immediately.

- Eye protection: safety glasses with side protection shield

- Body protection: Wear protective clothing.

Stability and reactivity

1. Reactivity

: No hazardous reactions when stored and handled according to prescribed instructions.

2. Chemical stability

:

- Thermal decomposition: No thermal decomposition when stored and handled correctly.

3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

:

- Hazardous reactions: In the case of dusty organic products the possibility of a dust explosion should always be considered.

- Hazardous decomposition products: not applicable

4. Conditions to avoid

: For avoidable conditions: not necessary

5. Incompatible materials

: For avoidable materials: not necessary

6. Hazardous decomposition products: not applicable

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods:

- Product: If utilization or recycling of the product is not possible, it should be disposed of according to the local regulations and laws, e.g. by incineration in a suitable plant.

- European Waste Catalogue (EWC) code: 040216 Dyestuffs and pigments containing dangerous substances

- Uncleaned packaging: Soiled, empty containers are to be treated in the same way as the contents.