**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 60-29-7 |Ethyl ether | 33 | 200-467-2 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 64-17-5 |Ethyl alcohol | 11 | 200-578-6 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 8001-79-4 |Castor oil | 11 | 232-293-8 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 9004-70-0 |Nitrocellulose | 11 | unlisted |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Text for R-phrases: see Section 16
Hazard Symbols: F+
Risk Phrases: 12 18 19
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Extremely flammable. In use, may form flammable/explosive vapour-air
mixture. May form explosive peroxides.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. Prolonged and/or repeated contact may
cause defatting of the skin and dermatitis. May be absorbed through
the skin.
Ingestion:
Symptoms may include: headache, excitement, fatigue, nausea,
vomiting, stupor, and coma. May cause central nervous system
depression, characterized by excitement, followed by headache,
dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea. Advanced stages may cause
collapse, unconsciousness, coma and possible death due to respiratory
failure.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system
effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness
and coma. May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause
respiratory failure possibly leading to death. May cause seizures
and blood abnormalities.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Prolonged
or repeated exposure can cause psychic abnormalities such as anxiety,
depression and excitability. May cause fetal effects.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid
immediately.
Skin:
Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if
irritation develops or persists.
Ingestion:
Call a poison control center. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting
unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician:
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air. Vapors can travel to
a source of ignition and flash back. Extremely flammable. Material
will readily ignite at room temperature. Use water spray to keep
fire-exposed containers cool. Water may be ineffective. Material is
lighter than water and a fire may be spread by the use of water.
This chemical poses an explosion hazard.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or
alcohol-resistant foam.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Remove all sources of ignition. Absorb spill using an absorbent,
non-combustible material such as earth, sand, or vermiculite. Do not
use combustible materials such as sawdust. Use a spark-proof tool.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty
containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be
dangerous. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not pressurize, cut,
weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to
heat, sparks or open flames.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not store in direct sunlight.
Store in a tightly closed container. Keep container closed to prevent
drying out. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from
incompatible substances.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to control airborne levels below recommended
exposure limits. Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 60-29-7:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 100 ppm TWA; 310 mg/m3 TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 200 ppm STEL; 620 mg/m3 STEL
United States OSHA: 400 ppm TWA; 1200 mg/m3 TWA
Belgium - TWA: 100 ppm VLE; 308 mg/m3 VLE
Belgium - STEL: 200 ppm VLE; 616 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 400 ppm VME; 1200 mg/m3 VME
France - VLE: 500 ppm VLE; 1500 mg/m3 VLE
Germany: 400 ppm TWA; 1200 mg/m3 TWA
Japan: 400 ppm OEL; 1200 mg/m3 OEL
Malaysia: 400 ppm TWA; 1210 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 200 ppm STEL; 616 mg/m3 STEL
Netherlands: 100 ppm MAC; 308 mg/m3 MAC
Russia: 300 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 100 ppm VLA-ED; 308 mg/m3 VLA-ED
Spain: 200 ppm VLA-EC; 616 mg/m3 VLA-EC
CAS# 64-17-5:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 1000 ppm TWA; 1920 mg/m3 TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 3000 ppm STEL; 5760 mg/m3 STEL
United States OSHA: 1000 ppm TWA; 1900 mg/m3 TWA
Belgium - TWA: 1000 ppm VLE; 1907 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 1000 ppm VME; 1900 mg/m3 VME
France - VLE: 5000 ppm VLE; 9500 mg/m3 VLE
Germany: 500 ppm TWA; 960 mg/m3 TWA
Malaysia: 1000 ppm TWA; 1880 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 500 ppm MAC; 1000 mg/m3 MAC
Russia: 1000 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 1000 ppm VLA-ED; 1910 mg/m3 VLA-ED
CAS# 8001-79-4:
CAS# 9004-70-0:
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Liquid
Color: colorless
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: -19 deg C ( -2.20 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 1.8
Explosion Limits, upper: 4.8
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Decomposes by water
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.79
Molecular Formula: Mixture
Molecular Weight: 0
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Prolonged exposure to air and sunlight may form unstable peroxides.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, light, ignition sources, exposure to air,
strong acids, oxidizers.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Ethyl ether reacts explosively with boron triazide, bromine
pentafluoride, perchloric acid. It has a violent reaction on contact
with halogens, interhalogens, oxidants, sulfur and sulfur compounds.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, carbon dioxide, peroxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 60-29-7: KI5775000
CAS# 64-17-5: KQ6300000
CAS# 8001-79-4: FI4100000
CAS# 9004-70-0: QW0970000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 60-29-7: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 100 mg Moderate; Inhalation,
mouse: LC50 = 31000 ppm/30M; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 1760 mg/kg; Oral,
rat: LD50 = 1215 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = >20 mL/kg.
CAS# 64-17-5: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 500 mg Severe; Draize test,
rabbit, eye: 500 mg/24H Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 20 mg/24H
Moderate; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 39 gm/m3/4H; Inhalation, rat:
LC50 = 20000 ppm/10H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 3450 mg/kg; Oral, rabbit:
LD50 = 6300 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 7060 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 =
9000 mg/kg.
CAS# 8001-79-4: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 500 mg Mild; Draize test,
rabbit, skin: 100 mg/24H Severe.
CAS# 9004-70-0: Oral, mouse: LD50 = >5 gm/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = >5
gm/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Ethyl ether -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Ethyl alcohol -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Castor oil -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Nitrocellulose -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Other
No information available.
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special
Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may
vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local
waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before
returning for recycling.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE LIQUID, NOS(Diethyl ether) (Ethanol)
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1993
Packing Group: I
IMO
Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE LIQUID, NOS(Diethyl ether) (Ethanol)
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1993
Packing Group: I
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE LIQUID, NOS(Diethyl ether) (Ethanol)
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1993
Packing group: II
USA RQ: CAS# 60-29-7: 100 lb final RQ; 45.4 kg final RQ
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: F+
Risk Phrases:
R 12 Extremely flammable.
R 18 In use, may form flammable/explosive vapour-air
mixture.
R 19 May form explosive peroxides.
Safety Phrases:
S 9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 29 Do not empty into drains.
S 33 Take precautionary measures against static
discharges.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 60-29-7: 1
CAS# 64-17-5: 0
CAS# 8001-79-4: 1
CAS# 9004-70-0: 0
Canada
CAS# 60-29-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 64-17-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 8001-79-4 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 9004-70-0 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 60-29-7 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 64-17-5 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 8001-79-4 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 9004-70-0 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 60-29-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 64-17-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 8001-79-4 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 9004-70-0 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
Text for R-phrases from Section 2
R 11 Highly flammable.
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