HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE 1559
October 2004
Cellulose, 2-hydroxyethyl ether
CAS No: 9004-62-0
2-Hydroxyethyl cellulose
RTECS No: FJ5958000
(C2H602)x
Molecular mass: Polymer, variable molecular mass
TYPES OF
ACUTE HAZARDS/SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID/FIRE FIGHTING
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE
Combustible. NO open flames. Powder, water spray, foam, carbon
FIRE
dioxide.
Finely dispersed particles form Prevent deposition of dust; closed
EXPLOSION
explosive mixtures in air. system, dust explosion-proof
electrical equipment and lighting.
Prevent build-up of electrostatic
charges (e.g., by grounding).
EXPOSURE
Cough. Fresh air, rest.
Inhalation
Skin
Safety goggles. First rinse with plenty of water for
Eyes
several minutes (remove contact
lenses if easily possible), then take
to a doctor.
Ingestion
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL PACKAGING & LABELLING
Personal protection: P1 filter respirator for inert
particles. Sweep spilled substance into containers.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
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International IPCS 2004
Programme on
Chemical Safety SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON THE BACK.
1559 HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE
IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance Effects of short-term exposure
WHITE POWDER May cause mechanical irritation.
Physical dangers
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with
air.
Chemical dangers
The substance decomposes on heating producing irritating
fumes.
Occupational exposure limits
TLV not established.
MAK not established.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Density: see Notes Auto-ignition temperature: 380/C
Solubility in water: good
ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
NOTES
Softening temperature: 135-140/C. The physicochemical properties may vary depending on the molecular mass.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Neither the EC nor the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of the EC or the IPCS is responsible
LEGAL NOTICE
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