Exposure hazards: Highly flammable. In combustion emits toxic fumes. Forms explosive air-vapour mixture. Vapour
may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back.
Protection of fire-fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin
and eyes.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Refer to section 8 of SDS for personal protection details. If outside do not approach from
downwind. If outside keep bystanders upwind and away from danger point. Mark out the
contaminated area with signs and prevent access to unauthorised personnel. Turn leaking
containers leak-side up to prevent the escape of liquid. Eliminate all sources of ignition.
Environmental precautions: Do not discharge into drains or rivers. Contain the spillage using bunding.
Clean-up procedures: Absorb into dry earth or sand. Transfer to a closable, labelled salvage container for disposal by
an appropriate method. Do not use equipment in clean-up procedure which may produce
sparks.
SAFETY DATA SHEET
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling requirements: Avoid direct contact with the substance. Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area. Do
not handle in a confined space. Avoid the formation or spread of mists in the air. Smoking is
forbidden. Use non-sparking tools.
Storage conditions: Store in cool, well ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from sources of
ignition. Prevent the build up of electrostatic charge in the immediate area. Ensure lighting and
electrical equipment are not a source of ignition.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Occupational exposure limits
TWA (8 hr exposure limit): 400ppm (OES)
STEL (15 min exposure limit): 500ppm (OES)
Hazardous ingredients: PROPAN-2-OL
TWA (8 hr exposure limit): 999 mg/m3 STEL (15 min exposure limit): 1250 mg/m3 (OES)
Engineering measures: Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area. Ensure lighting and electrical equipment are not
a source of ignition.
Respiratory protection: Self-contained breathing apparatus must be available in case of emergency.
Hand protection: Nitrile gloves.
Eye protection: Safety glasses. Ensure eye bath is to hand.
Skin protection: Protective clothing.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
State: Liquid
Colour: Colourless
Odour: Alcoholic
Evaporation rate: Fast
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Oxidising: Non-oxidising (by EC criteria)
Solubility in water: Miscible
Also soluble in: Most organic solvents. Diethyl ether.
Safety phrases: S1/2: Keep locked up and out of the reach of children.
Note: The regulatory information given above only indicates the principal regulations specifically
Irritant.
R36: Irritating to eyes.
R67: Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
S16: Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S25: Avoid contact with eyes.
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
S51: Use only in well-ventilated areas.
S7: Keep container tightly closed.
applicable to the product described in the safety data sheet. The user's attention is drawn to
the possible existence of additional provisions which complete these regulations. Refer to all
applicable national, international and local regulations or provisions.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Risk phrases used in s.2: R11: Highly flammable.
R36: Irritating to eyes.
R67: Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
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Legal disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall