ICSC 0135 - o-CRESYL GLYCIDYL ETHER

o-CRESYL GLYCIDYL ETHER	ICSC: 0135 (October 2005)
1,2-Epoxy-3-(o-tolyloxy)propane Glycidyl 2-methylphenyl ether 2,3-Epoxypropyl-o-tolyl ether ((2-Methylphenoxy)methyl)oxirane

CAS #: 2210-79-9

EC Number: 218-645-3

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible.	NO open flames.	Use water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide.

AVOID ALL CONTACT!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Redness. Pain.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in covered containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases, strong acids and amines. Cool. Keep in the dark.
PACKAGING

o-CRESYL GLYCIDYL ETHER

ICSC: 0135

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS LIQUID. Physical dangers Chemical dangers The substance can presumably form explosive peroxides. Reacts with acids, amines, bases and strong oxidants.	Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂ Molecular mass: 164.2 Boiling point at 0.533kPa: 109-111°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.08 Solubility in water: none Relative vapour density (air = 1): 5.7 Flash point: 113°C c.c.

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
The substance can presumably form explosive peroxides. Reacts with acids, amines, bases and strong oxidants.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₂O₂
Molecular mass: 164.2
Boiling point at 0.533kPa: 109-111°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.08
Solubility in water: none
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 5.7
Flash point: 113°C c.c.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the skin. The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract.	Inhalation risk No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the skin. The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract.

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
MAK: sensitization of skin (SH); carcinogen category: 3

ENVIRONMENT

NOTES
Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn, N; R: 38-43-68-51/53; S: (2)-36/37-61; Note: C

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