2-Ethylhexanol

Remove to fresh air and rest in half upright position. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult give oxygen. Keep person warm and at rest. Call a physician.

Symptoms: Inhalation of vapor or mist is irritating to the upper respiratory tract. May have narcotic effect. Difficult breathing, coughing, headache, dizziness and drowsiness may occur. May be absorbed into the bloodstream with symptoms similar to ingestion.

Wash the contaminated skin with plenty of soap or mild detergent and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. If irritation persists after washing, get medical attention.

Symptoms: Causes skin irritation. May be absorbed through skin.

Wash the eyes immediately with large amount of water lifting the upper and lower lids, until no evidence of chemical remains at least 15-20 minutes. If irritation persists after washing get medical attention. Contact lenses should not worn with this product.

Symptoms: Causes irritation, redness and pain.

Give large amount of water to drink. If large amounts were swallowed, get medical advise. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

Symptoms: May have narcotic effect. May cause abdominal pain, nausea, headache, dizziness and diarrhea. Large doses may affect kidneys and liver.

Dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide and water spray.

Do not use a solid stream of water (water jet), since the stream will scatter and spread the fire.

2-Ethylhexanol is a combustible and flammable liquid. In contact with strong oxidizers may cause fire. Vapor/air mixtures are explosive above 75°C. Vapor may flow along surface to distant ignition sources and flash back. Carbon monoxide and dioxide may form when heated to decomposition.

Use water spray to isolate the hazard area and to keep fire-exposed tanks cool.

Shut off all ignition sources. Ventilate area of leak or spill. Remove all sources of ignition.

For large spills, dike and pump into suitable containers for disposal.

Prevent from contamination the ground and the surface water by isolating the hazard area.

Contain and recover liquid when possible.

Materials: dry sand, earth or similar non-combustible absorbent material

Protect containers from physical damage. Use non sparkling tools, electric equipment and venting system. Sources of ignition such as smoking and open flames are prohibited when 2-ethylhexanol is handled. Bounding and grounding are important to prevent the accumulation of static electricity and provide for its safe discharge. Bounding and grounding are required for all equipment. Do not use compressed air or oxygen for filling, discharging or handling. The personnel which handling the product must wear protective equipment.

Store in a tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, well ventilated area away from sources of heat, sparks, static electricity, open flame and incompatible substances. Drums must be equipped with self-closing valves, nitrogen blanket. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (vapors, liquid).

Avoid inhalation or ingestion and contact with skin and eyes. General occupational hygiene measures are required to ensure safe handling of the substance. These measures involve good personal and housekeeping practices (i.e. regular cleaning with suitable cleaning devices), no drinking, eating and smoking at the workplace. Shower and change clothes at end of work shift. Do not wear contaminated clothing at home.

Sources of ignition such as smoking and open flames are prohibited. Bounding and grounding are required for all equipment.

A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee exposure as low as possible. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its sources, preventing dispersions of it into the general work area. Ventilation equipment should be explosion- proof if explosive concentration of dust, vapor or fume are present.

Handle with gloves which were inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of the standard EN 374 derived from it. Recommended material for full contact: nitrile rubber (according to Ansell chemical resistance guide) Minimum layer thickness: 0,55 mm Break through time: 360 min Other material recommended for gloves: PVA (polyvinyl alcohol).

If the exposure limit is exceeded, wear a supplied air, full-face piece self contained breathing apparatus. Organic vapor respirator with a particulate pre-filter may be worn if vapors are detected or irritating. For emergency conditions, use an approved positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. In confined or poorly ventilated areas, use an approved self-contained breathing apparatus or positive pressure air line with auxiliary self-contained air supply.

Complete suit protecting against chemicals (solvent resistant). Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. Do not take contaminated work clothes home, family members could be exposed.

Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.

See section 10.5.

Hazardous reaction with strong oxidizers.

Heat, sparks, electric equipment & open flame.

Strong oxidizers, acids, alkalies.

The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Avoid dispersal of spill material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers.

Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor.