METHYLTETRAHYDROPHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE
ICSC: 1645 |
Tetrahydromethyl-1,3-isobenzofuranedione MTHPA 1,2,3,6-tetrahydromethylphthalic anhydride 1,3-Isobenzofurandione, 3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydromethyl- C9H10O3 Molecular mass: 166.2 ICSC # 1645 | CAS # 26590-20-5 RTECS # I3325000 EC # 607-240-00-0 April 10, 2008 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Combustible. | NO open flames. | In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media. |
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EXPOSURE | AVOID ALL CONTACT! | ||
INHALATION | Cough. | Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
SKIN | Redness. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention if skin irritation occurs |
EYES | Redness. | Face shield and eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). |
INGESTION | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Collect leaking liquid in covered containers. | Note: C Xn symbol R: 41-42/43 S: 2-22-24-26-37/39 Signal: Danger Health haz May cause allergic or asthmatic symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause allergic skin reaction | |||
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The symptoms of asthma often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Anyone who has shown symptoms of asthma due to this substance should avoid all further contact. |
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