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EPTAC (70-75 % aqueous solution)

ICSC: 1668

2,3-Epoxypropyltrimethylammonium chloride
N,N,N-Trimethyloxiranemethanaminium chloride
Glycidyltrimethylammonium chloride
C6H14NOCl
Molecular mass: 151.7
ICSC # 1668 		CAS # 3033-77-0
RTECS # BQ3480000
April 20, 2007 Validated

TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE

ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS

PREVENTION

FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING

FIRE Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.

In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media.
EXPLOSION Risk of fire and explosion as a result of decomposition when heated.

In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
EXPOSURE See EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE.
AVOID ALL CONTACT!

•INHALATION Sore throat. Cough.
Closed system and ventilation.
Fresh air, rest.
•SKIN
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
•EYES Redness. Pain. Burns
Safety goggles or face shield .
First rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention.
•INGESTION Sore throat. Abdominal pain.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

STORAGE

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place.
Cool. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.

Signal: Danger
Excl mark-Corr-Health haz
Harmful if swallowed
Harmful in contact with skin
Causes serious eye damage
May cause allergic skin reaction
Suspected of causing genetic defects
May cause cancer
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
May cause damage to kidneys through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
ICSC: 1668 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities (C) IPCS CEC 1994. No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.

EPTAC (70-75 % aqueous solution)

ICSC: 1668

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLORLESS TO LIGHT YELLOW, CLEAR, ODORLESS LIQUID

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes under the influence of

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
TLV not established.
MAK: skin absorption (H); sensitization of skin (Sh);
Carcinogen category: 2
(DFG 2008).


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body in hazardous amounts through the skin, by inhalation of its aerosol,

INHALATION RISK:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly on spraying.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance is severely irritating to the eyes and the respiratory tract .

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. The substance may have effects on the kidneys. This substance is probably carcinogenic to humans. Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxicity to human reproduction or development.

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

Density: 1.1
g/cm3
Solubility in water: miscible
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: < -1.3

ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA

The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. It is strongly advised that this substance does not enter the environment.

N O T E S

Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. Do NOT take working clothes home.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION



ICSC: 1668 EPTAC (70-75 % aqueous solution)
(C) IPCS, CEC, 1994
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Neither NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation in the country of use. The only modifications made to produce the U.S. version is inclusion of the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.
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