FURFURYL ALCOHOL | ICSC: 0794 (November 2019) |
2-Furancarbinol 2-Hydroxymethylfuran Furfural alcohol 2-Furanmethanol |
CAS #: 98-00-0 |
UN #: 2874 |
EC Number: 202-626-1 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Above 75°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | NO open flames. Above 75°C use a closed system and ventilation. | Use alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, powder, carbon dioxide. |
STRICT HYGIENE! PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
Skin | MAY BE ABSORBED! Dry skin. Redness. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Wear protective gloves when administering first aid. Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention . |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Burning sensation. Headache. Nausea. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Collect leaking liquid in sealable non-plastic containers. Absorb remaining liquid in inert absorbent. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. Do NOT wash away into sewer. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Fatal if inhaledToxic if swallowed or in contact with skin Causes eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation Suspected of causing cancer May cause damage to upper respiratory tract and kidneys through prolonged or repeated exposure Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from strong oxidants, acids and food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
FURFURYL ALCOHOL | ICSC: 0794 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Formula: C5H6O2 |
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 0.2 ppm as TWA; (skin); A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans). MAK: skin absorption (H); carcinogen category: 3 |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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