Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 1-hydroxy-, ethyl ester

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

Emergency measure - Inhalation: In case of accident by inhalation: remove casaulty to fresh

air an keep at rest. If symptoms persist, call a physician.

Emergency measure - Eyes: Rinse with plenty of water and consult a physician.

Emergency measure - Skin: Wash off with soap and plenty of water. If symptoms persist,

call a physician.

Emergency measure - Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a

physician.

Fire-fighting measures

Recommended extinguishing agent: water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder, sand

Product arising from burning: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride, water

Product determined by test: N

Protective equipment: In case of fire wear self contained breathing apparatus.

Use water spray to cool unopened containers.

Accidental release measures

Emergency measures in case of spillage: Avoid contact with spilled product or contaminated surfaces.

Wear personal protective equipment. Unprotected persons

must be kept away.

Sweep up or vacuum up spillage and collect in suitable

containers for disposal.

Dispose according local regulations.

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer systems.

Handling and storage

This substance is handled under Strictly Controlled Conditions in accordance with  REACH regulation Article 17(3) for on-site isolated intermediates and, in case the substance is transported to other sites for further processing, the substance should be handled at these sites under the Strictly Controlled Conditions as specified in REACH regulation Article 18(4).  Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management systems is available at each manufacturing site.

Handling: All working methods must be designed so that exposure by

inhalation of the substance is minimized. In addition, skin

contact with the substance should be avoided. Closed, or at

least splashproof, equipment should be used during filling

and metered feeding as well as, if applicable, during

sampling. In the case of handling in open systems, any

vapours that can form must be extracted directly at the

point of origin. If technical extraction or ventilation

measures are not possible or are insufficient, respiratory

protection should be worn. To avoid skin contact, tested

protective gloves and, if applicable, suitable protective

clothing according to standard EN 368 (e.g. :::) should be

worn. Outdoor clothing should be kept separate from working

clothes.

Personal precautions while handling the product:

respiratory protection: filter apparatus, Filter ABEK-P2

eye protection: safety glasses

skin protection: gloves made fo PVC of nitrile rubber.

Avoid any contact:

Wash hands and face before breaks and immediately after

handling the product.

When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.

Keep away from fire and sources of ignition.

Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

Storage: Apply the VCI concept for the Mixed Storage of Chemicals.

Store in original container.

Keep container tightly closed.

Do not store in heat or direct sunlight.

Keep in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.

Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.

Packaging of the substance and or preparation: container, 20 MT

Transport information

Shipping

SpecialProvisions

Shipping

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

Shipping

Remarks

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

Shipping

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Transport code: Not dangerous goods
Transport: For the internal transportation:

Use original containers or other unbreakable and correctly
labelled containers. Keep containers tightly closed and
secure by suitable measures against falling down.

SpecialProvisions

Exposure controls / personal protection

This substance is handled under Strictly Controlled Conditions in accordance with  REACH regulation Article 17(3) for on-site isolated intermediates and, in case the substance is transported to other sites for further processing, the substance should be handled at these sites under the Strictly Controlled Conditions as specified in REACH regulation Article 18(4).  Site documentation to support safe handling arrangements including the selection of engineering, administrative and personal protective equipment controls in accordance with risk-based management systems is available at each manufacturing site.

Respiratory protection: No personal respiratory protective equipment normally required.

Hand protection: rubber gloves

Eye protection: safety glasses

Hygiene measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Stability and reactivity

Danger other than fire: none known

Chemical reaction with water: none known

Dust explosion: not applicable

Disposal considerations

Industry - Possibility of recovery/recycling: The substance is an intermediate in the chemical industry

and can not be reused.

Industry - Possibility of neutralisation: Hydrolysis at alkaline pH and elevated temperature.

Industry - Possibility of destruction: controlled discharge: Burning in an incinerator.

Industry - Possibility of destruction - incineration: Burning in an industrial incinerator with gas scrubber.

Industry - Possibility of destruction - water purification: Controll of sewage water.

Treatment in an industrial sewage water treatment plant.

Public at large - Possibility of recovery/recycling: Not applicable, industrial intermediate only.