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Section 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE
  Product identifiers
    Product name        : Ethyl 4-methyl-2,3,5-trioxo-1-cyclopentaneglyoxylate    
    CAS-No.        : 39163-39-8    
  Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
    Identified uses        : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances    
  
  

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Section 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
  Classification of the substance or mixture
  Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]
    Skin sensitization (Category 1)
  Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
    May cause sensitization by skin contact.
  Label elements
  Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]
    Pictogram
    Signal word        Warning    
    Hazard statement(s)
    H317        May cause an allergic skin reaction.    
    Precautionary statement(s)
    P280        Wear protective gloves.    
    Supplemental Hazard        none    
    Statements
    May produce an allergic reaction.
  According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended.
    Hazard symbol(s)
    R-phrase(s)
    R43        May cause sensitization by skin contact.    
    S-phrase(s)
    S36/37        Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.    
  Other hazards - none

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Section 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
  Substances
    Formula        : C9H12O4    
    Molecular Weight        : 184,19 g/mol    
    Component        Concentration    
  Ethyl 4-methyl-2,3,5-trioxo-1-cyclopentaneglyoxylate
    CAS-No.        39163-39-8        -    

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Section 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
  Description of first aid measures
  General advice
    Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
  If inhaled
    If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
  In case of skin contact
    Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
  In case of eye contact
    Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
  If swallowed
    Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
  Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
    To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly
    investigated.
  Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
    no data available

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Section 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
  Extinguishing media
  Suitable extinguishing media
    Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
  Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
    Carbon oxides
  Precautions for fire-fighters
    Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
  Further information
    no data available

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Section 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
  Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
    Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure
    adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust.
  Environmental precautions
    Do not let product enter drains.
  Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
    Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed
    containers for disposal.
  Reference to other sections
    For disposal see section 13.

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Section 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
  Precautions for safe handling
    Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
    Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for preventive fire
    protection.
  Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
    Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
  Specific end uses
    no data available

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Section 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
  Control parameters
  Components with workplace control parameters
  Exposure controls
  Appropriate engineering controls
    Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at
    the end of workday.
  Personal protective equipment
  Eye/face protection
    Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under
    appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
  Skin protection
    Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique
    (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of
    contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
    Wash and dry hands.
    The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the
    standard EN 374 derived from it.
  Body Protection
    Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected
    according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
  Respiratory protection
    For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator.For higher
    level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. Use
    respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as
    NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

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Section 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
  Information on basic physical and chemical properties
    a) Appearance        Form: solid    
    b) Odour        no data available    
    c) Odour Threshold        no data available    
    d) pH        no data available    
    e) Melting/freezing point no data available
    f) Initial boiling point and no data available
    boiling range
    g) Flash point        no data available    
    h) Evaporation rate        no data available    
    i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available
    j) Upper/lower        no data available    
    flammability or
    explosive limits
    k) Vapour pressure        no data available    
    l) Vapour density        no data available    
    m) Relative density        no data available    
    n) Water solubility        no data available    
    o) Partition coefficient: n- log Pow: 0,195
    octanol/water
    p) Autoignition        no data available    
    temperature
    q) Decomposition        no data available    
    temperature
    r) Viscosity        no data available    
    s) Explosive properties        no data available    
    t) Oxidizing properties        no data available    
  Other safety information
    no data available

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Section 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
  Reactivity
    no data available
  Chemical stability
    no data available
  Possibility of hazardous reactions
    no data available
  Conditions to avoid
    no data available
  Incompatible materials
    Oxidizing agents
  Hazardous decomposition products
    Other decomposition products - no data available

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Section 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
  Information on toxicological effects
  Acute toxicity
    no data available
  Skin corrosion/irritation
    no data available
  Serious eye damage/eye irritation
    no data available
  Respiratory or skin sensitization
    May cause allergic skin reaction.
    The preceding data, or interpretation of data, was determined using Quantitative Structure Activity
    Relationship (QSAR) modeling.
  Germ cell mutagenicity
    no data available
  Carcinogenicity
    IARC:        No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as    
    probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
  Reproductive toxicity
    no data available
  Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
    no data available
  Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
    no data available
  Aspiration hazard
    no data available
  Potential health effects
  Inhalation        May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.    
  Ingestion        May be harmful if swallowed.    
  Skin        May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.    
  Eyes        May cause eye irritation.    
  Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
    To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly
    investigated.
  Additional Information
    RTECS: Not available

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Section 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
  Toxicity
    no data available
  Persistence and degradability
    no data available
  Bioaccumulative potential
    no data available
  Mobility in soil
    no data available
  Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
    no data available
  Other adverse effects
    no data available

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Section 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
  Waste treatment methods
  Product
    Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional
    waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent
    and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.
  Contaminated packaging
    Dispose of as unused product.

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Section 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
  UN-Number
    ADR/RID: -        IMDG: -        IATA: -    
  UN proper shipping name
    ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods
    IMDG: Not dangerous goods
    IATA:        Not dangerous goods    
  Transport hazard class(es)
    ADR/RID: -        IMDG: -        IATA: -    
  Packaging group
    ADR/RID: -        IMDG: -        IATA: -    
  Environmental hazards
    ADR/RID: no        IMDG Marine pollutant: no        IATA: no    
  Special precautions for users
    no data available

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SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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