Dimethyl Carbonate
 
1)Precautions:
 
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acids, alkalis. 
 
2)Storage:  
 
Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame).
 
 
Toxicity and protective measures:
 
Dimethyl Carbonate
 
1)Engineering Controls:  
 
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the work-station location. 
 
2)Personal Protection:  Splash goggles. Lab coat. Gloves. 
 
3)Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:  
 
Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product. 
 
4)Exposure Limits:  
 
TWA: 200 STEL: 400 (ppm) Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
 
 
First Aid Measures
 
1)Eye Contact:
 
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention. 
 
2)Skin Contact:  
 
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention. 
 
3)Serious Skin Contact:  
 
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical attention. 
 
4 ) Inhalation:  
 
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention. 
 
5 ) Serious Inhalation:  
 
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek medical attention.