**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 107-13-1 |Acrylonitrile | >99 | 203-466-5 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 150-76-5 |4-Methoxyphenol | .004 | 205-769-8 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Text for R-phrases: see Section 16
Hazard Symbols: T F N
Risk Phrases: 11 23/24/25 37/38 41 43 45 51/53
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Highly flammable. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if
swallowed. Irritating to respiratory system and skin. Risk of serious
damage to eyes. May cause sensitization by skin contact. May cause
cancer. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment.Light sensitive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes severe eye irritation. May result in corneal injury.
Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears). Causes
redness and pain.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin. May
cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes
evident upon re-exposure to this material. Causes symptoms similar
to those of inhalation.
Ingestion:
May be fatal if swallowed.
Inhalation:
May be fatal if inhaled. Inhalation of high concentrations may cause
central nervous system effects characterized by nausea, headache,
dizziness, unconsciousness and coma. May cause cyanosis (bluish
discoloration of skin due to deficient oxygenation of the blood).
Causes respiratory tract irritation. Exposure to high concentrations
may cause weakness, asphyxia, and death. May be metabolized to
cyanide which in turns act by inhibiting cytochrome oxidase impairing
cellular respiration. Material volatilizes at room temperature.
Chronic:
Acrylonitrile has caused nervous system effects (e.g. reduced nerve
conduction) in animals exposed to very low concentrations, which
have also been associated with the development of nervous system
cancer. Inhalation of relatively low concentrations of acrylonitrile
(20 ppm for 24 months) has caused degeneration and inflammatory
changes in the nasal cavities of rats.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Get medical aid immediately. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
POISON material. If swallowed, get medical aid immediately. Only
induce vomiting if directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation:
POISON material. If inhaled, get medical aid immediately. Remove
victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician:
Antidote:
Always have a cyanide antidote kit on hand when working with cyanide
compounds. Get medical advice to use.
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water
spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Flammable liquid and
vapor. Fire or excessive heat may result in violent rupture of the
container due to bulk polymerization. Approach fire from upwind to
avoid hazardous vapors and toxic decomposition products. Vapors are
heavier than air and may travel to a source of ignition and flash
back. Vapors can spread along the ground and collect in low or
confined areas.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or
alcohol-resistant foam. For large fires, use water spray, fog or
alcohol-resistant foam. Do NOT use straight streams of water. Cool
containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire
is out.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
then place in suitable container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and
ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately,
observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Scoop up
with a nonsparking tool, then place into a suitable container for
disposal. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation. Use
water spray to reduce vapors or divert vapor cloud drift.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Remove
contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Ground and bond
containers when transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and
explosion proof equipment. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on
clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or
vapor), and can be dangerous. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze,
solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or
open flames. Do not breathe vapor. Keep away from heat, sparks and
flame. Pure vapor will be uninhibited and may polymerize in vents or
other confined spaces. Use only with adequate ventilation or
respiratory protection.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed
container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from
incompatible substances. Flammables-area.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to control airborne levels below recommended
exposure limits. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should
be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. See 29CFR
1910.1045 for regulations applying to all occupational exposures to
acrylonitrile.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 107-13-1:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 2 ppm TWA; 4.4 mg/m3 TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 6 ppm STEL; 13.2 mg/m3 STEL
United States OSHA: ; 2 ppm PEL; 10 ppm Excursion Limit (15 min)
ppm Action Level (skin and eye ex posure prohibited. Cancer haza
- see 29 CFR 1910.1045)
Belgium - TWA: 2 ppm VLE; 4.4 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 2 ppm VME; 4.5 mg/m3 VME
France - VLE: 15 ppm VLE; 32.5 mg/m3 VLE
Germany: 3 ppm TWA; 7 mg/m3 TWA
Germany: Skin absorber
Japan: 2 ppm OEL; 4.3 mg/m3 OEL
Malaysia: 2 ppm TWA; 4.3 mg/m3 TWA
Russia: 0.5 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 2 ppm VLA-ED; 4.4 mg/m3 VLA-ED
CAS# 150-76-5:
Belgium - TWA: 5 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 5 mg/m3 VME
Germany: 5 mg/m3 TWA
Malaysia: 5 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 5 mg/m3 MAC
Spain: 5 mg/m3 VLA-ED
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Liquid
Color: clear, colorless
Odor: slightly pungent - garlic-like odor
pH: 5.5-7.5 (5% soln)
Vapor Pressure: 86.25 mm Hg @ 20 deg C
Viscosity: 0.35 cps @ 20 deg C
Boiling Point: 77.3 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: -83.55 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: 481 deg C ( 897.80 deg F)
Flash Point: -5 deg C ( 23.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 3.1%
Explosion Limits, upper: 17.0%
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: Moderately Soluble 7.3g/100ml
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.806 @ 20C
Molecular Formula: C3H3N
Molecular Weight: 53.06
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Acrylonitrile vapor or uninhibited liquid may polymerize
explosively, if heated, or exposed to sunlight (ultraviolet light),
pressure, peroxides, or other incompatible materials. Inhibited
liquid may polymerize explosively at temperatures > 200C.
Conditions to Avoid:
Light, ignition sources, excess heat, loss of inhibitor, confined
spaces.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong bases, strong acids, halogens, amines, strong oxidizing
agents, polymerizing initiators.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen cyanide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: May occur.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 107-13-1: AT5250000
CAS# 150-76-5: SL7700000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 107-13-1: Dermal, guinea pig: LD50 = 202 mg/kg; Draize test,
rabbit, eye: 100 mg Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg
Severe; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 333 ppm/4H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 27
mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 78 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 63 mg/kg;
Skin, rat: LD50 = 148 mg/kg.
CAS# 150-76-5: Draize test, rabbit, skin: 6 gm/12D (Intermittent)
Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 10%; Oral, rat: LD50 = 1600 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Acrylonitrile -
ACGIH: A3 - Confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to
California: carcinogen, initial date 7/1/87
NTP: Suspect carcinogen
IARC: Group 2B carcinogen
4-Methoxyphenol -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Ecotoxicity:
Fish: Bluegill/Sunfish: 28mg/L; 24HFish: Fathead Minnow: 10,000ug/L;
96H; Flow-throughDaphnia: Water Flea: 13mg/L; 24H
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: ACRYLONITRILE, INHIBITED
Hazard Class: 3 (6.1)
UN Number: 1093
Packing Group: I
IMO
Shipping Name: ACRYLONITRILE, INHIBITED
Hazard Class: 3.2 (6.1)
UN Number: 1093
Packing Group: I
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: ACRYLONITRILE, INHIBITED
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1093
Packing group: I
USA RQ: CAS# 107-13-1: 100 lb final RQ; 45.4 kg final RQ
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T F N
Risk Phrases:
R 45 May cause cancer.
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin
and if swallowed.
R 37/38 Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
R 41 Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
R 51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause
long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases:
S 53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions
before use.
S 9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to
special instructions/safety data sheets.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 107-13-1: 3
CAS# 150-76-5: 1
Canada
CAS# 107-13-1 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 150-76-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 107-13-1 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 150-76-5 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 107-13-1 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 150-76-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
Text for R-phrases from Section 2
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