**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 141-78-6 |Ethyl acetate | >99 | 205-500-4 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Hazard Symbols: XI F
Risk Phrases: 11 36 66 67
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Highly flammable. Irritating to eyes. Repeated exposure may cause
skin dryness or cracking. Vapours may cause drowsiness and
dizziness.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. Vapors may cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged exposure may cause
drying and cracking of the skin.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Ingestion of large
amounts may cause central nervous depression. May cause headache,
nausea, fatigue, and dizziness.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause narcotic effects.
Chronic:
Chronic inhalation may cause effects similar to those of acute
inhalation.
**** 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.
Skin:
In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation
develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by
medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
**** 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. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air.
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. 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:
Water may be ineffective. Use water spray, alcohol foam, CO2, dry
chemical.
**** 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. Remove all sources of ignition.
Provide ventilation. Use only non-sparking tools and equipment.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Ground and bond containers when
transferring material. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and
can be dangerous. Keep container tightly closed. Do not pressurize,
cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers
to heat, sparks or open flames. Use only with adequate ventilation.
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid breathing vapor or mist.
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:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or
local explosion-proof ventilation to keep airborne levels to
acceptable levels.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 141-78-6:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 200 ppm TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 400 ppm STEL
United States OSHA: 400 ppm TWA; 1400 mg/m3 TWA
Belgium - TWA: 400 ppm VLE; 1461 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 400 ppm VME; 1400 mg/m3 VME
Germany: 400 ppm TWA; 1500 mg/m3 TWA
Japan: 200 ppm OEL; 720 mg/m3 OEL
Malaysia: 400 ppm TWA; 1440 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 300 ppm STEL; 1100 mg/m3 STEL
Netherlands: 150 ppm MAC; 550 mg/m3 MAC
Russia: 200 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 400 ppm VLA-ED; 1460 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: sweet, fruity odor
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 73 mm Hg @ 20 deg C
Viscosity: 0.44 cps @ 25 deg C
Boiling Point: 77 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: -83 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: 426 deg C ( 798.80 deg F)
Flash Point: -4 deg C ( 24.80 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 2.0
Explosion Limits, upper: 11.5
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Slightly soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.9 (Water=1)
Molecular Formula: C4H8O2
Molecular Weight: 88.11
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Ignition sources, moisture, excess heat, attacks some plastics,
rubber, and coatings, confined spaces.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, ethyl alcohol, acetic acid.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 141-78-6: AH5425000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 141-78-6: Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 45 gm/m3/2H; Inhalation,
rat: LC50 = 200 gm/m3; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 4100 mg/kg; Oral, rabbit:
LD50 = 4935 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 5620 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 =
>20 mL/kg.
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Ethyl acetate -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Ecotoxicity:
Fish: Fathead Minnow: 230mg/L; 96HDaphnid LC50=2500 mg/L/96H Golden
orfe LC50=270 mg/L/48H
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special
Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may
vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local
waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before
returning for recycling.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: ETHYL ACETATE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1173
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: ETHYL ACETATE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1173
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: ETHYL ACETATE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1173
Packing group: II
USA RQ: CAS# 141-78-6: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XI F
Risk Phrases:
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 36 Irritating to eyes.
R 66 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or
cracking.
R 67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Safety Phrases:
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 33 Take precautionary measures against static
discharges.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 141-78-6: 1
Canada
CAS# 141-78-6 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 141-78-6 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 141-78-6 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 12/12/1997 Revision #8 Date: 12/28/2004
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