**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 260-94-6 |Acridine | 98.0 | 205-971-6 |
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Hazard Symbols: XI
Risk Phrases: 36/37/38
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.Lachrymator
(substance which increases the flow of tears).Light sensitive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. Lachrymator (substance which increases the
flow of tears). May cause chemical conjunctivitis.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea. May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation:
Causes respiratory tract irritation. Inhalation of dust causes
irritation of the nose and throat, coughing and sneezing. Can produce
delayed pulmonary edema.
Chronic:
Effects may be delayed.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. Do
NOT allow victim to rub eyes or keep eyes closed.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing
before reuse.
Ingestion:
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and
drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
**** 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.
Extinguishing Media:
In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or
alcohol-resistant foam.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective
Equipment section. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a
suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating
dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion
and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. Store protected from
light. Wash clothing before reuse.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Store
protected from light.
**** 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
ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 260-94-6:
United States OSHA: 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (as benzene soluble fraction)
(listed under Coal tar pitches).
Belgium - TWA: (listed as coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: (listed as coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 VME (vapors
mists, benzene-soluble fraction)
Germany: (listed as coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 VME (vapors and
mists, benzene-soluble fraction)
Malaysia: (listed as coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (as benzene
solubles)
Spain: (listed as coal tar pitches): 0.2 mg/m3 VLA-ED (benzene
soluble fraction)
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing
is possible. Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or
chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and
face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or
European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant respirator use. Wear a NIOSH/MSHA
or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece
airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with
emergency escape provisions.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Powder
Color: yellow
Odor: None reported.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 1 mm Hg @ 129 deg C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 345.5 deg C @ 760 mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point: 107.00 - 110.00 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: 38.4 mg/L @ 24C
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: C13H9N
Molecular Weight: 179.0697
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions. Volatile in steam.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, light, dust generation, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Contact with strong ozidizers may cause fire and explosion..
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 260-94-6: AR7175000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 260-94-6: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 500 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 2
gm/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Acridine -
NTP: Known carcinogen (listed as Coal tar pitches).
IARC: Group 1 carcinogen (listed as Coal tar pitches).
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Shipping Name: ACRIDINE
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2713
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: ACRIDINE
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2713
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: ACRIDINE
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2713
Packing group: III
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XI
Risk Phrases:
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system
and skin.
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 260-94-6: No information available.
Canada
CAS# 260-94-6 is listed on Canada's NDSL List.
CAS# 260-94-6 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 260-94-6 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
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