EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.Hygroscopic (absorbs
moisture from the air).
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
Causes mild skin irritation.
Ingestion:
Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation.
May cause liver damage.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause liver damage.
Chronic:
Possible cancer hazard based on tests with laboratory animals. May
cause cancer according to animal studies. Chronic exposure may cause
liver damage.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if
irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical aid.
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 if cough or other symptoms appear. Do
NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
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. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Dusts may
be combustible when exposed to heat, flame, or oxidizing agents. Dust
can be an explosion hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or
alcohol-resistant foam. Water or foam may cause frothing. Use water
spray to cool fire-exposed containers.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to
waterways. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
Clean up residual material by washing area with a 2-5% solution of
soda ash.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with skin
and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate
ventilation.
Storage:
Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
**** 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 process enclosure,
local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control
airborne levels.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 60-35-5:
Netherlands: 10 ppm MAC; 25 mg/m3 MAC
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
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 gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize
contact with skin.
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: Solid
Color: white
Odor: mousy like odor
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Negligible.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 221 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: 80 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: 200% in water.
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.16
Molecular Formula: C2H5NO
Molecular Weight: 59.07
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation, moisture, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizers, metals, halogenated materials.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, irritating and toxic fumes and
gases, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 60-35-5: AB4025000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 60-35-5: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 12900 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 7
gm/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Acetamide -
California: carcinogen, initial date 1/1/90
IARC: Group 2B carcinogen
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Other
For more information, see "HANDBOOK OF ENVIRONMENTAL FATE AND
EXPOSURE DATA."
**** 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: Not regulated.
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing Group:
IMO
Shipping Name: Not regulated.
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing Group:
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: Not regulated.
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing group:
USA RQ: CAS# 60-35-5: 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: XN
Risk Phrases:
R 40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
Safety Phrases:
S 36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and
gloves.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 60-35-5: 1
Canada
CAS# 60-35-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 60-35-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 60-35-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
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