**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 75-52-5 |Nitromethane | >95 | 200-876-6 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases: 10 22 5
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Flammable. Harmful if swallowed. Heating may cause an explosion.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation. Vapors may cause eye irritation.
Skin:
Exposure may cause irritation characterized by redness, dryness, and
inflammation.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea. May cause liver damage. May cause central nervous system
depression. May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause effects similar to
those described for ingestion. May cause pulmonary edema and severe
respiratory disturbances.
Chronic:
Possible cancer hazard based on tests with laboratory animals.
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.
**** 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:
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. Flammable
liquid and vapor. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air.
Explosive decomposition may occur under fire conditions. Closed
containers may rupture violently when heated. Fight fire from
maximum distance or use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles.
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. Nitromethane is shock- and heat- sensitive.
Explosive decomposition begins at 599F (315C). May be detonated by
nearby explosions.
Extinguishing Media:
For large fires, use water spray, fog, or alcohol-resistant foam.
Water may be ineffective. Do NOT use dry chemical. If water is the
only media available, use in flooding amounts. Cool containers with
flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. For small
fires, DO NOT USE dry chemical extinguishers to control fires
involving nitromethane or nitroethane.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways.
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective
Equipment section. Wear a self contained breathing apparatus and
appropriate personal protection. (See Exposure Controls, Personal
Protection section). Remove all sources of ignition. Absorb spill
using an absorbent, non-combustible material such as earth, sand, or
vermiculite. Do not use combustible materials such as sawdust. Use a
spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. Prevent spreading of vapors
through sewers, ventilation systems and confined areas. Use water
spray to cool and disperse vapors and protect personnel.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Ground and bond containers when transferring
material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid
contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain
product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Take
precautionary measures against static discharges. Avoid mechanical
shock and friction. 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. Employ care in
contact of nitromethane with reducing agents, strong bases, amines,
heavy metals or their oxides, especially at elevated temperatures or
in confined spaces - explosion may result. Anhydrous salts of
nitromethane may explode.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Outside or
detached storage is preferred. DO NOT STORE WITH OTHER FLAMMABLES.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 75-52-5:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 100 ppm TWA; 254 mg/m3 TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 150 ppm STEL; 381 mg/m3 STEL
United States OSHA: 100 ppm TWA; 250 mg/m3 TWA
Belgium - TWA: 20 ppm VLE; 51 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 100 ppm VME; 250 mg/m3 VME
Germany: 100 ppm TWA; 250 mg/m3 TWA
Germany: Skin absorber
Malaysia: 20 ppm TWA; 50 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 20 ppm MAC; 50 mg/m3 MAC
Russia: 30 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 20 ppm VLA-ED; 51 mg/m3 VLA-ED
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 protective gloves and clothing 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: Liquid
Color: colorless
Odor: fruity odor - disagreeable odor
pH: 6.12 (0.1M sol)
Vapor Pressure: 27.8 mm Hg @20 deg C
Viscosity: 0.61 cP 25 C
Boiling Point: 213 deg F
Freezing/Melting Point: -20 deg F
Autoignition Temperature: 785 deg F ( 418.33 deg C)
Flash Point: 95 deg F ( 35.00 deg C)
Explosion Limits, lower: 7.3%
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: 315 deg C
Solubility in water: Slightly soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.13 (water=1)
Molecular Formula: CH3NO2
Molecular Weight: 61.04
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Substance is shock sensitive and thermally unstable. Substance forms
an explosive sodium salt which bursts into flame on contact with
water. Nitromethane is made more sensitive to detonation by
contamination with certain other materials such as amines and acids.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, mechanical shock, ignition sources, confined
spaces.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, reducing agents, strong acids, strong bases,
amines, formaldehyde, nitric acid, metal oxides, hydrocarbons,
combustible materials, heavy metals.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 75-52-5: PA9800000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 75-52-5: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 950 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 940
mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Nitromethane -
ACGIH: A3 - Confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to
California: carcinogen, initial date 5/1/97
NTP: Suspect carcinogen
IARC: Group 2B carcinogen
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
**** 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: NITROMETHANE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1261
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: NITROMETHANE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1261
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: NITROMETHANE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1261
Packing group: II
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases:
R 10 Flammable.
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 5 Heating may cause an explosion.
Safety Phrases:
S 41 In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe
fumes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 75-52-5: 2
Canada
CAS# 75-52-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 75-52-5 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 75-52-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 12/12/1997 Revision #7 Date: 10/05/2004
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