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MSDS 
:
 Methyl acetate, 99%
CAS 
:
 79-20-9
SYNONYMS 
:
 Acetic acid, methyl ester; Methyl ethanoate.
**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 79-20-9 |Methyl acetate | 99 | 201-185-2
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
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. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness.

Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause moderate skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged exposure
may cause drying and cracking of the skin.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system
effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness
and coma. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause narcotic
effects in high concentration. Exposure may produce optic nerve
damage and possible blindness. Overexposure may lead to convulsions,
shortness of breath, and stupor.
Chronic:
Chronic inhalation may cause effects similar to those of acute
inhalation.

**** 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:
Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with
plenty of soap and water.
Ingestion:
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 to fresh air immediately. 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. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers
cool. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire. Extremely
flammable liquid and vapor. Vapor may cause flash fire. 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:
Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Use foam, dry
chemical, or carbon dioxide. Water may be ineffective.

**** 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. Remove all sources of ignition.
Provide ventilation.

**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. 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 heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of
ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Keep from contact
with oxidizing materials. 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 exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the
permissible exposure limits.
Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes:
Wear chemical 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. Always use
a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator when necessary.

**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

Physical State: Liquid
Color: clear
Odor: Pleasant odor
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 100 mm Hg @9.4C
Viscosity: 0.38 mPas 20 deg C
Boiling Point: 57.4 deg C @ 760 mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point: -98 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: 454 deg C ( 849.20 deg F)
Flash Point: -10 deg C ( 14.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 3.1 vol %
Explosion Limits, upper: 16.0 vol %
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: .9300 g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C3H6O2
Molecular Weight: 74.08

**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Ignition sources.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases, nitrates.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

RTECS#:
CAS# 79-20-9: AI9100000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 79-20-9: Dermal, guinea pig: LD50 = >20 mL/kg; Draize test,
rabbit, eye: 100 mg/24H Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500
mg/24H Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 20 mg/24H Moderate; Oral,
rabbit: LD50 = 3705 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = >5 gm/kg; Skin, rabbit:
LD50 = >5 gm/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Methyl acetate -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****



**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

IATA
Shipping Name: METHYL ACETATE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1231
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: METHYL ACETATE
Hazard Class: 3.2
UN Number: 1231
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: METHYL ACETATE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1231
Packing group: II

**** 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 Vapors 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 29 Do not empty into drains.
S 33 Take precautionary measures against static
discharges.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 79-20-9: 1
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits

United Kingdom Maximum Exposure Limits

Canada
None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL/NDSL list.
CAS# 79-20-9 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 79-20-9: OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 200 ppm (610 mg/m3);STEL 250 ppm (760
mg/m3)
OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 200 ppm (610 mg/m3);STEL 250 ppm (760 mg/m3)
OEL-CZECHOSLOVAKIA:TWA 200 mg/m3;STEL 600 mg/m3
OEL-DENMARK:TWA 200 ppm (610 mg/m3)
OEL-FINLAND:TWA 200 ppm (610 mg/m3);STEL 250 ppm (765 mg/m3)
OEL-FRANCE:TWA 200 ppm (610 mg/m3);STEL 250 ppm (760 mg/m3)
OEL-GERMANY:TWA 200 ppm (610 mg/m3)
OEL-HUNGARY:TWA 200 mg/m3;STEL 500 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-JAPAN:TWA 200 ppm (610 mg/m3)
OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 200 ppm (610 mg/m3)
OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 200 ppm (610 mg/m3)
OEL-POLAND:TWA 100 mg/m3
OEL-RUSSIA:TWA 200 ppm;STEL 100 mg/m3
OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 200 ppm (610 mg/m3);STEL 400 ppm
OEL-TURKEY:TWA 200 ppm (610 mg/m3)
OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 200 ppm (610 mg/m3);STEL 250 ppm
OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV
OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 79-20-9 is not listed on the TSCA inventory.
It is for research and development use only.

**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

MSDS Creation Date: 9/02/1997 Revision #3 Date: 6/20/2002

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