**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
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| 79-24-3 |Nitroethane | 100.0 | 201-188-9 |
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Hazard Symbols: XN F
Risk Phrases: 10 20/22
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Flammable. Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
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 central nervous system depression, kidney damage, and
liver damage. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea,
vomiting and diarrhea.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause effects similar to
those described for ingestion. May cause pulmonary edema and severe
respiratory disturbances.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.
**** 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
immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub eyes or keep eyes closed.
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.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Get medical aid immediately.
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:
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
Containers can build up pressure if exposed to heat and/or fire. As
in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Water runoff can cause environmental damage. Dike
and collect water used to fight fire. Vapors can travel to a source
of ignition and flash back. Flammable liquid and vapor.
Extinguishing Media:
Use carbon dioxide. Use alcohol foam. Do NOT use dry powder.
**** 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.
Wash area with soap and water. Wear a self contained breathing
apparatus and appropriate personal protection. (See Exposure
Controls, Personal Protection section). Scoop up with a nonsparking
tool, then place into a suitable container for disposal. 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.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with
skin and eyes. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid
and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Do not ingest or inhale. Avoid mechanical shock and friction. Do not
pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty
containers to heat, sparks or open flames.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
**** 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# 79-24-3:
United States OSHA: 100 ppm TWA; 310 mg/m3 TWA
Belgium - TWA: 100 ppm VLE; 311 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 100 ppm VME; 310 mg/m3 VME
Germany: 100 ppm TWA; 310 mg/m3 TWA
Malaysia: 100 ppm TWA; 307 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 20 ppm MAC; 60 mg/m3 MAC
Russia: 30 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 100 ppm VLA-ED; 312 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: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 15.6 mm Hg
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 114 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: -90 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: 41 deg C ( 105.80 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 3.4
Explosion Limits, upper: 7
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Slightly soluble in water.
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.05
Molecular Formula: CH3CH2NO2
Molecular Weight: 75.0405
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable at normal temperatures in tightly closed containers under an
inert atmosphere.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, mechanical shock, incompatible materials, ignition
sources, moisture.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents, strong acids, strong bases.
Increased heat sensitivity by adding amines, strong alkalis and
acids, and metal oxides, especially oxides of copper, cobalt, nickel,
chromium lead, or lead.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 79-24-3: KI5600000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 79-24-3: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 860 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 1100
mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Nitroethane -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Other
No information available.
**** 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: NITROETHANE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 2842
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: NITROETHANE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 2842
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: NITROETHANE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 2842
Packing group: III
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN F
Risk Phrases:
R 10 Flammable.
R 20/22 Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
Safety Phrases:
S 9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
S 25 Avoid contact with eyes.
S 41 In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe
fumes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 79-24-3: 2
Canada
CAS# 79-24-3 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 79-24-3 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 79-24-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 12/12/1997 Revision #2 Date: 3/18/2003
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