Material Safety Data Sheet
Vinyl Acetate
Section 1. Chemical product and company identification
: Vinyl Acetate
Product Name
: AIRGAS INC., on behalf of its subsidiaries
Supplier
259 North Radnor-Chester Road
Suite 100
Radnor, PA 19087-5283
1-610-687-5253
: acetate de vinyle (french); acetic acid, ethenyl ester; 1-acetoxyethylene; ethenyl acetate;
Synonym
octan winylu (polish); vac; vinile (acetato di) (italian); vinylacetaat (dutch); vinylacetat
(german); vinyl acetate; vinyl acetate (dot); vinyl acetate h.q.; vinyl a monomer; vinyle
(acetate de) (french); vyac; zeset t; vinyl acetate monomer
: Other non specified industry: POLYVINYL ACETATE, POLYVINYL ALCOHOL, POLYVINYL
Material uses
BUTYRAL, AND POLYVINYL CHLORIDE-ACETATE RESINS (Q.V.), USED
PARTICULARLY IN LATEX PAINTS; PAPER COATING; ADHESIVES; TEXTILE
FINISHING; SAFETY GLASS INTERLAYERS. A VINYL ACETATE-ETHYLENE
COPOLYMER IS AVAILABLE FOR SPECIALTY PRODUCTS.
: 001095
MSDS#
Date of : 2/23/2006.
Preparation/Revision
: 1-866-734-3438
In case of emergency
Section 2. Hazards identification
: Liquid. (COLORLESS WATERY LIQUID WITH A PLEASANT FRUITY ODOR [NOTE:
Physical state
RAW MATERIAL FOR MANY POLY-VINYL RESINS.])
: Danger!
Emergency overview
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR.
CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT AND EYE IRRITATION.
CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN,
EYE, LENS OR CORNEA.
SUSPECT CANCER HAZARD.
MAY CAUSE CANCER.
VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE.
Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Keep away from heat, sparks
and flame. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash
thoroughly after handling. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure.
Potential acute health effects
Irritating to eyes.
Eyes :
Practically non-toxic in contact with skin. Slightly irritating to the skin.
Skin :
Irritating to respiratory system.
Inhalation :
Practically non-toxic if swallowed.
:
Ingestion
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS Classified A3 (Proven for animal.) by ACGIH, 2B
:
Potential chronic health :
(Possible for human.) by IARC.
effects
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
: Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health
Medical conditions
aggravated by overexposure by an accumulation in one or many human organs.
See toxicological Information (section 11)
Vinyl Acetate
Section 3. Composition, Information on Ingredients
United States
Exposure limits
vinyl acetate 108-05-4 100 ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2005). Notes:
Substances for which the TLV is higher
than the OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit
(PEL) and/or the NIOSH Recommended
Exposure Limit (REL). See CFR 58(124)
:36338-33351, June 30, 1993, for revised
OSHA PEL. Refers to Appendix A --
Carcinogens.
STEL: 53 mg/m 3 15 minute(s). Form: All
forms
STEL: 15 ppm 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 35 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 10 ppm 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
NIOSH REL (United States, 12/2001).
CEIL: 15 mg/m 3 15 minute(s). Form: All
forms
CEIL: 4 ppm 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
Section 4. First aid measures
: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye contact
Get medical attention immediately.
: Wash with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Skin contact
: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
Inhalation
difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately.
: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give
Ingestion
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention if symptoms
appear.
Section 5. Fire fighting measures
Flammable.
Flammability of the product :
402.23 to 426.68掳C (756 to 800掳F)
Auto-ignition temperature :
Closed cup: -8.15掳C (17.3掳F).
Flash point :
Lower: 2.6% Upper: 13.4%
Flammable limits :
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO 2).
Products of combustion :
In case of fire, use water spray (fog), foam, dry chemicals, or CO 2.
Fire fighting media and :
instructions
Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Vapor may cause flash fire. Vapors may accumulate
in low or confined areas, travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash
back. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard.
: Fire fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
Special protective
apparatus (SCBA) with a full facepiece operated in positive pressure mode.
equipment for fire-fighters
Section 6. Accidental release measures
: Immediately contact emergency personnel. Eliminate all ignition sources. Keep
Personal precautions
unnecessary personnel away. Use suitable protective equipment (Section 8). Do not
touch or walk through spilled material.
Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains
and sewers.
: If emergency personnel are unavailable, contain spilled material. For small spills add
Methods for cleaning up
absorbent (soil may be used in the absence of other suitable materials) and use a non-
sparking or explosion proof means to transfer material to a sealed, appropriate container
for disposal. For large spills dike spilled material or otherwise contain material to ensure
runoff does not reach a waterway. Place spilled material in an appropriate container for
disposal.
Vinyl Acetate
Section 7. Handling and storage
: Avoid contact with eyes. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation.
Handling
Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. To avoid fire or
explosion, dissipate static electricity during transfer by grounding and bonding containers
and equipment before transferring material. Use explosion-proof electrical (ventilating,
lighting and material handling) equipment. Wash thoroughly after handling.
: Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Storage
Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Avoid all possible sources
of ignition (spark or flame).
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
: Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
Engineering controls
concentrations of vapors below their respective occupational exposure limits. Ensure
that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the work-station location.
Personal protection
: Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk
Eyes
assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or
dusts.
: Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being
Skin
performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling
this product.
: Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approved
Respiratory
standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary.Respirator selection must be
based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe
working limits of the selected respirator.
: Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves or gauntlets complying with an approved standard
Hands
should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment
indicates this is necessary.
Personal protection in case : Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self-contained breathing
apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective
of a large spill
clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Product name Exposure limits
United States
vinyl acetate ACGIH TLV (United States, 1/2005). Notes: Substances for which
the TLV is higher than the OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL)
and/or the NIOSH Recommended Exposure Limit (REL). See CFR
58(124) :36338-33351, June 30, 1993, for revised OSHA PEL. Refers
to Appendix A -- Carcinogens.
STEL: 53 mg/m 3 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
STEL: 15 ppm 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 35 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
TWA: 10 ppm 8 hour(s). Form: All forms
NIOSH REL (United States, 12/2001).
CEIL: 15 mg/m 3 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
CEIL: 4 ppm 15 minute(s). Form: All forms
Section 9. Physical and chemical properties
: Liquid. (COLORLESS WATERY LIQUID WITH A PLEASANT FRUITY ODOR [NOTE:
Physical state
RAW MATERIAL FOR MANY POLY-VINYL RESINS.])
: NOT UNPLEASANT, SWEET SMELL IN SMALL QUANTITIES; PLEASANT FRUITY;
Odor
CHARACTER
: 86.1 g/mole
Molecular weight
: C4H6O2
Molecular formula
Boiling/condensation point : 71.85掳C (161.3掳F)
: -93.35掳C (-136掳F)
Melting/freezing point
: 251.9掳C (485.4掳F)
Critical temperature
: 0.934 (Water = 1)
Specific gravity
Vinyl Acetate
: 11.7 kPa (88 mm Hg) (at 20掳C)
Vapor pressure
: 3 (Air = 1)
Vapor density
: 8.3
Evaporation rate
Section 10. Stability and reactivity
: The product is stable.
Stability and reactivity
Incompatibility with various : Highly reactive with oxidizing agents, acids, alkalis, moisture.
The product may undergo hazardous decomposition, condensation or polymerization, it
substances
may react violently with water to emit toxic gases or it may become self-reactive under
conditions of shock or increase in temperature or pressure.
Section 11. Toxicological information
Ingredient name Test Result Route Species
vinyl acetate LD50 2900 mg/kg Oral Rat
LD50 1600 mg/kg Oral Mouse
LD50 2335 mg/kg Dermal Rabbit
22800 mg/m 3 (1 Inhalation
LC50 Rat
hour(s))
Chronic effects on humans : CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS Classified A3 (Proven for animal.) by ACGIH, 2B
:
(Possible for human.) by IARC.
Causes damage to the following organs: upper respiratory tract, skin, eye, lens or
cornea.
: No specific information is available in our database regarding the other toxic effects of
Other toxic effects on
this material for humans.
humans
Specific effects
: May cause cancer. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure.
Carcinogenic effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Mutagenic effects
: No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Reproduction toxicity
Section 12. Ecological information
Ingredient name Species Period Result
vinyl acetate Pimephales promelas (LC50) 96 hour(s) 14 mg/l
Pimephales promelas (LC50) 96 hour(s) 15 mg/l
Lepomis macrochirus (LC50) 96 hour(s) 18 mg/l
Pimephales promelas (LC50) 96 hour(s) 19.73 mg/l
Pimephales promelas (LC50) 96 hour(s) 20 mg/l
Pimephales promelas (LC50) 96 hour(s) 23 mg/l
: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO 2) and water.
Products of degradation
: The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Toxicity of the products of
biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal considerations
: The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Avoid
Waste disposal
dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and
sewers. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times
comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation
and any regional local authority requirements.
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Vinyl Acetate
Section 14. Transport information
Regulatory UN number Proper shipping Class Packing group Label Additional
information name information
DOT Classification UN1301 VINYL ACETATE, 3 II Reportable
STABILIZED quantity
FLAMMABLE LIQUID
5000 lbs.
3
(2268 kg)
Limited
quantity
Yes.
Packaging
instruction
Passenger
Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 5 L
Cargo Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 60 L
Special
provisions
IB2, T4, TP1
TDG Classification UN1301 VINYL ACETATE, 3 II Explosive
STABILIZED Limit and
Limited
3
Quantity
Index
1
Passenger
Carrying
Road or Rail
Index
5
UN1301 VINYL ACETATE, 3 II
Mexico Reportable
STABILIZED
Classification quantity
FLAMMABLE LIQUID
5000 lbs.
3
(2268 kg)
Limited
quantity
Yes.
Packaging
instruction
Passenger
Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 5 L
Cargo Aircraft
Quantity
limitation: 60 L
Special
provisions
Vinyl Acetate
IB2, T4, TP1
Section 15. Regulatory information
United States
: Flammable liquid
HCS Classification
Irritating material
Carcinogen
Target organ effects
: TSCA 8(b) inventory: vinyl acetate
U.S. Federal regulations
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: vinyl acetate
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: vinyl acetate
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: vinyl acetate
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: vinyl
acetate: Fire hazard, reactive, Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard, Delayed (Chronic)
Health Hazard
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: vinyl acetate
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: vinyl acetate
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: vinyl acetate
SARA 313
Product name CAS number Concentration
: vinyl acetate 108-05-4 100
Form R - Reporting
requirements
: vinyl acetate 108-05-4 100
Supplier notification
SARA 313 notifications must not be detached from the MSDS and any copying and redistribution of the MSDS shall
include copying and redistribution of the notice attached to copies of the MSDS subsequently redistributed.
: Pennsylvania RTK: vinyl acetate: (environmental hazard, generic environmental hazard)
State regulations
Massachusetts RTK: vinyl acetate
New Jersey: vinyl acetate
Canada
: Class B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8掳C (100掳F).
WHMIS (Canada)
Class D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC).
Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
Class F: Dangerously reactive material.
CEPA DSL: vinyl acetate
Section 16. Other information
: HIGHLY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR.
Label Requirements
CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT AND EYE IRRITATION.
CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN,
EYE, LENS OR CORNEA.
SUSPECT CANCER HAZARD.
MAY CAUSE CANCER.
VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE.
*2
Hazardous Material : Health
Information System (U.S.A.) 3
Fire hazard
2
Reactivity
C
Personal protection
Vinyl Acetate
National Fire Protection :
Flammability
3
Association (U.S.A.)
2 2
Health Instability
Special
Notice to reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named
supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the
information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present
unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot
guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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