MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
DIXIE CHEMICAL COMPANY, INC.
P.O. Box 130410
Houston, TX 77219-0410
(713) 863-1947
FAX: (713) 863-8316
SECTION 1 鈥? CHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name: 3-Methoxypropionitrile (MOPN) Date of Issue: November 11, 1986
Formula: C4H7NO Revised Date: August 13, 1998
Chemical Family: Nitrile
Telephone Number: Information (281) 474-3271
Emergency Number: Chemtrec (800) 424-9300
HMIS Hazard Rating 4 = Extreme
Health: 2 3 = High
Fire: 2 2 = Moderate
Reactivity: 1 1 = Slight
PPE rating to be supplied by user 0 = Least
depending on use conditions.
SECTION 2 鈥? COMPOSITION
Components Percentage TLV (ppm) CAS #
3-Methoxypropionitrile >99 N.E. 110-67-8
Note: N.E. = Not Established N/A = Not Applicable
SECTION 3 鈥? HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Eye Contact: Will cause irritation.
Skin Contact: Will cause irritation. Harmful amounts may be absorbed through the skin.
Inhalation: Will cause mucous membrane and respiratory tract irritation. Vapors can cause
lethargy and irregular breathing.
Ingestion: Causes weakness, diarrhea, salivation, and tremors.
SECTION 4 鈥? FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact: Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact: Immediately remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wipe excess material from
skin and flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Use soap if available or follow by
washing with soap and water. Do not reuse contaminated clothing without
laundering. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.
Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing,
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administer artificial respiration. Get medical attention.
Ingestion: Get medical attention immediately.
SECTION 5 鈥? FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media: Use water, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide (CO2).
Special Firefighting Firefighters should wear NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus.
Procedures/Precautions: Responders should wear protective clothing to prevent skin contact. Move
containers from fire area. If unable to move, cool sealed containers with water.
Unusual Fire and Toxic fumes of acrylonitrile and methanol may be released. Uncontrolled burning
Explosion Information: may also result in the release of highly toxic hydrogen cyanide (HCN) vapors.
Environmental Note: N/A.
SECTION 6 鈥? ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Contain and recover. Prevent from entering sewers and waterways. Clean-up personnel should wear
self-contained breathing apparatus, chemical resistant boots and gloves, and other protective
equipment to prevent contact. Absorb with sand or vermiculite and place in closed containers for
disposal.
SECTION 7 鈥? HANDLING AND STORAGE
Containers should be grounded and/or bonded when material is transferred. Store in a cool, dry place.
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flames.
SECTION 8 鈥? EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH approved respiratory protection for organic vapors.
Ventilation: Utilize local exhaust to control vapors. Do not rely on general exhaust.
Protective Gloves: Utilize appropriate impervious chemical gloves. Neoprene or flat film gloves
are recommended.
Eye Protection: Chemical goggles and face shield.
Other Protective Wear additional protective clothing to prevent skin contact. This may include
Equipment: aprons, chemical resistant boots, and chemical resistant suits.
Work Practices: Use good personal hygiene practices. Wash hands before eating, drinking,
smoking or using toilet facilities. Promptly remove soiled clothing and wash
thoroughly before reuse. Shower after work using plenty of soap and water.
SECTION 9 鈥? PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
161oC
Boiling Point:
-62.9oC
Melting Point:
Volatility/Vol (%): 100
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10 @ 55oC
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):
Vapor Density (Air = 1): 2.94
33.5 g/100 ml @ 25oC
Solubility in H2O:
Appearance/Odor: Clear, water white to amber liquid with a faint characteristic odor.
0.94 @ 20oC
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1):
Evap. Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1): N.E.
158oF (70oC) PMCC, ASTM D93
Flash Point:
Lower Explosive Limit: N.E.
Upper Explosive Limit: N.E.
Autoignition Temperature: N.E.
SECTION 10 鈥? STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: N/A.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, bases, oxidizers, and reducers.
Decomposition Products: Oxides of carbon. Toxic fumes of acrylonitrile, methanol, and
hydrogen cyanide may be emitted during an uncontrolled fire.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION 11 鈥? TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACGIH TLV: N.E. STEL: N.E.
OSHA PEL: N.E. STEL: N.E.
Ingestion: LD50: 4390 mg/kg (rat) AIHAAP 30, 470, 196 (9)
LD50: 3200 mg/kg (mouse) 85JCAE -, 916, 1986
Dermal: LD50: >10 ml/kg (rabbit) AIHAAP 30, 470, 196 (9)
Carcinogenicity listed by: NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: No
SECTION 12 鈥? ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data available.
SECTION 13 鈥? DISPOSAL INFORMATION
Place in a city, state, or federally permitted disposal facility. Handle in accordance with all applicable
regulations.
SECTION 14 鈥? TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
DOT Shipping Name: Combustible Liquid, n.o.s. (3-methoxypropionitrile),
Combustible Liquid, NA 1993, PG III.
SECTION 15 鈥? REGULATORY INFORMATION
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U.S. Regulations:
TSCA: All components are listed on the TSCA inventory.
SARA TITLE III
Acute: Yes
Chronic: No
Fire: Yes
Reactivity: No
Pressure: No
TSCA 12(b) Export Notification: Not Listed
California Proposition 65: Not Listed
European Regulations:
EINECS Number: 203-790-7
Canadian Regulations:
3-Methoxypropionitrile is listed on the NDSL.
Japanese Regulations:
3-Methoxypropionitrile is listed on the ENCS.
ENCS Number: 2-1536
Australian Regulations:
3-Methoxypropionitrile is listed on the AICS.
Korean Regulations:
3-Methoxypropionitrile is not listed on the ECL.
ECL Number: Not Listed
SECTION 16 鈥? OTHER INFORMATION
PPE Codes (NPCA-HMIS)
A 鈥? Glasses G 鈥? Glasses, Gloves, Vapor Respirator
B 鈥? Glasses, Gloves H 鈥? Goggles, Gloves, Apron, Vapor Respirator
C 鈥? Glasses, Gloves, Apron I 鈥? Glasses, Gloves, Dust/Vapor Respirator
D 鈥? Faceshield, Gloves, Apron J 鈥? Goggles, Gloves, Apron, Dust/Vapor Respirator
E 鈥? Glasses, Gloves, Dustmask K 鈥? Supplied Air, Gloves, Full Protective Suit, Boots
F 鈥? Glasses, Gloves, Apron, Dust Respirator
Disclaimer
The information contained in the Material Safety Data Sheet is based on technical data that Dixie Chemical
Company believes to be reliable and is provided to our customers at no cost. It is intended for use by persons
having technical skill and at their own discretion and risk. Dixie Chemical Company will assume no liability
in connection with any uses of this information and no warranties, expressed or implied, are made with
regards to this information since conditions of use are outside Dixie Chemical Company鈥檚 control.
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