Alfa Aesar/Avocado Organics - Material Safety Data Sheet B23448
1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE AND SUPPLIER
Name On Label : 1,1,3-Trimethoxypropane
Product Number : B23448
Supplier :
Johnson Matthey Catalog Company Inc.
30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, Massachusetts, 01835-8099
Emergency Telephone Number: (978) 521-6300; CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300
Alternative Names : 3-Methoxypropionaldehyde dimethyl acetal
2. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON COMPONENTS
Name : 1,1,3-Trimethoxypropane
MinorImpurities : Not determined
CAS Number : 14315-97-0
EINECS Number : Not listed
EEC Number :
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Designation :
FLAMMABLE ~ IRRITANT
Risk Phrases
R10 Flammable.
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult give oxygen and seek medical
attention.
Eye Contact
Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists,
seek medical attention.
Skin Contact
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with soap and water. Rinse
thoroughly. If irritation persists or other symptoms are observed, seek medical
advice.
Ingestion
Rinse out mouth and drink lots of water. In case of irritation or other symptoms,
seek medical attention.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extiguishing Medium
Use fire fighting measures which suit the environment and take into account
other materials which may be involved. In general, water-based extinguishers
should not be used for fires involving organic materials. Use carbon dioxide or
dry powder.
Protective Equipment
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Hazardous Products of Combustion May Include:
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Protection
Keep away from ignition sources. Avoid inhalation of vapour. Wear protective
equipment including rubber gloves, eye protection and breathing equipment.
Keep unprotected persons away.
Environmental Protection
Take precautions to ensure product does not contaminate the ground or enter
the drainage system.
Collection
Absorb in vermiculite or proprietary absorbent material and transfer to sealed
containers for disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Chemicals should be used only by those trained in handling potentially
hazardous materials. Rubber gloves, eye protection and protective clothing
should be worn. Operations should be carried out in an efficient fume hood or
equivalent system.
Storage
Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool place.
Protect from moisture.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory
Avoid inhalation of product. Handle in an efficient fume hood or equivalent
system.
Eye
Avoid eye contact. Wear safety spectacles, goggles or, for larger quantities, a full
face mask.
Hands and Body
Irritant product. Avoid skin contact. Wear rubber gloves, protective clothing
and, for larger quantities, full arm, body and face protection. Wash hands
thoroughly after handling.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance :
Physical Constants: b.p. 45-46掳/17mm
Molecular Formula : C6H14O3
Formula Weight : 134.17
Water Solubility :
Density : 0.942
Flash Point : 40掳
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Specific Hazard
Incompatibilities
Strong acids. Strong oxidising agents.
Decomposition
Hazardous products of decomposition may include:
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS Number : Not listed
Acute Toxicity
LD50 : Not available
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
12. ECOLOGICAL EFFECTS
General
Take care to prevent chemicals from entering the ground, water courses or
drainage systems.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal
Disposal should be via an approved contractor and should take full account of
local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN Number :
Land Transport
ADR/RIC Code/Class: /Packing Group n/a
Maritime Transport IMDG Code/Class : /Packing Group n/a
Air Transport IATA Code/Class : /Packing Group n/a
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CAS Number : 14315-97-0
EINECS Number : Not listed
EEC Number :
UN Number : None
RTECS Number : Not listed
Hazard Indication :
FLAMMABLE ~ IRRITANT
Risk and Safety Phrases
Flammable.
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No Smoking.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
TSCA:
16. OTHER INFORMATION
It must be recognised that the physical and chemical properties of any product
may not be fully understood and that new, possibly hazardous products may
arise from reactions between chemicals. The information given in this data sheet
is based on our present knowledge and shall not constitute a guarantee for any
specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual
relationship.
Date of Last Review: 1st June 2000
Date Printed : 13th November 2000
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