MSDS MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Revised July 6, 1999
Oakwood Products, Inc.
1741 Old Dunbar Rd.
W. Columbia, SC 29172
Phone Numbers
Product Information 1-803-739-8800
Transportation Emergency 1-800-451-8346
Outside the USA 1-619-677-0150
MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION
Ethyl 4,4,4-trifluoroacetoacetate
NAME:
CAS #: [372-31-6]
MF: C6H7F3O3
SYNONYMS
Ethyl 3-oxo-4,4,4-trifluorobutyrate
TOXICITY HAZARDS
Not Available
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
ACUTE EFFECTS
Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin. Vapor or mist is
irritating to the eyes, mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. To the best
of our knowledge, the chemical, physical and toxicological properties have not
been thoroughly investigated.
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Oakwood Products, Inc. Ethyl 4,4,4-Trifluoroacetoacetate
1741 Old Dunbar Rd. July 6, 1999
W. Columbia, SC 29172
FIRST AID
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes or skin with copious amounts of water
for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. If
inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician. Wash contaminated
clothing before reuse.
PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING PT: 129-130 C
DENSITY 1.259
APPEARANCE AND ODOR :
Clear to pale yellow liquid with a typical ester odor
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLAMMABLE LIQUID
Flash Point: 84 F (28 C)
Extinguishing media: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder,
alcohol or polymer foam.
Special firefighting procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and
protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Unusual fire and explosion hazards: Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
REACTIVITY DATA
Incompatibilities:
Strong acids.
Strong bases.
Strong oxidizing agents.
Strong reducing agents.
Hazardous combustion or decomposition products:
Thermal decomposition may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and
hydrogen fluoride.
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Oakwood Products, Inc. Ethyl 4,4,4-Trifluoroacetoacetate
1741 Old Dunbar Rd. July 6, 1999
W. Columbia, SC 29172
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to be taken if material is released or spilled:
Remove all sources of ignition in the area. Wear appropriate respirator, rubber
boots and heavy rubber gloves. Absorb on sand or vermiculite and place in closed
containers for disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is
complete.
Waste disposal method:
Dissolve in or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical
incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. Observe all Federal, State
and local laws.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE
Wear appropriate NIOSH/MSHA- approved respirator, chemical resistant gloves,
safety goggles and other protective clothing.
Have safety shower and eye wash available. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Do not breathe vapor.
Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Irritant.
Harmful vapor.
Keep container closed.
Store in a cool dry place.
TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Flammable liquid, n.o.s
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UN1993 III
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive
and shall be used only as a guide. Oakwood shall not be held liable for any damage
resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.
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