SAFETY DATA SHEET
METHYL-3-(TRIFLUOROMETHYL)BENZOATE Page 1
Issued: 07/03/2007
Revision No: 2
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING
Product name: METHYL-3-(TRIFLUOROMETHYL)BENZOATE
CAS number: 2557-13-3
PC5171Z
Product code:
Use / description of product: Flammable. Irritant. Liquid.
Company name: Apollo Scientific Ltd
Bredbury, Stockport, SK6 2QR,Tel 0161 406 0505
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Hazardous ingredients: METHYL-3-(TRIFLUOROMETHYL)BENZOATE >90%
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Main hazards: Flammable. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Other hazards: In use, may form flammable / explosive vapour-air mixture.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (SYMPTOMS)
Skin contact: There may be irritation and redness at the site of contact.
Eye contact: There may be pain and redness. The eyes may water profusely. There may be severe pain. The
vision may become blurred. May cause permanent damage.
Ingestion: There may be soreness and redness of the mouth and throat. Nausea and stomach pain may
occur.
Inhalation: There may be irritation of the throat with a feeling of tightness in the chest.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (ACTION)
Skin contact: Remove all contaminated clothes and footwear immediately unless stuck to skin. Wash
immediately with plenty of soap and water.
Eye contact: Bathe the eye with running water for 15 minutes. Transfer to hospital for specialist examination.
Ingestion: Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, give half a litre of water to
drink immediately. Consult a doctor.
Inhalation: Remove casualty from exposure ensuring one's own safety whilst doing so.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media: Suitable extinguishing media for the surrounding fire should be used. Dry chemical powder.
Carbon dioxide. Use water spray to cool containers.
Exposure hazards: In combustion emits toxic fumes.
Protection of fire-fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin
and eyes.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Mark out the contaminated area with signs and prevent access to unauthorised personnel. Do
not attempt to take action without suitable protective clothing - see section 8 of SDS. Turn
leaking containers leak-side up to prevent the escape of liquid. [cont...]
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Environmental precautions: Take precautions to ensure product does not contaminate the ground or enter the drainage
system. Contain the spillage using bunding.
Clean-up procedures: Absorb into dry earth or sand. Transfer to a closable, labelled salvage container for disposal by
an appropriate method.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling requirements: Avoid direct contact with the substance. Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area. Avoid
the formation or spread of mists in the air. only use in fume hood
Storage conditions: Store in cool, well ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed.
Suitable packaging: Must only be kept in original packaging.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering measures: Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area.
Respiratory protection: Self-contained breathing apparatus must be available in case of emergency.
Hand protection: Protective gloves.
Eye protection: Tightly fitting safety goggles. Ensure eye bath is to hand.
Skin protection: Protective clothing.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
State: Liquid
Boiling point/range掳C: 93-95
Flash point掳C: 40.5
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to avoid: Heat.
Materials to avoid: Strong oxidising agents. Strong acids.
Haz. decomp. products: In combustion emits toxic fumes.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Chronic toxicity: MAY BE HARMFUL BY INHALATION, INGESTION, OR SKIN ABSORPTION.
Routes of exposure: Refer to section 4 of SDS for routes of exposure and corresponding symptoms. MAY BE
HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED, INHALED, OR ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Mobility: Data not yet known
Persistence and degradability: No data available.
Bioaccumulative potential: No data available.
Other adverse effects: No data available.
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal operations: MATERIAL SHOULD BE DISPOSED OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL, STATE AND
FEDERAL REGULATIONS
Disposal of packaging: Observe all federal, state and local environmental regulations. Dispose of as special waste in
compliance with local and national regulations
NB: The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of regional or national regulations
regarding disposal.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR / RID
UN no: 3272 ADR Class: 3
Packing group: III Classification code: F1
Shipping name: ESTERS, N.O.S.
Labelling: 3 Hazard ID no: 30
IMDG / IMO
UN no: 3272 Class: 3
Packing group: III EmS: F-E,S-D
Marine pollutant: . Labelling: 3
IATA / ICAO
UN no: 3272 Class: 3
Packing group: III Packing instructions: 309(P&CA); 310(CAO)
Labelling: 3
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard symbols: Flammable.
Irritant.
Risk phrases: R10: Flammable.
R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety phrases: S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
S36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye / face protection.
S45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label
where possible).
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Note: The regulatory information given above only indicates the principal regulations specifically
applicable to the product described in the safety data sheet. The user's attention is drawn to
the possible existence of additional provisions which complete these regulations. Refer to all
applicable national, international and local regulations or provisions.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Legal disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall
be used only as a guide. This company shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from
handling or from contact with the above product.
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