SIGMA-ALDRICH
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date Printed: 02/20/2008
Date Updated: 03/21/2007
Version 1.40
Section 1 鈥? Product and Company Information
Product Name 1,1鈥?-Azobis(cyclohexanecarbonitrile), 98%
Product Number 380210
Brand Aldrich Chemical
Company Sigma-Aldrich
Address 3050 Spruce Street
City, State, Zip, Country SAINT LOUIS, MO 63103 US
Technical Phone: 800-325-5832 Emergency Phone: 314-776-6555
Fax: 800-325-5052
Section 2 鈥? Composition/Information on Ingredient
Substance Name CAS# SARA 313 EC no Annex I Index
Number
1,1鈥?-AZOBIS(CYCLOHEXANECARBONITRILE) 2094-98-6 No 218-254-8
Formula C14H2ON4
Synonyms
Section 3 鈥? Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
Flammable (USA) Highly Flammable (EU) Irritant
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
HMIS Rating
Health: 2 Flammability: 2 Reactivity: 1
NFPA Rating
Health: 2 Flammability: 2 Reactivity: 1
For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.
Section 4 鈥? First Aid Measures
Oral Exposure
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
Inhalation Exposure
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Dermal Exposure
In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Call a physician.
Eye Exposure
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Asser adequate flushing by separating
the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
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Section 5 鈥? Fire Fighting Measures
Flammable Hazards Yes
Explosion Hazards
Container explosion may occur under fire conditions.
Explosion Data
Dust Potential
This material, like most materials in powder form, is capable of creating a dust explosion.
Autoignition Temp: N/A Flammability: Yes
Extinguishing Media
Suitable
Use approved class D extinguishers or smother with dry sand, dry ground limestone, or dry clay.
Firefighting
Protective Equipment
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Specific Hazards
Flammable solid. Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Section 6 鈥? Accidental Release Measures
Procedure to be Followed in case of Leak or Spill
Evacuate area. Shut off all sources of ignition. Use non-sparking tools.
Procedures of Personal Precautions
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy rubber gloves.
Methods for Cleaning Up
Avoid raising dust. Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup
is complete.
Section 7 鈥? Handling and Storage
Handling
User Exposure
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid breathing dust. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
Storage
Suitable
Keep container closed. Keep sway from heat, sparks, and open flames. Store at 2-8*C
Special Requirements
Vent periodically. May develop pressure. Open carefully.
Section 8 鈥? Exposure Controls / PPE
Engineering Controls
Safety shower and eye bath. Use non-sparking tools. Mechanical exhaust required.
Personal Protective Equipment
Respiratory
Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN
(EU). Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full face particle respirator type N100 9US)
or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole maens of protection,
use full face supplied air respirator.
Hand
Compatible chemical resistant gloves
Eye
Chemical safety goggles.
General Hygiene Measures
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Section 9 鈥? Physical/Chemical Properties
Appearance
Physical State Color Form
Very faintly beige Fine crystals
Molecular Weight 244.34 AMU
Ph N/A
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range 114*C
Freezing Point N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
SG/Density N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Odor Threshold N/A
Volatile% N/A
VOC Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Viscosity N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Flash Point *F N/A
Flash Point *C N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp. N/A
Solubility N/A
N/A = not available
Section 10 鈥? Stability and Reactivity
Stability
Stable
Stable.
Conditions of Instability
Exothermic decomposition commences above 114*C
Conditions to Avoid
Heat.
Materials to Avoid
Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides
Hazardous Polymerization
Will not occur.
Section 11 鈥? Toxicological Information
Route of Exposure
Skin Contact
Causes skin burns
Skin Absorption
May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye contact
Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation
Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled.
Ingestion
May be harmful if swallowed.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
Prolonged exposure can cause: Nausea, headache, and vomiting. To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
RTECS Number: N/A
Section 12 鈥? Ecological Information
No Data Available
Section 13 鈥? Disposal Considerations
Appropriate Method of Disposal of Substance or Preparation
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting as this material is highly
flammable.
Observe all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
Section 14 鈥? Transport Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name: Self-reactive solid type D
UN#: 3226
Class: 4.1
Packing Group: Packing Group II
Hazard Label: Flammable solid
PIH: not PIH
IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Self-reactive solid type D
IATA UN Number: 3226
Hazard Class: 4.1
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Section 15 鈥? Regulatory Information
EU Additional Classification
Symbol of Danger: F Xi
Indication of Danger
Highly Flammable. Irritant.
Risk Statements R: 11 36/37/38
Highly flammable. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Statements S: 26
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
US Classification and Label Text
Indication of Danger
Flammable (USA) Highly Flammable (EU) Irritant.
Risk Statements
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Statements
Keep away from sources of ignition -no smoking. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
seek medical advice.
United States Regulatory Information
SARA Listed: No
TSCA Inventory Item: Yes
Canada Regulatory Information
WHMIS Classification
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS contains all the information
required by the CPR.
DSL: No
NDSL: Yes
Section 16 鈥? Other Information
Disclaimer
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
Warranty
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information is this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product wit regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc., shall not
be held liable for any damage resulting from handling of from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or
packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. Copyright 2008 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
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