SIGMA-ALDRICH



                      MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET



                                                Date Printed: 09/18/2006

                                                Date Updated: 02/02/2006

                                                           Version 1.3





Section 1 - Product and Company Information



Product Name                   1-BENZOYLACETONE, 99%

Product Number                 B11907

Brand                          SIAL



Company                        Sigma-Aldrich

Address                        3050 Spruce Street

                               SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 US

Technical Phone:               800-325-5832

Fax:                           800-325-5052

Emergency Phone:               314-776-6555



Section 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredient



Substance Name                            CAS #                 SARA 313

1-BENZOYLACETONE CRYSTALLINE              93-91-4               No



Formula          C10H10O2

Synonyms         Acetoacetophenone * alpha-Acetylacetophenone *

                 2-Acetylacetophenone * Acetylbenzoylmethane *

                 Benzoyl-aceton (German) * Benzoylacetone

RTECS Number:    EK3540200



Section 3 - Hazards Identification





HMIS RATING

   HEALTH: 0

   FLAMMABILITY: 0

   REACTIVITY: 0



NFPA RATING

   HEALTH: 0

   FLAMMABILITY: 0

   REACTIVITY: 0



For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.



Section 4 - 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 contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious

   amounts of water.

EYE EXPOSURE

   In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts

   of water for at least 15 minutes.



Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures



AUTOIGNITION TEMP

   N/A



FLAMMABILITY

   N/A



EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

   Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or

   appropriate foam.



FIREFIGHTING

   Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus

   and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

   Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.



Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures



PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)

   Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and

   heavy rubber gloves.



METHODS FOR CLEANING UP

   Cover with dry lime or soda ash, pick up, keep in a closed

   container, and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust.

   Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is

   complete.



Section 7 - Handling and Storage



HANDLING

   User Exposure: Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin,

   and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.



STORAGE

   Suitable: Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place.



Section 8 - Exposure Controls / PPE



ENGINEERING CONTROLS

   Safety shower and eye bath. 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). Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection

   from nuisance levels of dusts are desired, use type N95 (US) or

   type P1 (EN 143) dust masks.

   Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.

   Eye: Chemical safety goggles.



GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES

   Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before

   reuse.



Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties







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Appearance              Color: Beige

                        Form: Powder



Property                Value                 At Temperature or Pressure



Molecular Weight        162.19 AMU

pH                      N/A

BP/BP Range             N/A

MP/MP Range             54 ËšC

Freezing Point          N/A

Vapor Pressure          N/A

Vapor Density           N/A

Saturated Vapor Conc.   N/A

SG/Density              1.09 g/cm3

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

Surface Tension         N/A

Partition Coefficient   N/A

Decomposition Temp.     N/A

Explosion Limits        N/A

Flammability            N/A

Autoignition Temp       N/A

Refractive Index        N/A

Optical Rotation        N/A

Miscellaneous Data      N/A

Solubility              N/A



N/A = not available



Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity



STABILITY

   Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents.



HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

   Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.



HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION

   Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur



Section 11 - Toxicological Information



ROUTE OF EXPOSURE

   Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.

   Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

   Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.

   Inhalation: Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and

   upper respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled.

   Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.



SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE

   To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and

   toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.



Section 12 - Ecological Information







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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations



APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION

   Dissolve 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 environmental

   regulations.



Section 14 - Transport Information



DOT

   Proper Shipping Name: None

   Non-Hazardous for Transport: This substance is

   considered to be non-hazardous for transport.



IATA

   Non-Hazardous for Air Transport: Non-hazardous for air

   transport.



Section 15 - Regulatory Information



EU ADDITIONAL CLASSIFICATION

   S: 22-24/25

   Safety Statements: Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with skin

   and eyes.



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 - 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 in this document is based on the present state of our

   knowledge and is applicable to the product with 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 or

   from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice

   or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.

   Copyright 2006 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited

   paper copies for internal use only.









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