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Linde Gas LLC (216) 642-6600
LindeGAS, LLC (216) 642-6600
AGA Gas INC. SAFETY
P.O. Box 94737 WOODS BLVD
P.O. Box 94737
6055 ROCKSIDE DATA SHEET
Cleveland, Ohio 44101
Cleveland,94737 44101
P.O. BOX Ohio
www.us.lindegas.com
www.us.lindegas.com
CLEVELAND, OH 44101-4737 No. 156
PRODUCT NAME CAS #
107-25-5
Vinyl Methyl Ether
DOT I.D. No.:
UN 1087
TRADE NAME AND SYNONYMS
Vinyl methyl ether, inhibited (D.O.T.)
DOT Hazard Class:
Division 2.1
CHEMICAL NAME AND SYNONYMS
Formula
CH2CHOCH3
Vinyl Methyl Ether, Methyl Vinyl Ether
ISSUE DATES AND REVISIONS Chemical Family:
Alkane-Alkene Ether
Revised January 1995
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
TIME WEIGHTED AVERAGE EXPOSURE LIMIT
None listed (ACGIH 1994-1995). OSHA 1993 PEL (8 Hr. TWA) = None listed. If
considered asimple asphyxiant, oxygen levels should be maintained at (Continued on Page 4)
SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Inhalation: Moderate concentrations so as to exclude an adequate supply of oxygen to the lungs causes dizziness,
drowsiness, and eventual unconsciousness.
Contact with evaporating liquid could cause frostbite or freezing of dermal tissue.
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Has been reported that breathing high concentrations causes an anesthetic effect; however, the major property is the
exclusion of an adequate supply of oxygen to the lungs.
Frostbite effects are a change in color of the skin to gray or white possibly followed by blistering.
Vinyl methyl ether is not listed in the IARC, NTP or by OSHA as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen.
RECOMMENDED FIRST AID TREATMENT
PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IS MANDATORY IN ALL CASES OF OVEREXPOSURE TO VINYL METHYL
ETHER. RESCUE PERSONNEL SHOULD BE EQUIPPED WITH SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS AND
BE COGNIZANT OF EXTREME FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD.
Inhalation: Conscious persons should be assisted to an uncontaminated area and inhale fresh air. Quick removal from
the contaminated area is most important. Unconscious persons should be moved to an uncontaminated area, given
assisted respiration and supplemental oxygen. Further treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.
Dermal Contact or Frostbite: Remove contaminated clothing and flush affected areas with lukewarm water. DO NOT
USE HOT WATER. (Continued on Page 4)
Information contained in this material safety data sheet is offered without charge for use by technically qualified personnel at their discretion and
risk. All statements, technical information and recommendations contained herein are based on tests and data which we believe to be reliable, but
the accuracy or completeness thereof is not guaranteed and no warranty of any kind is made with respect thereto. This information is not intended
as a license to operate under or a recommendation to practice or infringe any patent of this Company or others covering any process, composition
of matter or use.
Since the Company shall have no control of the use of the product described herein, the Company assumes no liability for loss or damage incurred
from the proper or improper use of such product.
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HAZARDOUS MIXTURES OF OTHER LIQUIDS, SOLIDS, OR GASES
Vinyl methyl ether is flammable in air
PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT LIQUID DENSITY AT BOILING POINT
42.8潞F (6潞C) 47.9 lb/ft3 (768.4 kg/m3)
VAPOR PRESSURE GAS DENSITY AT 70掳F. 1 atm
@ 68潞F (20潞C) = 20.3 psia (140 kPa) @ 59潞F (15潞C) = .106 lb/ft3 (1.69 kg/m3)
SOLUBILITY IN WATER FREEZING POINT
-187潞F (-122潞C)
Slightly
EVAPORATION RATE SPECIFIC GRAVITY (AIR=1)
N/A (Gas) @ 59潞F (15潞C) = 1.4
Volatile liquid and gas with ethereal odor
APPEARANCE AND ODOR
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE
FLASH POINT (Method used) FLAMMABLE LIMITS % BY VOLUME (See Page 4)
-69潞 F (CC) LEL 2.6 UEL 39
Unknown
ELECTRICAL CLASSIFICATION
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
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Carbon dioxide, dry chemical or water spray.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
If possible, stop flow of gas supply and allow fuel to consume itself. Use water spray to cool surrounding containers.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Vinyl methyl ether is heavier than air and may travel a considerable distance to a source of ignition. Should flame be
extinguished and flow of gas continue, increase ventilation to prevent flammable mixture formation in low areas or
pockets.
REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY CONDITIONS TO AVOID
X
Unstable See polymerization
Stable
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to avoid)
Oxydizing agents
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Possibly carbon monoxide on ignition
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION CONDITIONS TO AVOID
X
May Occur
Product is inhibited with triethanolamine to prevent polymerization.
Will Not Occur
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED
Evacuate all personnel from affected area. Use appropriate protective equipment. If leak is in user鈥檚 equipment, be
certain to purge piping with an inert gas prior to attempting repairs. If leak is in container or container valve, contact
your closest supplier location or call the emergency telephone number listed herein.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
Do not attempt to dispose of waste or unused quantities. Return in the shipping container properly labeled, with any
valve outlet plugs or caps secured and valve protection cap in place to your supplier. For emergency disposal
assistance, contact your closest supplier location or call the emergency telephone number listed herein.
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SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Positive pressure air line with mask or self-contained breathing apparatus shou ld be available for
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
(Specify type)
emergency use.
VENTILATION LOCAL EXHAUST SPECIAL
N/A
To prevent accumulation above the LEL
Hood with forced ventilation
MECHANICAL (Gen.) OTHER
N/A
In accordance with electrical codes
PROTECTIVE GLOVES
Plastic or rubber
EYE PROTECTION
Safety goggles or glasses
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Safety shoes, safety shower
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS*
SPECIAL LABELING INFORMATION
DOT Hazard Class: Division 2.1
DOT Shipping Name: Vinyl methyl ether, inhibited
I.D. No.: UN 1087
DOT Shipping Label: Flammable Gas
SPECIAL HANDLING RECOMMENDATIONS
Use only in well-ventilated areas. Valve protection caps must remain in place unless container is secured with valve
outlet piped to use point. Do not drag, slide or roll cylinders. Use a suitable hand truck for cylinder movement. Use a
pressure reducing regulator when connecting cylinder to lower pressure (<100 psig) piping or systems. Dc not heat
cylinder by any means to increase the discharge rate of product from the cylinder. Use a check valve or trap in the
discharge line to prevent hazardous back flow into the cylinder.
For additional handling recommendations, consult Compressed Gas Association鈥檚 Pamphlets P-1, P-14, and Safety
Bulletin SB-2.
SPECIAL STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
Protect cylinders from physical damage. Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area of noncombustible construction away
from heavily trafficked areas and emergency exits. Do not allow the temperature where cylinders are stored to exceed
125潞F (52潞C). Cylinders should be stored upright and firmly secured to prevent falling or being knocked over. Full and
empty cylinders should be segregated. Use a 鈥渇irst in - first out鈥? inventory system to prevent full cylinders being stored
for excessive periods of time. Post 鈥淣o Smoking or Open Flames鈥? signs in the storage or use area. There should be no
sources of ignition in the storage or use area.
For additional storage recommendations, consult Compressed Gas Association鈥檚 Pamphlets P-1, P-14, and Safety
Bulletin SB-2.
SPECIAL PACKAGING RECOMMENDATIONS
Vinyl methyl ether is noncorrosive and may be used with any common structural material.
OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS OR PRECAUTIONS
Earth-ground and bond all lines and equipment associated with the vinyl methyl ether system. Electrical equipment
should be non-sparking or explosion proof. Compressed gas cylinders should not be refilled except by qualified
producers of compressed gases. Shipment of a compressed gas cylinder which has not been filled by the owner or with
his (written) consent is a violation of Federal Law (49CFR).
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*Various Government Agencies (i.e. Department of Transportation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Food and Drug Administration
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and others) may have specific regulations concerning the transportation, handling, storage or use of this product which will not be reflected in this
data sheet. The customer should review these regulations to ensure that he is in full compliance.
Vinyl Methyl Ether
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
TIME WEIGHTED AVERAGE EXPOSURE LIMIT: (Continued)
greater than 18 Molar percent at normal atmospheric pressure (pO2>135 torr).
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES: (Continued)
Persons in ill health where such illness would be aggravated by exposure to vinyl methyl ether should not be allowed to
work with or handle this product.
RECOMMENDED FIRST AID TREATMENT: (Continued)
A physician should see the patient if the cyrogenic 鈥渂urn鈥? has resulted in blistering of the dermal surface or deep issue
freezing.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
OTHER RECOMMENDATIONS OR PRECAUTIONS: (Continued)
Always secure cylinders in an upright position before transporting them. NEVER transport cylinders in trunks of vehicles,
enclosed vans, truck cabs or in passenger compartments. Transport cylinders secured in open flatbed or in open pick-up
type vehicles.
Reporting under SARA, Title III, Section 313 not required.
NFPA 704 No. for vinyl methyl ether = 2 4 2 None
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