EMS CATALOG NO: 18560
EMS PRODUCT: METHYL CELLULOSE
DATE: AUGUST 20, 2007
PAGE NUMBER: One of 8
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
The information contained herein is based on data considered accurate. However, no
warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of these data or the results to be
obtained from the use thereof.
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damage to vendees, users or third parties caused by the material. Such vendees or users
assume all risks associated with the use of the material.
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
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PRODUCT NAME: Methyl Cellulose
COMMERCIAL NAME (S): Celacol, Cellogran, Viscol, Cellumeth
CHEMICAL FORMULA: Not Available
SYNONYM: Methyl Cellulose Ether
CAS NUMBER: 9004-67-5
% BY WEIGHT: 100
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TOXICOLOGICAL DATA ON INGREDIENTS
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Not Applicable
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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POTENTIAL ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS:
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact, of eye contact,.
of ingestion, and of inhalation.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified 4 (No evidence) by NTP, OSHA,
None by NIOSH
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TOXICITY OF THE PRODUCT TO THE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM:
available.
There is no known effect from chronic exposure to this
product. Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to
aggravate medical condition.
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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EYE CONTACT:
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for
At least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
SKIN CONTACT:
Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient.
Get medical attention if irritation develops.
SERIOUS SKIN CONTACT:
No additional information.
INHALATION:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Get medical attention.
SERIOUS INHALATION: No additional information.
INGESTION:
Remove dentures if any. Have conscious person drink several
glasses of water or milk. INDUCE VOMITING by sticking
finger in throat. Lower the head so that the vomit will not
reenter the mouth and throat. NEVER give an unconscious
person anything to ingest. Seek medical attention.
SERIOUS INGESTION: No additional information.
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FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
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FLAMMABILITY OF THE PRODUCT: May be combustible at high temperature.
AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not available.
FLASH POINTS: Not available.
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: Not available.
PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION: Not applicable.
FIRE HAZARDS IN PRESENCE OF VARIOUS SUBSTANCES: Slightly
flammable to flammable in presence of heat. Non-flammable in presence of
Shocks.
EXPLOSION HAZARDS IN PRESENCE OF VARIOUS SUBSTANCES: Slightly
Explosive in presence of open flames and sparks. Non-explosive in presence of shocks.
FIRE FIGHTING MEDIA AND INSTRUCTIONS:
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemicals, CO2, water spray or foam.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. DO NOT use water
jet.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON FIRE HAZARDS: When heated to decomposition
It emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. As with most organic solids, fire is possible
At elevated temperatures.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Fine dust dispersed in
Air in sufficient concentrations, and in the presences of an ignition source is a
Potential dust explosion hazard.
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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SMALL SPILL:
Avoid dust formation. Spilled material may cause a slipping hazard.
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a
convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of
according to local and regional authority requirements.
LARGE SPILL:
Avoid dust formation. Use a shovel to put the
material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish
cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and
allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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PRECAUTIONS:
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition.
Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue
under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing
material. DO NOT breathe dust.
STORAGE:
Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all
equipment containing material. Keep container tightly
closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place. Do NOT store
Above 32 deg. C (90 deg. F). Combustible
materials should be stored away from extreme heat and away
from strong oxidizing agents.
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate
dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
PERSONAL PROTECTION: Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust Respirator.
Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
PERSONAL PROTECTION IN CASE OF A LARGE SPILL:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves.
Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient;
consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
EXPOSURE LIMITS: TWA: 5 (mg/m鲁) from OSHA (PEL) Respirable.
TWA: 15 (mg/m鲁) from OSHA (PEL) Total.
TWA: 10 (mg/m鲁) from ACGIH (TLV)
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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PHYSICAL STATE AND APPEARANCE: Solid. (Granular solid. Powdered Solid.)
ODOR: Odorless
TASTE: Tasteless
COLOR: Grayish white, White, Off-White
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: Not available.
pH (1% SOLN/WATER): 7 (Neutral)
BOILING POINT: Not available.
MELTING POINT: 290C掳(554掳F) 鈥?305掳
CRITICAL TEMPERATURE: Not available.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: Not available.
VAPOR PRESSURE: Not available.
VAPOR DENSITY: Not available.
VOLATILITY: Not available.
ODOR THRESHOLD: Not available.
WATER/OIL DIST. COEFF: Not available.
IONICITY (IN WATER): Not available.
DISPERSION PROPERTIES: Not available.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in cold water. Insoluble in hot water, diethyl ether.
Insoluble in alcohol, chloroform, and in water warmer than
50.5 deg. C, most organic solvents, and saturated salt solution.
Soluble in glacial acetic acid.
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY DATA
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STABILITY: The product is stable.
INSTABILITY TEMPERATURE: Not available.
CONDITIONS OF INSTABILITY: Excess heat, ignition sources, dust
Generation, incompatible materials.
INCOMPATIBILITY WITH VARIOUS SUBSTANCES: Reactive with
oxidizing agents, acids, alkalis.
CORROSIVITY: Not available
SPECIAL REMARKS ON REACTIVITY: Not available
SPECIAL REMARKS ON CORROSIVITY: Not available
POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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ROUTES OF ENTRY: Ingestion. Inhalation.
TOXICITY TO ANIMALS: LD50: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): >10000mg.kg {Rat}.
CHRONIC EFFECTS ON HUMANS: Classified 4 (no evidence). By NTP, None
By OSHA, None. By NIOSH.
OTHER TOXIC EFFECTS ON HUMANS: Slightly hazardous in case of
skin contact, of ingestion, of inhalation.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON TOXICITY TO ANIMALS: No additional remark.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON CHRONIC EFFECTS ON HUMANS: No additional
remark.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON OTHER TOXIC EFFECTS ON HUMANS: No addi-
tional remark.
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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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ECOTOXICITY: Not available.
BOD5 AND COD: Not available.
PRODUCTS OF BIODEGRADATION: Possibly hazardous short term degradation
Products are likely. However, long term degradation products may arise.
TOXICITY OF THE PRODUCTS OF BIODEGRADATION: Not Available
SPECIAL REMARKS ON THE PRODUCTS OF BIODEGRADATION:
Not available
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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WASTE DISPOSAL: Recycle to process, if possible. Consult your
local or regional authorities.
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TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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DOT CLASSIFICATION: Not a DOT controlled material (United
States).
IDENTIFICATION: Not applicable.
SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR TRANSPORT: Not applicable.
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OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION
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FEDERAL AND STATE REGULATIONS:
The following product(s) is (are) listed on TSCA: Methylcellulose,
400 cps.
OTHER REGULATIONS: Not available.
OTHER CLASSIFICATIONS:
WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
DSCL (EEC): Not controlled under DSCL (Europe).
HMIS (U.S.A.)
HEALTH HAZARD 1
FIRE HAZARD 1
REACTIVITY 0
PERSONAL PROTECTION E
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (U.S.A.)
HEALTH 1
FLAMMABILITY 1
REACTIVITY 0
SPECIFIC HAZARD
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Lab coat. Safety glasses. Gloves.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
Approved /certified respirator or
Equivalent.
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