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Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1. Product and Company Identification
AX0025
Product Name Product Code
Acetaldehyde, For Synthesis
EMD Chemicals Inc.
Manufacturer Effective Date 3/3/2003
P.O. Box 70
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Gibbstown, NJ 08027
Prior to January 1, 2003 EMD Chemicals Inc. was EM Industries,
Inc. or EM Science, Division of EM Industries, Inc.
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ETHANAL
Synonym
Analytical reagent.
Material Uses
Aldehyde.
Chemical Family
Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Component CAS # % by Weight
ACETALDEHYDE 75-07-0 100
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Liquid.
Physical State and
Appearance
DANGER!
Emergency Overview
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR.
VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE.
POSSIBLE CANCER HAZARD.
MAY CAUSE CANCER BASED ON ANIMAL DATA.
CAUSES EYE BURNS.
BIRTH DEFECT HAZARD
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH CAN CAUSE BIRTH DEFECT.
HARMFUL IF INHALED OR SWALLOWED.
CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT AND SKIN IRRITATION.
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: KIDNEYS,
LUNGS, REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM, RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN, CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM,
EYE, LENS OR CORNEA.
WARNING: This product contains a chemical(s) known to the State of California to cause cancer.
Inhalation. Ingestion.
Routes of Entry
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes Hazardous in case of eye contact (corrosive). Causes eye burns.
Skin Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or,
occasionally, blistering. Non-permeator by skin.
Inhalation Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant).
Ingestion Hazardous in case of ingestion.
Potential Chronic Health Effects
Carcinogenic Effects Classified A3 (Proven for animal.) by ACGIH, 2B (Possible for human.) by IARC, 3 (Possible for human.) by
European Union.
Additional information See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Repeated or prolonged contact with spray mist may produce chronic eye irritation and severe skin irritation.
Medical Conditions
Repeated or prolonged exposure to spray mist may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent attacks
Aggravated by
of bronchial infection. Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health
Overexposure:
by an accumulation in one or many human organs.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
Eye Contact
least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately.
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
Skin Contact
contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Cold water may be used.Wash
clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Inhalation
Get medical attention immediately.
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by
Ingestion
mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical
attention immediately.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
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Product will burn.
Flammability of the Product
175.05掳C (347.1掳F)
Auto-ignition Temperature
Closed cup: -38.1掳C (-36.6掳F).
Flash Points
LOWER: 4% UPPER: 60%
Flammable Limits
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Products of Combustion
Extremely flammable in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge, of heat.
Fire Hazards in Presence of
Highly flammable in presence of oxidizing materials.
Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge:
Extremely flammable in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge.
Presence of Various
Extremely explosive in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge.
Substances
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: No.
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
Fire Fighting Media
LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam, water spray or fog. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to prevent
and Instructions
pressure build-up, autoignition or explosion.
Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Protective Clothing (Fire)
Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back.
Special Remarks on Fire
Hazards
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Explosion Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal
Small Spill and Leak
container.
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth,
Large Spill and Leak
sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Use
water spray curtain to divert vapor drift. Use water spray to reduce vapors. Prevent entry into sewers, basements
or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal. Be careful that the product is not present at a
concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
The following EMD Chemicals Inc. SpillSolv 庐 absorbent is recommended for this product: SX1330 Solvent
Spill Kit Information
Treatment Kit
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Keep container closed. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do
Handling
not ingest. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mists.
Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Storage
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below
Engineering Controls
their respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the work-
station location.
Personal Protection
Eyes Face shield.
Body Full suit.
Respiratory Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when
ventilation is inadequate.
Hands Gloves.
Feet Boots.
Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)
Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self-contained breathing apparatus should be used to
Personal Protection in Case
avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
of a Large Spill
BEFORE handling this product.
Product Name Exposure Limits
ACETALDEHYDE AUVA (Austria, 1995).
Spitzenbegrenzung: 180 mg/m3 8 times per shift, Period: 5 minute(s).
Spitzenbegrenzung: 100 ppm 8 times per shift, Period: 5 minute(s).
MAK: 90 mg/m3
MAK: 50 ppm
Belgium Minister of Labour (Belgium, 1998).
CEIL: 46 mg/m3
CEIL: 25 ppm
VL: 46 mg/m3
VL: 25 ppm
BAUA (Germany, 1997).
Spitzenbegrenzung: 90 mg/m3
Spitzenbegrenzung: 50 ppm
MAK: 90 mg/m3
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MAK: 50 ppm
DK-Arbejdstylsinet (Denmark, 1996).
Loftvaerdi: 45 mg/m3
Loftvaerdi: 25 ppm
GV: 45 mg/m3
GV: 25 ppm
Tyterveyslaitos (Finland, 1998).
STEL: 46 mg/m3
STEL: 25 ppm
INRS (France, 1996).
VME: 180 mg/m3
VME: 100 ppm
National Authority for Occupational Safety/Health (Ireland, 1999).
STEL: 90 mg/m3
STEL: 50 ppm
OEL: 45 mg/m3
OEL: 25 ppm
Arbeidsinspectie (Netherlands, 1999).
TGG 8 uur: 180 mg/m3
TGG 8 uur: 100 ppm
N-Arbeidstylsinet (Norway, 1996).
AN: 45 mg/m3
AN: 25 ppm
AFS (Sweden, 1996).
KTV: 90 mg/m3
KTV: 50 ppm
NGV: 45 mg/m3
NGV: 25 ppm
EH40-OES (United Kingdom (UK), 1997).
STEL: 92 mg/m3
STEL: 50 ppm
TWA: 37 mg/m3
TWA: 20 ppm
ACGIH (United States, 1994).
CEIL: 45 mg/m3
CEIL: 25 ppm
OSHA Final Rule (United States, 1989).
STEL: 270 mg/m3
STEL: 150 ppm
TWA: 180 mg/m3
TWA: 100 ppm
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Fruity.
Odor
Colorless.
Color
Liquid.
Physical State and
Appearance
44.06 g/mole
Molecular Weight
C2-H4-O
Molecular Formula
Not available.
pH
20.61掳C (69.1掳F)
Boiling/Condensation Point
-124.94掳C (-192.9掳F)
Melting/Freezing Point
187.9掳C (370.2掳F)
Critical Temperature
0.78 (Water = 1)
Specific Gravity
Not available.
Vapor Pressure
1.5 (Air = 1)
Vapor Density
0.21 ppm
Odor Threshold
Not available.
Evaporation Rate
Not available.
LogKow
Soluble in water.
Solubility
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
The product is stable.
Stability and Reactivity
Not available.
Conditions of Instability
Highly reactive with oxidizing agents.
Incompatibility with Various
Reactive with acids, alkalis.
Substances
Not available.
Rem/Incompatibility
carbon oxides (CO, CO2)
Hazardous Decomposition
Products
Yes.
Hazardous Polymerization
Fire may cause rapid, uncontrolled polymerization resulting in explosion.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
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RTECS Number:
Acetaldehyde, For Synthesis AB1925000
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 661 mg/kg [Rat].
Toxicity
Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 3540 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Acute toxicity of the vapor (LC50): 17000 ppm 4 hour(s) [Hamster].
Chronic Effects on Humans CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified A3 (Proven for animal.) by ACGIH, 2B (Possible for human.) by
IARC, 3 (Possible for human.) by European Union.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Classified Reproductive system/toxin/female, Reproductive
system/toxin/male [PROVEN].
Hazardous in case of eye contact (corrosive). Causes eye burns. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Skin
Acute Effects on Humans
inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering. Non-permeator by skin.
Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). Hazardous in case of ingestion.
Not available.
Synergetic Products
(Toxicologically)
Draize Test (Rabbit):
Irritancy
Skin: 500mg/time not available. Reaction: Mild.
Not available.
Sensitization
Classified A3 (Proven for animal.) by ACGIH, 2B (Possible for human.) by IARC, 3 (Possible for human.) by
Carcinogenic Effects
European Union.
Classified Reproductive system/toxin/female, Reproductive system/toxin/male [PROVEN].
Toxicity to Reproductive
System
Not available.
Teratogenic Effects
Tests on laboratory animals for mutagenic effects are cited in Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances
Mutagenic Effects
(RTECS).
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Toxicity of the Products of
Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
D001 U001
EPA Waste Number
Incineration, fuels blending or recycle. Contact your local permitted waste disposal site (TSD) for permissible
Treatment
treatment sites. Always contact a permitted waste disposal (TSD) to assure compliance with all current local,
state, and Federal Regulations.
Section 14. Transport Information
Proper Shipping Name: ACETALDEHYDE
DOT Classification
Hazard Class: 3
UN number: UN1089
Packing Group: I
RQ: 1000 lbs. (453.6 kg)
Not available.
TDG Classification
Not available.
IMO/IMDG Classification
Not available.
ICAO/IATA Classification
Section 15. Regulatory Information
TSCA 8(a) PAIR: ACETALDEHYDE
U.S. Federal Regulations
TSCA 8(b) inventory: ACETALDEHYDE
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: ACETALDEHYDE
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: ACETALDEHYDE: Fire Hazard,
reactive, Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard, Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: ACETALDEHYDE
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: ACETALDEHYDE
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: ACETALDEHYDE
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: ACETALDEHYDE
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
CLASS B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8掳C (100掳F).
WHMIS (Canada)
Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
CLASS E: Corrosive liquid.
CEPA DSL: ACETALDEHYDE
This product has been classiifed in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Product Regulations and
the MSDS contains all required information.
International Regulations
ACETALDEHYDE 200-836-8
EINECS
R12- Extremely flammable.
DSCL (EEC)
R36/37- Irritating to eyes and respiratory system.
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R40- Possible risks of irreversible effects.
Australia (NICNAS): ACETALDEHYDE
International Lists
Japan (MITI): ACETALDEHYDE
Korea (TCCL): ACETALDEHYDE
Philippines (RA6969): ACETALDEHYDE
China: No products were found.
Pennsylvania RTK: ACETALDEHYDE: (environmental hazard, generic environmental hazard)
State Regulations
Massachusetts RTK: ACETALDEHYDE
New Jersey: ACETALDEHYDE
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute:
ACETALDEHYDE
California prop. 65 (no significant risk level): ACETALDEHYDE: 90 mg/day (inhalation)
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: ACETALDEHYDE
Section 16. Other Information
Fire Hazard
National Fire 4
Protection 32
Health Reactivity
Association Specific Hazard
(U.S.A.)
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Notice to Reader
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information purposes only and as a guide to the appropriate precautionary and emergency handling of the material by a properly
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