SIGMA-ALDRICH
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date Printed: 12/APR/2005
Date Updated: 13/MAR/2004
Version 1.1
According to 91/155/EEC
1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name METHYLCELLULOSE, PH EUR
Product Number 64632
Company Sigma-Aldrich Pty, Ltd
Unit 2, 14 Anella Avenue
Castle Hill NSW 1765
Australia
Technical Phone # +61 2 9841 0555
Fax +61 2 9841 0500
Emergency Phone # +61 2 9841 0566
2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
METHYLCELLULOSE 9004-67-5 None None
Synonyms Adulsin * Bagolax * Bufapto methalose *
Bulkaloid * Celacol M * Celacol M20 * Celacol
M450 * Celacol MM * Celacol MM 10P * Celacol M
20P * Cellapret * Cellogran * Cellothyl *
Cellulose methyl * Cellulose methylate *
Cellumeth * Cethylose * Cethytin * Culminal K 42
* Edisol M * Hydrolose * Mapolose M25 * Mapolose
60SH50 * MCO 8000 * MC 4000 cP * MC 20000S *
Mellose * Methocel 10 * Methocel 15 * Methocel
181 * Methocel 400 * Methocel 4000 * Methocel A
* Methocel CHG * Methocel 400CPS * Methocel
4000CPS * Methocel MC * Methocel MC 25 *
Methocel MC4000 * Methocel MC 8000 * Methocel SM
100 * Methulose * Methylcellulose *
Methylcellulose (1/2%) * Methyl cellulose-A *
Methyl cellulose ether * Metolose MC 8000 *
Metolose 60SH * Metolose 60SH400 * Metolose SM
15 * Metolose SM 100 * Metolose SM 4000 *
MMTs-BTR * MTs * Napolone * Nicel * Rhomellose *
Syncelose * Tylose 444 * Tylose A4S * Tylose MF
* Tylose MH20 * Tylose MH50 * Tylose MH300 *
Tylose MH1000 * Tylose MH2000 * Tylose MH4000 *
Tylose MH300P * Tylose SAP * Tylose SL * Tylose
SL 100 * Tylose SL 400 * Tylose SL 600 * Tylose
TWA * USP methylcellulose * Viscol * Viscontran
3 - Hazards Identification
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Not hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EC.
4 - First Aid Measures
AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult,
call a physician.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
AFTER EYE CONTACT
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by
separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
AFTER INGESTION
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
5 - Fire Fighting Measures
EXPLOSION DATA
Dust Potential: This material, like most materials in powder
form, is capable of creating a dust explosion.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or
appropriate foam.
SPECIAL RISKS
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Exercise appropriate precautions to minimize direct contact with
skin or eyes and prevent inhalation of dust.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid
raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
Directions for Safe Handling: Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact
with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated
exposure.
STORAGE
Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed.
8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
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Wash thoroughly after handling.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: Wear dust mask.
Hand Protection: Protective gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Solid
Color: Faintly beige
Form: Powder
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
pH N/A
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range N/A
Flash Point N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Oxidizing Properties N/A
Explosive Properties N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
SG/Density N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Viscosity 10 - 25 Pas 2% in H2O, 20掳C
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Conductivity N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS NUMBER: FJ5959000
ACUTE TOXICITY
LD50
Intraperitoneal
Mouse
275 GM/KG
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SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Ingestion of large quantities will produce a laxative effect and
may be irritating to the digestive tract. There is also a risk
of esophageal, gastric, small intestinal, and rectal obstruction
due to osmotic disturbance.
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: May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be
irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
13 - Disposal Considerations
SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. 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.
14 - Transport Information
RID/ADR
Non-hazardous for road transport.
IMDG
Non-hazardous for sea transport.
IATA
Non-hazardous for air transport.
15 - Regulatory Information
Not hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EC.
COUNTRY SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Germany
WGK: 1
SWITZERLAND
SWISS POISON CLASS: FREI
16 - Other Information
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
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or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2005 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
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