Material Safety Data Sheet
HMIS
NFPA Personal Protective Equipment
Health Hazard
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1 Fire Hazard
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3 1
COR
Reactivity
2 See Section 15.
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification Page Number: 1
Catalog
Maleic anhydride M1080
Common Name/
Number(s).
Trade Name
108-31-6
CAS#
Manufacturer ON3675000
RTECS
SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.
14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET TSCA 8(b) inventory: Maleic
TSCA
anhydride
GARDENA, CA 90248
Not available.
Commercial Name(s) Not applicable.
CI#
Toxilic anhydride
Synonym
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
2,5-Furandione
Chemical Name CHEMTREC (24hr) 800-424-9300
Aliphatic ketone. (Solvent.) CALL (310) 516-8000
Chemical Family
C4H2O3
Chemical Formula
SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.
Supplier
14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET
GARDENA, CA 90248
Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
3
STEL (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3)
Name CAS # TWA (mg/m ) % by Weight
1) Maleic anhydride 108-31-6 1 100
Maleic anhydride:
Toxicological Data
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 481 mg/kg [Rat.].
on Ingredients
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 2620 mg/kg [Rabbit.].
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Very hazardous in case of ingestion. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of eye contact
(irritant), of inhalation. Corrosive to eyes and skin. The amount of tissue damage depends on length of contact.
Eye contact can result in corneal damage or blindness. Skin contact can produce inflammation and blistering.
Inhalation of dust will produce irritation to gastro-intestinal or respiratory tract, characterized by burning, sneezing
and coughing. Severe over-exposure can produce lung damage, choking, unconsciousness or death.
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Very hazardous in case of ingestion.
Potential Chronic Health
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation.
Effects
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage. Repeated exposure of the
eyes to a low level of dust can produce eye irritation. Repeated skin exposure can produce local skin destruction,
or dermatitis. Repeated inhalation of dust can produce varying degree of respiratory irritation or lung damage.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,
keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact If the chemical got onto the clothed portion of the body, remove the contaminated clothes as quickly as possible,
protecting your own hands and body. Place the victim under a deluge shower. If the chemical got on the victim's
exposed skin, such as the hands : Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with running water and
non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. Cold water may be used.
If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
Serious Skin Contact Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate
medical attention.
Inhalation Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Inhalation Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. WARNING: It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation
when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek immediate medical attention.
Ingestion Do not induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a possible
indication that the toxic material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive. Loosen
tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Ingestion Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
May be combustible at high temperature.
Flammability of the Product
476.67掳C (890掳F)
Auto-Ignition Temperature
CLOSED CUP: 103.33掳C (218掳F).
Flash Points
LOWER: 1.4% UPPER: 7.1%
Flammable Limits
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Products of Combustion
Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of
Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
of Various Substances
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
Fire Fighting Media
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
and Instructions
Combustible when exposed to heat or flame. Material in powder form, capable of creating a dust explosion.
Special Remarks on
When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards
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Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.
Large Spill Corrosive solid.
Stop leak if without risk. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray to
reduce vapors. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all ignition
sources. 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.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Keep container dry. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire
Precautions
risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not
breathe dust. Never add water to this product Wear suitable protective clothing In case of insufficient ventilation,
wear suitable respiratory equipment If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the
label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, reducing
agents, acids, moisture.
Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all equipment containing material. Corrosive materials should
Storage
be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room.
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
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 Splash goggles. Synthetic apron. Vapor and dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor and dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus
a Large Spill should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a
specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits TWA: 0.25 (ppm) from ACGIH (TLV)
TWA: 1 (mg/m3) from ACGIH
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Solid. (Crystals solid.) Not available.
Odor
Not available.
Taste
98.06 g/mole
Molecular Weight
White.
Color
7 [Neutral.]
pH (1% soln/water)
202掳C (395.6掳F)
Boiling Point
52.8掳C (127掳F)
Melting Point
Not available.
Critical Temperature
1.48 (Water = 1)
Specific Gravity
Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure
3.4 (Air = 1)
Vapor Density
Not available.
Volatility
Not available.
Odor Threshold
Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
Not available.
Ionicity (in Water)
See solubility in water.
Dispersion Properties
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Soluble in cold water, hot water.
Solubility
Very slightly soluble in methanol.
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Not available.
Instability Temperature
Not available.
Conditions of Instability
Reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acids, moisture.
Incompatibility with various
Slightly reactive to reactive with metals, alkalis.
substances
Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Corrosivity
May decompose on exposure to moist air or water.
Special Remarks on
Reactivity
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Corrosivity
No.
Polymerization
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 481 mg/kg [Rat.].
Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 2620 mg/kg [Rabbit.].
Chronic Effects on Humans The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.
Other Toxic Effects on Very hazardous in case of ingestion.
Humans Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on Exposure will cause asthma, dermatitis and pulmonary oedema; effects may be delayed. Tumorigen.
Chronic Effects on Humans
Special Remarks on other Sternutator.
Toxic Effects on Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
Products of Biodegradation
arise.
The products of degradation are more toxic.
Toxicity of the Products
of Biodegradation
Not available.
Special Remarks on the
Products of Biodegradation
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Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification CLASS 8: Corrosive solid.
: Maleic anhydride : UN2215 PG: III
Identification
Not available.
Special Provisions for
Transport
DOT (Pictograms)
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
Pennsylvania RTK: Maleic anhydride
Federal and State
Massachusetts RTK: Maleic anhydride
Regulations
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Maleic anhydride
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: Maleic anhydride
CERCLA: Hazardous substances.: Maleic anhydride
California
Proposition 65
Warnings
Other Regulations OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
CLASS D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC).
Other Classifications WHMIS (Canada)
CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
CLASS E: Corrosive solid.
DSCL (EEC) R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin.
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.) 3 National Fire Protection Flammability
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Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
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Health Reactivity
Reactivity
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Specific hazard
Personal Protection
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WHMIS (Canada)
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DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
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TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment Gloves.
Synthetic apron.
Vapor and dust respirator. Be sure to
use an approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Splash goggles.
Section 16. Other Information
M3260
MSDS Code
-Hawley, G.G.. The Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11e ed., New York N.Y., Van Nostrand Reinold, 1987.
References
-Material safety data sheet emitted by: la Commission de la Sant茅 et de la S茅curit茅 du Travail du Qu茅bec.
-SAX, N.I. Dangerous Properties of Indutrial Materials. Toronto, Van Nostrand Reinold, 6e ed. 1984.
-The Sigma-Aldrich Library of Chemical Safety Data, Edition II.
-Guide de la loi et du r猫glement sur le transport des marchandises dangeureuses au canada. Centre de conformit茅
internatinal Lt茅e. 1986.
Other Special Not available.
Considerations
Validated by Sonia Owen on 8/11/2006. Verified by Sonia Owen.
Printed 9/12/2006.
CALL (310) 516-8000
Notice to Reader
All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is
combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper
methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum Quality Products,
Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.
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