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ADIPONITRILE
ICSC: 0211
Peer-Review Status: 13.03.1995 Validated
1,4-Dicyanobutane
Adipic acid dinitrile
Tetramethylene cyanide 
CAS #: 111-69-3 RTECS #: AV2625000
UN #: 2205
EINECS #: 203-896-3
 		    Formula: C6H8N2 / CN(CH2)4CN
Molecular mass: 108.2

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.  NO open flames.  Use water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide. 
EXPLOSION     In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 
 
EXPOSURE   STRICT HYGIENE!  IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! 
Inhalation Confusion. Convulsions. Dizziness. Headache. Laboured breathing. Nausea. Vomiting. See Notes.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. See Notes. 
Skin MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Pain.  Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes Redness. Blurred vision. Severe deep burns.  Wear face shield.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion Abdominal pain. Further see Inhalation.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.  Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention . See Notes. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.  Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. 
EC Classification
 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: III 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61S2205 or 61GT1-III.
NFPA Code: H4; F2; R1.  		Separated from strong oxidants, strong acids and food and feedstuffs. Ventilation along the floor. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
ODOURLESS OILY COLOURLESS LIQUID. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating and on burning. This produces highly toxic hydrogen cyanide (see ICSC 0492). Reacts violently with strong oxidants. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV: 2ppm as TWA; (skin); (ACGIH 2004). 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will not or will only very slowly be reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes and skin. Exposure could cause convulsions, unconsciousness and death. Medical observation is indicated. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the blood and adrenals. This may result in anaemia and tissue lesions. 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 295°C
Melting point: 1°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.97
Solubility in water: moderate
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 0.3
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.7
Flash point: 159°C c.c.
See Notes.
Auto-ignition temperature: 550°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.7-4.9
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -0.32   		 

NOTES
Upon poisoning by adiponitrile, specific first aid and treatment are essential.
Consult a doctor.
The flash point of adiponitrile, technical grade is 93°C (o.c.).
Do NOT take working clothes home.
See also ICSC0492 Hydrogen cyanide.
Card has been partly updated in October 2005.
See section Emergency Response. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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