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METHACRYLALDEHYDE
ICSC: 1259
Peer-Review Status: 15.03.1995 Validated
2-Methyl-2-propenal
Isobutenal
Methacrolein 
CAS #: 78-85-3 RTECS #: OZ2625000
UN #: 2396
EINECS #: 201-150-1
 		    Formula: C4H6O / CH2=C(CH3)CHO
Molecular mass: 70.1

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Highly flammable.  NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking.  Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. 
EXPLOSION Vapour/air mixtures are explosive.  Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. Use non-sparking handtools.  In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 
 
EXPOSURE   PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!   
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Pain.  Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
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. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.  Unbreakable packaging.
Put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. 
EC Classification
 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Subsidiary Risks: 6.1; UN Pack Group: II 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-30G32.
NFPA Code: H3; F3; R2.  		Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, acids, bases and food and feedstuffs. Cooled. Keep in the dark. Well closed. Keep under inert gas. Store only if stabilized. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible. 

Chemical dangers
The substance may polymerize due to warming or under the influence of light, acids and bases. This generates fire or explosion hazard. Reacts violently with alkalis, amines, strong acids and peroxides. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (NOT-ESTABLISHED):. 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 68°C
Melting point: -81°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.8
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 6
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 16
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.42
Flash point: -15°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 295°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.6-?  		 

NOTES
Health effects of exposure to the substance have not been investigated.
An added stabilizer or inhibitor can influence the toxicological properties of this substance, consult an expert.
Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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