METHACRYLONITRILE | ICSC: 0652 (October 2005) |
Methylacrylonitrile 2-Methyl-2-propenenitrile 2-Cyanopropene Isopropenylnitrile |
CAS #: 126-98-7 |
UN #: 3079 (stabilised) |
EC Number: 204-817-5 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Highly flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. | Use alcohol-resistant foam. Use dry powder. Use carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
STRICT HYGIENE! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Headache. Confusion. Weakness. Shortness of breath. Convulsions. Unconsciousness. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | MAY BE ABSORBED! Further see Inhalation. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention . |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear face shield 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 | See Inhalation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Wear protective gloves when inducing vomiting. NO mouth-to-mouth artificial respiration. Administration of oxygen may be needed. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Remove all ignition sources. Evacuate danger area! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Store only if stabilized. Fireproof. Cool. Keep in the dark. Separated from food and feedstuffs. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
METHACRYLONITRILE | ICSC: 0652 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C4H5N |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 1 ppm as TWA; (skin); A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen) |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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The commercial product contains 50 ppm hydroquinone monoethyl ether as a stabilizer. The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Use same antidotes as in the case of cyanide poisoning. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: F, T; R: 11-23/24/25-43; S: (1/2)-9-16-18-29-45; Note: D |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations