ETHYLENE CYANOHYDRIN | ICSC: 1026 (October 2001) |
3-Hydroxypropionitrile 2-Cyanoethanol Glycol cyanohydrin Methanolacetonitrile |
CAS #: 109-78-4 |
EC Number: 203-704-8 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO open flames. | Use powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Use ventilation. | Fresh air, rest. | |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. | Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles. | 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. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. 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. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from acids, bases and oxidants. Cool. Dry. Keep in a well-ventilated room. | |
PACKAGING | |
ETHYLENE CYANOHYDRIN | ICSC: 1026 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Formula: C3H5NO / HOCH2CH2CN |
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NOTES |
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This substance is less hazardous than some other nitriles which easily form hydrogen cyanide in the body. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations