Avocado Research Chemicals Ltd - Material Safety Data Sheet 24543
1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE AND SUPPLIER
Name On Label 1,6-Dicyanohexane
Product Number 24543
Supplier Johnson Matthey Catalog Company Inc.
30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, Massachusetts, 01835-8099
Emergency Telephone Number: (978) 521-6300; CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300
Alternative Names Suberonitrile
2. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON COMPONENTS
Name 1,6-Dicyanohexane
Minor Impurities Not determined
CAS No. 629-40-3 EINECS No. Not listed EEC No.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Designation TOXIC ~ IRRITANT
Risk Phrases R23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult give oxygen and seek medical attention.
Eye Contact Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists, seek medical
attention.
Skin Contact Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with soap and water. Rinse thoroughly. If
irritation persists or other symptoms are observed, seek medical advice.
Ingestion Rinse out mouth and drink lots of water. Seek medical attention and show physician the container
details.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Medium Use fire fighting measures which suit the environment and take into account other materials which
may be involved. In general, water-based extinguishers should not be used for fires involving
organic materials. Use carbon dioxide or dry powder.
Protective Equipment Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Hazardous Products of Combustion may include: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, oxides of nitrogen, nitric acid, hydrogen
cyanide.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Protection Avoid inhalation or contact of spilled material with skin or clothing. Wear protective equipment
including rubber gloves, and eye protection. Keep unprotected persons away.
Environmental Protection Take precautions to ensure product does not contaminate the ground or enter the drainage system.
Collection Mix with vermiculite or proprietary absorbent material and transfer to sealed containers for disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Chemicals should be used only by those trained in handling potentially hazardous materials. Rubber
gloves, eye protection and protective clothing should be worn. Operations should be carried out in
an efficient fume hood or equivalent system.
Storage Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool place.
Protect from moisture.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory Avoid inhalation of product. Handle in an efficient fume hood or equivalent system.
Eye Avoid eye contact. Wear safety spectacles, goggles or, for larger quantities, a full face mask.
Hands and Body Irritant product. Avoid skin contact. Wear rubber gloves, protective clothing and, for larger
quantities, full arm, body and face protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Physical Constants b.p. 174-176藲/10mm
Molecular formula C8H12N2 Formula Wt. 136.20
Water solubility Density 0.950
Flash Point >110藲
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Specific Hazard
Incompatibilities Strong bases. Strong acids. Strong oxidising agents. Strong reducing agents.
Decomposition Hazardous products of decomposition may include: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, oxides of
nitrogen, nitric acid, hydrogen cyanide.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS No. WM2131000
Acute Toxicity LD50: ORL-RAT: 307mg/kg
Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and
skin.
12. ECOLOGICAL EFFECTS
General Take care to prevent chemicals from entering the ground, water courses or drainage systems.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal Disposal should be via an approved contractor and should take full account of local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN Number
Land Transport ADR/RIC Code/Class Packing Group n/a
Maritime Transport IMDG Code/Class Packing Group n/a
Air Transport IATA Code/Class Packing Group n/a
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CAS No. 629-40-3 EINECS No. Not listed EEC No. UN No. None RTECS No. WM2131000
Hazard Indication TOXIC ~ IRRITANT
Risk & Safety Phrases Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
TSCA
16. OTHER INFORMATION
It must be recognised that the physical and chemical properties of any product may not be fully understood and that new,
possibly hazardous products may arise from reactions between chemicals. The information given in this data sheet is based
on our present knowledge and shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a
legally valid contractual relationship.
Date of Last Review: 1st June 2000 Date Printed: 13th November 2000
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