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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: Methanesulfonyl Chloride, 99.5% (gc)
Catalog Numbers:
AC125640000, AC125640010, AC125640050, AC125641000, AC125642500
Synonyms:
Mesyl chloride; MsCl
Company Identification:
Acros Organics N.V.
One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01
For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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| CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
| 124-63-0 |
Methanesulfonyl chloride |
99% | 204-706-1 |
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Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: colorless liquid.
Danger! Corrosive. Causes eye and skin burns.
Causes digestive and respiratory tract burns. Lachrymator (substance
which increases the flow of tears). Moisture sensitive.
Target Organs: None.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye burns. Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow
of tears).
Skin:
Causes skin burns.
Ingestion:
Causes gastrointestinal tract burns.
Inhalation:
May cause irritation of the respiratory tract with burning pain in
the nose and throat, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and
pulmonary edema. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.
Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, edema of
the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema.
Chronic:
No information found.
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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid imme
diately.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing
and shoes. Destroy contaminated shoes.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media:
Do NOT use water directly on fire. Use carbon dioxide or dry
chemical.
Flash Point: 110 deg C ( 230.00 deg F)
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: ; Flammability: ; Instability:
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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
then place in suitable container. Clean up spills immediately,
observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Provide
ventilation.
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Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use only in a chemical fume
hood.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Corrosives area.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use only under a
chemical fume hood.
Exposure Limits
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
| Methanesulfonyl chloride
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none listed
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none listed
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none listed
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
Methanesulfonyl chloride:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
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Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: colorless
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 12.0 mm Hg @ 53C
Vapor Density: 4 (air = 1)
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 161 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point:-33 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Moisture sensitive
Specific Gravity/Density:1.4800
Molecular Formula:CH3ClO2S
Molecular Weight:114.55
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, moisture.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Water - strong bases - oxidizing agents - alcohols.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, oxides of sulfur, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 124-63-0:
PB2790000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 124-63-0:
Dermal, guinea pig:
LD50 = 100 uL/kg;
Draize test,
rabbit, eye: 100 mg Severe;
Draize
test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg Severe;
Oral, mouse: LD50 = 200 mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 50 mg/kg;
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Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 124-63-0:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology:
No data available.
Teratogenicity:
No data available.
Reproductive Effects:
No data available.
Mutagenicity:
No data available.
Neurotoxicity:
No data available.
Other Studies:
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Section 12 - Ecological Information
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Ecotoxicity:
No data available.
Water-Danger/Protection : WGK1Harmful to fish : LC50, 96hr (Leponis
macrochirus) = 11 mg/l
Environmental:
Not bioaccumulable : log Pow = 4.98
Physical:
No information available.
Other:
No information available.
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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
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Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
| Shipping Name: |
METHANESULFONYL CHLORIDE |
TOXIC LIQUID CORROSIVE ORGANIC NO (METHANESULFONYL CHLORIDE) |
| Hazard Class: |
6.1 |
6.1(8) |
| UN Number: |
UN3246 |
UN2927 |
| Packing Group: |
I |
II |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 124-63-0 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
CAS # 124-63-0: immediate, reactive.
Section 313
No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product
are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 124-63-0 is not present on
state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
California Prop 65
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
C
Risk Phrases:
R 35 Causes severe burns.
Safety Phrases:
S 23 Do not inhale gas/fumes/vapour/spray.
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face pr
otection.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 124-63-0: 2
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 124-63-0 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
not available.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
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Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 1/29/1998
Revision #3 Date: 10/03/2005
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
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