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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: m-Xylylenedicyanide, 99%
Catalog Numbers:
AC279440000, AC279440250
Synonyms:
m-Phenylenediacetonitrile; 1,3-Benzenediacetonitrile;
1,3-Bis(cyanomethyl)benzene; m-Benzenediacetonitrile
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 |
| 626-22-2 |
m-Xylylenedicyanide |
99 | 210-936-3 |
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Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: off-white solid.
Caution! Causes irritation of the mucous
membranes. Dust causes eye, skin, and upper respiratory system
irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. May be
harmful if swallowed.
Target Organs: None.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal tract irritation.
Causes digestive tract irritation.
Inhalation:
Harmful if inhaled. Causes irritation of the mucous membrane and
upper respiratory tract.
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.
Ingestion:
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert,
rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Induce vomiting
only when instructed to do so by a physician.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. Do not use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if victim
ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration with
the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other
proper respiratory medical device.
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:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
Flash Point: > 110 deg C (> 230.00 deg F)
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 2; Flammability: 1; Instability: 0
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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:
Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately,
observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up,
then place into a suitable container for disposal. Provide
ventilation.
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Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with
eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Do not
ingest or inhale. Discard contaminated shoes.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep containers tightly closed.
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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 adequate general or
local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the
permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
| m-Xylylenedicyanide
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none listed
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none listed
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5 mg/m3 TWA (listed under Cyanide anion).
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
m-Xylylenedicyanide:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing
is possible.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to
prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize
contact with skin.
Respirators:
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149
approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the
positive pressure mode with emergency escape
provisions.
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Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Solid
Appearance: off-white
Odor: None reported.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 170 deg C @ 25.00mmHg
Freezing/Melting Point:32.00 - 35.00 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: insoluble
Specific Gravity/Density:Not available.
Molecular Formula:C10H8N2
Molecular Weight:156.19
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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, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents, strong acids, strong
bases.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 626-22-2:
AM1780000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Intravenous, mouse: LD50 = 32
Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 626-22-2:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology:
No information found
Teratogenicity:
No information found
Reproductive Effects:
No information found
Mutagenicity:
No information found
Neurotoxicity:
No information found
Other Studies:
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Section 12 - Ecological Information
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Ecotoxicity:
No data available.
No information available.
Environmental:
No data available.
Physical:
No data available.
Other:
None.
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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: |
DOT regulated - small quantity provisions apply (see 49CFR173.4) |
TOXIC SOLID ORGANIC NOS (M-XYLXLENEDICYANIDE) |
| Hazard Class: |
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6.1 |
| UN Number: |
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UN2811 |
| Packing Group: |
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III |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 626-22-2 is not listed on the TSCA inventory.
It is for research and development use only.
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.
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.
CAS# 626-22-2 is listed as a Priority Pollutant under the Clean Water
Act.
CAS# 626-22-2 is listed as a Toxic Pollutant under the Clean Water
Act.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 626-22-2 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: California, (listed as Cyanides,
inorganic salts), New Jersey, (listed as Cyanide anion),
Pennsylvania, (listed as Cyanide anion), Massachusetts, (listed as
Cyanide anion).
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:
XN
Risk Phrases:
R 20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if
swallowed.
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 626-22-2: No information available.
Canada - DSL/NDSL
None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL or NDSL 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
CAS# 626-22-2 (listed as Cyanides, inorganic salts) is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
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Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 6/22/1999
Revision #3 Date: 10/03/2005
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
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the possibility of such damages.
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