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Material Safety Data Sheet : Acrylonitrile
Section 1 : Identificaton
Name : Acrylonitrile Classification : Nitriles, Aliphatic
2-propenenitrile, propenenitrile, vinyl
Synonyms : Formula : CH2 = CH-CN
cyanide, cyanoethylene
CAS No. : 107-13-1 UN No. : 1093
Section 2 : Regulated Information
Shipping Name : Acrylonitrile, stabilized HazChem Code : 3
Hazardous Waste
Codes / Label : U009
ID :
Section 3 : Physical Chemical Data
Boiling Point : 77 degC Physical State: Liquid
Vapour Pressure : 83 mm Hg Melting/FreezingPoint : -83 degC
Odour : Pungent odor Vapour Density : 1.83
alcohol, ether, acetone, benzene, toluene,
Solubility in Water : 7.35% Solubility in Others :
carbon tetrachloride, organic solvents
Specific Gravity : 0.806 Appearance : Clear, colourless
pH : NA Heat of Combustion: 42228990
Heat of Vapourisation : 369205 Density : 7.7
Boiling
Liquid Heat Capacity : 2483 418
Temperature :
Section 4 : Fire / Explosion Hazard Data
TDG Flammability : UEL : 17
LEL : 3 UEL Flash Point :
Explosion sensitivity
LEL Flash Point : -1.1degC
to impact :
Hazardous
Autoignition Thermal decomposition products: cyanide
480 degC Combustion
Temperature : compounds
Products :
Explosion sensitivity to Flammable
Flammable
Static Electricity : Material :
Combustible Liquid : Yes Explosive Material : Explosive
Hazardous Pyrophoric
Yes NA
Ploymerization : Material :
Oxidiser : NA Corrosive Material : NA
Organic Peroxide : NA Others :
Section 5 : Reactivity Data
Chemical Stability : Unstable Reactivity : May polymerize violently or explosively. May
explode if heated in closed container.
Incompatibility with other acids, metals, amines, bases, halogens, Hazardous Reaction
materials : peroxides, combustible materials, oxidizing Products :
materials
Section 6 : Health Hazard Data
Toxicity : Highly Toxic Routes of Entry : Highly Toxic: dermal absorption Toxic:
inhalation, ingestion
Effects of Exposure / (INHALATION): SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: irritation, itching, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, irregular
Symptoms : heartbeat, headache, drowsiness, dizziness, bluish skin color, suffocation, convulsions, coma LONG TERM EXPOSURE:
digestive disorders, reproductive effects, cancer (SKIN CONTACT): SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: irritation (possibly severe),
allergic reactions, blisters, suffocation LONG TERM EXPOSURE: same as effects reported in short term exposure (EYE
CONTACT): SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: burns, tearing, eye damage LONG TERM EXPOSURE: same as effects reported in
short term exposure(INGESTION): SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: suffocation LONG TERM EXPOSURE: reproductive effects,
cancer
Emergency Treatments : INHALATION: When safe to enter area, remove from exposure. Use a bag valve mask or similar device to perform
artificial respiration (rescue breathing) if needed. Get medical attention immediately. SKIN CONTACT: Wash skin with
soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention, if
needed. Thoroughly clean and dry contaminated clothing and shoes before reuse. EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes
with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Then get immediate medical attention. INGESTION: Contact local poison
control center or physician immediately. Never make an unconscious person vomit or drink fluids. When vomiting occurs,
keep head lower than hips to help prevent aspiration. If person is unconscious, turn head to side. Get medical attention
immediately. ANTIDOTE: amyl nitrite, inhalation; sodium nitrite, intravenous; sodium thiosulfate, infusion; oxygen.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Consider amyl nitrite inhalation, 1 ampoule (0.2 mL) every 5 minutes, and oxygen. For ingestion,
consider gastric lavage. Consider oxygen.
LC50: IDLH :
NA (mg/m3) 184.5 (mg/m3)
NA (ppm) 85 (ppm)
Permissible Exposure Odour Threshold :
3
(mg/m3)
(ppm) (mg/m ) (ppm)
Limit :
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TLV (ACGIH) : NFPA Hazard Signals :
(mg/m3) Health : 4
2 (ppm)
Flammability : 3
Reactivity : 2
Special :
Section 7 : Preventive Measures
Personal Protective Safety glasses and gloves. Effective ventilation is essential. Before starting work, consider whether a less hazardous
Equipment : chemical can be used.
Handling & Storage Keep container in a well-ventilated place. Keep away from sources of ignition. In case of accident or if you unwell, seek
Precautions : medical advice immediately, avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. Avoid release to the environment.
Section 8 : Emergency / First Aid Measures
Fire Extinguishing Media : regular dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water, regular foam, alcohol resistant foam
Special Procedure : Do not get water inside container. Cool containers with water spray until well after the fire is out. Stay away from the
ends of tanks. For fires in cargo or storage area: Cool containers with water from unmanned hose holder or monitor
nozzles until well after fire is out. If this is impossible then take the following precautions: Keep unnecessary people
away, isolate hazard area and deny entry. Let the fire burn. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting
safety device or any discoloration of tanks due to fire. For tank, rail car or tank truck, evacuation radius: 800 meters
(1/2 mile). Water may be ineffective.
Unusual Hazards :
Exposure :
First Aid Measures : VENTILATION: Provide local exhaust or process enclosure ventilation system. Ensure compliance with applicable
exposure limits. EYE PROTECTION: Wear splash resistant safety goggles with a faceshield. Provide an emergency eye
wash fountain and quick drench shower in the immediate work area. CLOTHING: Wear appropriate chemical resistant
clothing. GLOVES: Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves. RESPIRATOR: The following respirators and maximum
use concentrations are drawn from NIOSH and/or OSHA. 20 ppm Any chemical cartridge respirator with a full facepiece
and organic vapor cartridge(s). Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece. 100 ppm Any chemical cartridge
respirator with a full facepiece and organic vapor cartridge(s). Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece. Any self-
contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece. 4000 ppm Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece that is
operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode. For Unknown Concentrations or Immediately
Dangerous to Life or Health - Any supplied-air respirator with full facepiece and operated in a pressure-demand or other
positive-pressure mode in combination with a separate escape supply. Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a
full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode. Escape - Any chemical cartridge
respirator with a full facepiece and organic vapor cartridge(s). Any self-contained breathing apparatus.
Antidotes / Dosages :
Spills :
Steps to be taken : Avoid heat, flames, sparks and other sources of ignition. Do not touch spilled material. Stop leak if possible without
personal risk. Reduce vapors with water spray. Small spills: Flood with water. Large spills: Dike for later disposal.
Remove sources of ignition. Keep unnecessary people away, isolate hazard area and deny entry.
Waste Disposal Method :
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