Material Safety Data Sheet
META-PHENYLENE DIAMINE
SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
DATE PREPARED: ..................... JULY 1998
ACETO CORPORATION REVISION DATE: ...................... OCTOBER 2004
One Hollow Lane
REVISED BY: FRED TRUDWIG JR.
Lake Success, NY 11042-1215
CHEMTREC: ............................... 800-424-9300
Phone: (516) 627-6000 Fax: (516) 627-6093
PRODUCT NUMBER: ................ 36091 (DOT)
PRODUCT NAME:...................... META-PHENYLENEDIAMINE
SYNONYMS:................................ 1,3-BENZENEDIAMINE (9CI); 1,3-PHENYLENE DIAMINE
FORMULA: .................................. C6H8N2
CAS NUMBER: ............................ 108-45-2
SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENT NAME ACGIH-TLV (units) CAS NUMBER
TWA is 0.1 mg/m3
Meta-Phenylene Diamine 108-45-2
SECTION 3 - HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
............. White to gray powder.
............. Toxic.
............. Irritant.
............. Possible sensitizer by skin contact.
............. Readily absorbed through skin ?may cause discoloration of skin.
............. Possible carcinogen // Possible mutagen // Possible teratogen.
............. Possible risk of irreversible effects.
............. Light sensitive ?may decompose on exposure to light and turn red in color.
............. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Dangerous for the environment. Avoid release to the environment.
PHYSICAL HAZARDS: Light sensitive ?may decompose on exposure to light and turn red in color. Very toxic
to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Dangerous for the
environment. Avoid release to the environment.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
............. Inhalation: Toxic by inhalation. Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
............. Eye Contact: Material causes eye irritation.
............. Skin Contact: Toxic by skin absorption. Material causes skin irritation. Readily absorbed through skin ?br>
may cause discoloration of skin. Possible sensitizer by skin contact. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause
dermatitis.
............. Ingestion: Toxic by ingestion. May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May cause liver and kidney
damage.
Overview: Toxic by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption. Material is irritating to eyes, skin, mucous
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membranes and upper respiratory tract. Toxic. Irritant. Readily absorbed through skin 璵ay cause discoloration
of skin. Possible sensitizer by skin contact. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. May cause
irritation of the digestive tract. May cause liver and kidney damage. Possible risk of irreversible effects. Possible
carcinogen // Possible mutagen // Possible teratogen. Exposure can cause: nausea, dizziness, headache, dermatitis,
and pulmonary edema. Effects may be delayed. Light sensitive ?may decompose on exposure to light and turn
red in color. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Dangerous for the environment. Avoid release to the environment.
SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If breathing has stopped give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult
give oxygen. Call a physician.
EYES CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure
adequate flushing by separating eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
SKIN CONTACT: Immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water while removing contaminated
clothing and shoes. Call a physician.
INGESTION: Wash mouth out with water and call a physician immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person.
SECTION 5 - FIRE - FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water Spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or
appropriate foam.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self contained breathing apparatus and protective
clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
UNUSUAL FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Emits toxic fumes of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and
nitrogen oxides under fire conditions.
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SPILLS OR LEAKS:
............. Evacuate area.
............. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots and heavy rubber gloves.
............. Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal.
............. Avoid raising dust.
............. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Safety shower and eye bath. Use in a well ventilated area. Do not breathe dust. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on
clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Toxic. Irritant. Possible sensitizer by skin contact. Readily
absorbed through skin ?may cause discoloration of skin. Possible risk of irreversible effects. Possible carcinogen
// Possible mutagen // Possible teratogen. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Wash thoroughly after
handling. Keep containers tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place. Light sensitive ?may decompose on exposure
to light and turn red in color. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment. Dangerous for the environment. Avoid release to the environment.
SECTION 8 -EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves, chemical safety goggles and
other protective clothing.
SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE: White to gray powder.
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 108.14
282癈 to 284oC@760mmHg.
BOILING POINT:
61oC
MELTING POINT:
0.62 mmHg @ 100oC
VAPOR PRESSURE:
VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1): 3.7 G/L
1.1421g/cm3@10癈
SPECIFIC GRAVITY:
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble.
REACTIVITY IN WATER: No information.
110oC (230癋) // Closed Cup.
FLASHPOINT:
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LEL 1.3% UEL 9.8%
560oC
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE:
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, chloroformates, and strong
oxidizing agents. May decompose and turn color on exposure to light.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION: Toxic fumes of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen oxides.
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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ACUTE EFFECTS:
............. Inhalation: Toxic by inhalation. Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
............. Eye Contact: Material causes eye irritation.
............. Skin Contact: Toxic by skin absorption. Material causes skin irritation. Readily absorbed through skin ?br>
may cause discoloration of skin.
............. Ingestion: Toxic by ingestion. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Exposure can cause: nausea, dizziness, headache, dermatitis, and pulmonary edema. Effects may be delayed.
CHRONIC EFFECTS:
............. Toxicity: LC50 (inh, rat): No information.
LD50 (oral, rat): 280 mg/kg.
............. Target Organ(s): Liver, kidneys, and bladder
Possible sensitizer by skin contact. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Ingestion may cause
liver and kidney damage. Possible risk of irreversible effects. Possible carcinogen // Possible mutagen // Possible
teratogen.
SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
............. Biodegradability: Dangerous for the environment. Avoid release to the environment.
............. Aquatic Toxicity: Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Ensure disposal in compliance with government requirements and ensure conformity to local disposal regulations.
............. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
............. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with
an afterburner and scrubber.
............. EPA: EPCRA section 313 de minimis concentration is 1.0%.
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORTATION DATA
U.S. DOT 49 CFR 172.101:
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Phenylenediamines (o-, m-, p-)
HAZARD CLASS AND LABEL: Class 6.1 "TOXIC" label required.
ID NUMBER: UN1673
PACKAGING GROUP: III
SPECIAL PROVISIONS: IB8, IP3, T7, TP1
LAND TRANSPORT ADR/RID:
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Phenylenediamines (o-, m-, p-)
ADR/RID CLASS AND LABEL: Class 6.1 "TOXIC" label required.
UN NUMBER: UN1673
PACKAGINGGROUP: III
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AIR TRANSPORT IATA/ICAO:
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Phenylenediamines (o-, m-, p-)
IATA/ICAO CLASS AND LABEL: Class 6.1 "TOXIC" label required.
UN/ID NUMBER: UN1673
PACKAGING GROUP: III
MARITIME TRANSPORT:
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Phenylenediamines (o-, m-, p-)
IMDG CLASS AND LABEL: Class 6.1 "TOXIC" label required.
UN NUMBER: UN1673
PACKAGING GROUP: III
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
1F= TSCA Section 8(d) Health and Safety Data Reporting Rule Substances.
2= TSCA Chemical Hazard Information Profile (CHIP) Substances.
8C= SARA Title III Section 313 Toxic Chemicals.
9D= ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV) Chemicals.
9F= IARC Unclassifiable or Probably Noncarcinogenic Substances and Exposures (Group 3 or 4).
TWA is 0.1 mg/m3.
ACGIH=
CN2= Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Ingredient Disclosure
List // Ingredient must be disclosed at concentration of 0.1%
EPA: EPCRA section 313 de minimis concentration is 1.0%.
IARC: Not classifiable as human carcinogen (Group 3); human evidence is no adequate data; animal
evidence is inadequate.
MA1= Massachusetts Substance List.
NJ1= New Jersey Right To Know Hazardous Substance List.
TSCA= This chemical is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
EINECS= 203-584-7
SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
NOTE: We believe that the information contained herein is current as of the date of this Material Safety Data
Sheet. Since the use of this information and of these opinions and the conditions of the use of the product are not
within the control of Aceto Corporation, it is the user's obligation to determine the conditions of safe use of the
product.
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