Date Printed: 30/JUL/2007
Date Updated: 13/FEB/2006
Version 1.8
Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006
1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name POLY(METHYL METHACRYLATE), AVERAGE M.W.
120,000
Product Number 182230
Company Sigma-Aldrich Pte Ltd
#02-14 The Capricorn, Sci. Park II
Singapore 117528
Singapore
Technical Phone # (65) 6779 1200
Fax (65) 6779 1822
2 - Hazards Identification
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Not hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
3 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
POLY(METHYL METHACRYLATE) 9011-14-7 None None
Ingredient Name Percent CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
THE FOLLOWING SUBSTANCES None None None
ARE PRESENT AS RESIDUAL
COMPONENTS OF PRODUCTION.
TOLUENE <= 5 108-88-3 203-625-9 601-021-00-3
Repr. Cat.3
Symbols: F-Xn
R-Phrases: 11-38-48/20-63-65-67
Highly flammable. Irritating to skin. Harmful: danger of serious
damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation.
Possible risk of harm to the unborn child. Harmful: may cause lung
damage if swallowed. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult,
call a physician.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
AFTER EYE CONTACT
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by
separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
AFTER INGESTION
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
5 - Fire Fighting Measures
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or
appropriate foam.
SPECIAL RISKS
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Exercise appropriate precautions to minimize direct contact with
skin or eyes and prevent inhalation of dust.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
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.
7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
Directions for Safe Handling: Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact
with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated
exposure.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: Use respirators and components tested and
approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US)
or CEN (EU). Respiratory protection is not required. Where
protection from nuisance levels of dusts are desired, use type N95
(US) or type P1 (EN 143) dust masks.
Hand Protection: Protective gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Solid
Color: White
Form: Crystalline
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
pH N/A
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range N/A
Flash Point N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp 304 癈
Oxidizing Properties N/A
Explosive Properties N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
SG/Density 1.188 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient N/A
Viscosity N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Conductivity N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
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HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS NUMBER: TR0400000
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be
irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
TARGET ORGAN INFORMATION
Liver. Kidneys. Bladder. Brain.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - CARCINOGEN
Result: This product is or contains a component that is not
classifiable as to its carcinogenicity based on its IARC, ACGIH,
NTP, or EPA classification.
Rat
Route of Application: Implant
Result: Tumorigenic:Tumors at site or application.
Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS criteria.
Mouse
Route of Application: Implant
Result: Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS
criteria. Tumorigenic:Tumors at site or application.
Rat
Route of Application: Implant
Result: Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration:Tumors.
Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS criteria.
Tumorigenic:Tumors at site or application.
Mouse
Route of Application: Implant
Result: Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS
criteria. Tumorigenic:Tumors at site or application.
Mouse
Route of Application: Implant
Result: Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS
criteria. Tumorigenic:Tumors at site or application.
SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL
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. Observe all federal, state, and local
environmental regulations.
14 - Transport Information
RID/ADR
Non-hazardous for road transport.
IMDG
Non-hazardous for sea transport.
IATA
Non-hazardous for air transport.
15 - Regulatory Information
CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES
S-PHRASES: 22-24/25
Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Not hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
Caution: Substance not yet fully tested (EU).
COUNTRY SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Germany
WGK: 2
Self-Classification
16 - Other Information
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2007 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.