MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name : Carbodihydrazine 5 %
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Catalogue Number :
Supplier : Megachem Manufacturing Pte Ltd
: No. 132 Pioneer Road, Jurong Town,
: Singapore 639588
: Tel : +65 6863 0580 / 6863 3818
Fax : +65 6863 2818
: Email : enquiry@megachem.com
Website : www.megachem.com
2. Hazardous Ingredients
Substance : Carbodihydrazine
CAS Number : 497-18-7
3. Physical Data
Vapor pressure : None
Vapor density (Air=1) : None
Solubility in water : Soluble
Appearance : Clear colourless to light yellow liquid.
Specific gravity (water=1) : 1.008 ?1.028
Evaporation rate : N.A.
4. Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Fire and Explosion Hazard : This product may be ignitable
Extinguishing media : Water and foam
Special fire fighting procedure : Fire fighter should use self-containing breathing apparatus (SCBA ) ,
pressure ?demand ( MSHA / NIOSH approved or equivalent ) and full
protective equipment
Hazardous Combustion Products : Under fire conditions carbon dioxide , carbon monoxide , oxides of
nitrogen ( NOx ) and oxides of sulphur ( SOx) may be released.
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5. Health Hazard Data
Acute Toxicity
Oral LD50 ( rat ) : 6220 mg / kg
Subcutaneous LD50 ( mouse ) : 2400 mg / kg
Corrosive and Irritant Properties
Skin Effects This material is slightly irritating
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Mutagenic Effects Negative in the Ames test
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Emergency and first aid procedures
Eye contact : Flush promptly with plenty of running water for 15 min at least.
Skin contact : Wash off with plenty of soap and water.
6. Reactivity Data
Stability : Stable under normal temperature
Incompatibility (materials to avoid) : Avoid contact with oxidizing agents ( e.g. chlorine , peroxides , chromates
, nitric acid , perchlorates , concentrated oxygen , permanganates ) .
Contact may generate heat and fire , explosions and/or toxic vapours.
Hazardous decomposition products : Under fire conditions carbon dioxide , carbon monoxide , oxides of
nitrogen ( NOx) and oxides of sulphur ( SOx) may be released
Hazardous polymerization : Will not occur
7. Spill and Leakage Procedure
Small Spill : Sweep up and place in a container. Flush area with water.
Large Spill : Reclaim into recovery or drums or truck for disposal Flush area with
water..
Exposure Control / personal protection
Eye Protection : Chemical safety goggles.
Hand , Skin and Body Protection : Wear rubber gloves and full-body suit.
9. Special Precautions
Precautions to be taken in handling and storing
Avoid storing together with oxidizing agents.
Store in a cool , dry , well-ventilated area , out of direct sunlight.
The information contained herein is based on the present state of our knowledge and does not therefore guarantee
certain properties.
Recipients of our products must take responsibility for observing existing laws and regulations.
MSDS NUMBER ISSUED DATE
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