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Safety Data Sheet EN

2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate

CAS 868-77-9

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate
Product Code
477028
Chemical Name
2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
868-77-9 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

Uses advised against

The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption (40 CFR Section 720.36). It is the recipient's responsibility to comply with the requirements of the R&D exemption. The product may not be used for a non-exempt commercial purpose under TSCA unless appropriate consent is granted in writing by MilliporeSigma.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

Sigma-Aldrich Inc.

manufacturer

3050 SPRUCE ST, ST. LOUIS MO 63103, UNITED STATES

+1 314 771-5765

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

800-424-9300

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

CHEMTREC

+1-703-527-3887

24 Hours/day; 7 Days/week

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A H319
Skin Sens. Cat. 1 H317

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H315 Causes skin irritation.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing mist or vapors.
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P272 Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ eye protection/ face protection.
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate EC: 212-782-2 868-77-9 100% Yes
ethylene glycol dimethacrylate --- 0.1 - 1% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Specific hazards

Carbon oxides. Combustible.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Environmental

No data available

Cleanup methods

No data available

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Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

For precautions see section 2.2.

Storage

No data available

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Full contact: Material: Chloroprene, Minimum layer thickness: 0.65 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: KCL 720 Camapren®. Splash contact: Material: Latex gloves, Minimum layer thickness: 0.6 mm, Break through time: 10 min, Material tested: Lapren® (KCL 706 / Aldrich Z677558, Size M). Recommendations apply to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves.

Respiratory

Recommended Filter type: Filter A-(P2). Required when vapours/aerosols are generated. Recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards. The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer.

Environmental

Prevent product from entering drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Language Code
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Physical State
clear, liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
clear, liquid
Colour
colorless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
clear, liquid
Odor
ester-like
Odor Threshold
No data available
Ph
No data available
Melting Point
-12 °C (10 °F)
Boiling Point
67 °C 153 °F at 4.7 hPa
Flash Point
106 °C (223 °F) - closed cup - ASTM D 93
Freezing Point
-12 °C (10 °F)
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Vapor Pressure
0.08 hPa at 20 °C (68 °F)
Vapor Density
No data available
Relative Density
No data available
Bulk Density
---
Density
1.073 g/mL at 25 °C (77 °F)
Flammability
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
375 °C (707 °F) at 1,024 hPa
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
log Pow: 0.42 at 25 °C (77 °F)
Solubility In Water
100 g/l at 20 °C (68 °F)
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
6.36 mm2/s at 20 °C (68 °F) - 3.42 mm2/s at 40 °C (104 °F)
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

No data available

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

Violent reactions possible with: Amines, peroxi compounds, polymerisation initiators

Avoid

Exposure to moisture. Heat. Light.

Incompatible

No data available

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity to fish semi-static test LC50 - Oryzias latipes - > 100 mg/l - 96 h (OECD Test Guideline 203) Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates Immobilization EC50 - Daphnia magna (Water flea) - 380 mg/l - 48 h (OECD Test Guideline 202) Toxicity to algae Growth inhibition EC50 - Selenastrum capricornutum (green algae) - 836 mg/l - 72 h (OECD Test Guideline 201) Toxicity to daphnia NOEC - Daphnia magna (Water flea) - 24.1 mg/l - 21 d (OECD Test Guideline 211)

12.2 Persistence and degradability

Biodegradability aerobic - Exposure time 14 d Result: 92 - 100 % - Readily biodegradable. (OECD Test Guideline 301C)

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

No data available

12.4 Mobility in soil

No data available

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted

PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted

12.6 Endocrine disrupting properties

No data available

12.7 Other adverse effects

No data available
13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

No data available

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for 2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of 2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate?

2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate is a clear, liquid appearing as clear, liquid with colorless color. It has ester-like odor.

What is 2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

What are the hazard statements for 2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

What is the melting point of 2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate?

The melting point is -12 °C (10 °F) and the boiling point is 67 °C 153 °F at 4.7 hPa.