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Methylcyclopentane

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Methylcyclopentane
Product Code
345240000; 345240050; 345240250; 345241000; 345245000
Synonyms
MCP

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals.

Uses advised against

No Information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

T

Thermo Fisher Scientific

manufacturer

Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium

F

Fisher Scientific UK

distributor

Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom

F

Fisher Scientific AG

distributor

Neuhofstrasse 11, CH 4153 Reinach

+41 (0) 56 618 41 11

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

001-800-227-6701

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 11

Emergency Contact

001-201-796-7100

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 99

CHEMTREC

001-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC

001-703-527-3887

Tox Info Suisse

145

24hr

Tox Info Suisse

+41-44 251 51 51

Chemtrec

0800 564 402

24h

Chemtrec

+41-43 508 20 11

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2 H225
Asp. Tox. Cat. 1 H304
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking
P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
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
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting

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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
Methylcyclopentane EC: 202-503-2 96-37-7 95% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Get medical attention. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.

Symptoms: Difficulty in breathing. Inhalation of high vapor concentrations may cause symptoms like headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. If vomiting occurs naturally, have victim lean forward.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical attention.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

CO₂, dry chemical, dry sand, alcohol-resistant foam. Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.

Unsuitable media

No information available.

Specific hazards

Flammable. Containers may explode when heated. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.

Instructions

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors.

Firefighter Protection

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Environmental

Should not be released into the environment.

Cleanup methods

Soak up with inert absorbent material.

Materials: inert absorbent material

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only non-sparking tools. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not breathe mist/vapors/spray. Do not ingest. If swallowed then seek immediate medical assistance. To avoid ignition of vapors by static electricity discharge, all metal parts of the equipment must be grounded.

Storage

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Flammables area. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only non-sparking tools. Use spark-proof tools. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to control hazardous materials at source

Hands

Protective gloves. Glove material: Nitrile rubber, Breakthrough time: See manufacturers recommendations, Glove thickness: -, EU standard: EN 374, Glove comments: (minimum requirement)

Eyes

Goggles (European standard - EN 166)

Respiratory

No protective equipment is needed under normal use conditions. Large scale/emergency use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Small scale/Laboratory use: Maintain adequate ventilation

Skin/Body

Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Inspect gloves before use. observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. (Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information) gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatibility, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g. sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion. gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.

Environmental

No information available.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Partition Coefficient
3.37
Flammability
Highly flammable
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Solubility In Water
Insoluble
Vapor Density
2.9 (Air = 1.0)
Odor Threshold
No data available
Bulk Density
Not applicable
Odor
Strong
Flash Point
-4 °C / 24.8 °F
Explosive Limits
---
Physical State
Liquid
Colour
---
Cloud Point
---
Relative Density
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Boiling Point
71 °C / 159.8 °F
Evaporation Rate
---
Solidification Point
---
Melting Point
-142.4 °C / -224.3 °F
Softening Point
---
Density
0.748
Colour Intensity
---
Upper Explosive Limit
8.4 vol%
Auto Ignition Temperature
315 °C / 599 °F
Molecular Weight
84.16
Appearance
Light yellow
Ph
No information available
Vapor Pressure
138 mmHg @ 25 °C
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Dynamic Viscosity
0.505 mPa . s at 20 °C
Solubility
---
Form
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Voc Content
---
Lower Explosive Limit
1 vol%
Properties Status
---
Freezing Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

None known, based on information available

Hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerization does not occur. None under normal processing.

Avoid

Incompatible products. Excess heat. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO2)

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN2298
Shipping Name
Methylcyclopentane
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
II
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Methylcyclopentane known by?

Methylcyclopentane is also known as: MCP

What is the hazard signal word for Methylcyclopentane?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Methylcyclopentane?

Methylcyclopentane is a liquid appearing as light yellow . It has strong odor.

What is Methylcyclopentane used for?

Laboratory chemicals.

What are the hazard statements for Methylcyclopentane?

This substance has 5 hazard statements:

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor
  • H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation

What is the melting point of Methylcyclopentane?

The melting point is -142.4 °C / -224.3 °F and the boiling point is 71 °C / 159.8 °F.