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Acrylonitrile (stabilized with MEHQ)

EC 203-466-5

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Acrylonitrile (stabilized with MEHQ)
Product Code
A0146
Chemical Name
Acrylonitrile

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A
EC Number
203-466-5 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Use as laboratory reagent

Manufacturers & Suppliers

T

TCI EUROPE N.V.

manufacturer

Boereveldseweg 6 - Haven 1063, B-2070 Zwijndrecht, Belgium

+32 (0)3 735 07 00

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+44 844 892 0111

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2 H225
Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H301
Acute Tox. Cat. 2 H330
Acute Tox. Cat. 2 H310
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318
Skin Sens. Cat. 1 H317
Muta. Cat. 2 H341
Carc. Cat. 1B H350
Repr. Cat. 2 H361
STOT SE Cat. 1 H370
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335
STOT RE Cat. 1 H372
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 2 H411

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

GHS09 - Environmental hazard

GHS09

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H301 Toxic if swallowed.
H310 + H330 Fatal in contact with skin or if inhaled.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H318 Causes serious eye damage.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.
H350 May cause cancer.
H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
H370 Causes damage to organs (Liver, Nervous system).
H372 Causes damage to organs (Liver, Blood, Respiratory system, Nervous system, Kidney, Testes) through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.
P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
P308 + P311 IF exposed or concerned: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
P391 Collect spillage.
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Rinse mouth.

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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
Acrylonitrile EC: 203-466-5 107-13-1 90 - 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.

Skin contact

Take off all contaminated clothing immediately. If on skin, rinse well with water. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.

Eye contact

Rinse with plenty of water. If easy to do, remove contact lens, if worn. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.

Ingestion

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. Rinse mouth.

Medical Treatment

None known.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Dry powder, Foam, Water spray, Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Specific hazards

No information available.

Instructions

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment. Immediately evacuate personnel to safe areas. Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water spray. Remove undamaged containers from fire area if it is safe to do so.

Firefighter Protection

Use personal protective equipment.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Entry to non-involved personnel should be controlled around the leakage area by roping off, etc.

Environmental

Should not be released into the environment.

Cleanup methods

Collect as much of the spill as possible

Materials: suitable absorbent material

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wear personal protective equipment. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Do not subject to grinding, shock or friction. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed. Store in a cool and shaded area. Keep in a well-ventilated place. Use explosion-proof equipment. Store locked up. Avoid exposure to light.

Hygiene

Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling.

Fire prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Install a closed system or local exhaust. Also install safety shower and eye bath.

Hands

Impervious gloves

Eyes

Safety glasses, Safety goggles, Face-shield

Respiratory

Gas mask, Self-contained breathing apparatus

Skin/Body

Impervious protective clothing

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Auto Ignition Temperature
481 °C
Bulk Density
---
Vapor Pressure
13,3 kPa (23 °C)
Properties Status
---
Lower Explosive Limit
3 %(V)
Ph
---
Freezing Point
-84 °C
Metal Corrosion
---
Softening Point
---
Colour Intensity
---
Colour
colourless
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Molecular Weight
53,06 g/mol
Relative Density
0,81
Flash Point
-6 °C
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Cloud Point
---
Flammability
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Partition Coefficient
0,25
Boiling Point
79 °C
Solubility In Fat
---
Odor Threshold
17 ppm
Vapor Density
---
Voc Content
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Upper Explosive Limit
17 %(V)
Solubility
---
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Form
---
Solubility In Water
70 g/l (20 °C) soluble
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Decomposition Temperature
---
Density
---
Appearance
---
Melting Point
-84 °C
Physical State
liquid
Odor
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Physical State Data
liquid
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Polymerization may occur under the influences of heat, light or on contact with polymerization initiators such as peroxides etc.

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

None under normal processing.

Avoid

Heat, Electrical spark, Open flame, Electrostatic discharge, Exposure to light.

Incompatible

Bases, Acids, Oxidizing agents, Copper, Copper alloys,

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Nitrogen oxides (NOx)

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
1093
Shipping Name
ACRYLONITRILE, STABILIZED
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
I
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 is the hazard signal word for Acrylonitrile (stabilized with MEHQ)?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Acrylonitrile (stabilized with MEHQ)?

Acrylonitrile (stabilized with MEHQ) is a liquid with colourless color. It has no data available odor.

What is Acrylonitrile (stabilized with MEHQ) used for?

Use as laboratory reagent

What are the hazard statements for Acrylonitrile (stabilized with MEHQ)?

This substance has 13 hazard statements:

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H301: Toxic if swallowed.
  • H310 + H330: Fatal in contact with skin or if inhaled.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
  • H350: May cause cancer.
  • H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
  • H370: Causes damage to organs (Liver, Nervous system).
  • H372: Causes damage to organs (Liver, Blood, Respiratory system, Nervous system, Kidney, Testes) through prolonged or repeated exposure.
  • H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What is the melting point of Acrylonitrile (stabilized with MEHQ)?

The melting point is -84 °C and the boiling point is 79 °C.