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METHACRYLONITRILE | ICSC: 0652 |
2-Methyl-2-propenenitrile 2-Cyanopropene Isopropenylnitrile C4H5N Molecular mass: 67.1 CAS # 126-98-7 RTECS # UD1400000 UN # 3079 (stabilised) EC # 608-010-00-2 October 18, 2005 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Highly flammable.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
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Alcohol-resistant foam.
Dry powder.
Carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION |
Vapour/air mixtures are explosive.
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Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting.
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In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
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EXPOSURE |
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STRICT HYGIENE!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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INHALATION |
Headache.
Confusion.
Weakness.
Shortness of breath.
Convulsions.
Unconsciousness.
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Local exhaust or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Artificial respiration may be needed.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN |
MAY BE ABSORBED!
(Further see Inhalation).
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Protective gloves.
Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Refer for medical attention.
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EYES |
Redness.
Pain.
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Face shield
or
eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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INGESTION |
(See Inhalation).
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink.
Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!).
Wear protective gloves when inducing vomiting.
No mouth-to-mouth artificial respiration. Administer oxygen by trained personnel.
Refer for medical attention.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Evacuate danger area!
Remove all ignition sources.
Personal protection:
chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible.
Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place.
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Store only if stabilized.
Fireproof.
Cool.
Keep in the dark.
Separated from
food and feedstuffs
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Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
Note: D F symbol T symbol R: 11-23/24/25-43 S: 1/2-9-16-18-29-45 UN Hazard Class: 3 UN Subsidiary Risks: 6.1 UN Packing Group: I |
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METHACRYLONITRILE | ICSC: 0652 |
I M P O R T A N T D A T A |
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ENVIRONMENTAL DATA |
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The commercial product contains 50 ppm hydroquinone monoethyl ether as a stabilizer.
The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient.
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.
Use same antidotes as in the case of cyanide poisoning.
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