Safety Data Sheet - Acrylonitrile

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Chemical Name Acrylonitrile

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL0111

CAS Number 107-13-1

EC Number 203-466-5

EC Index Number 607-001-00-0

Grade 99% For Synthesis

HSN Code 29261000

Molecular Formula C3H3N

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name Acrylonitrile

Catalogue No. AL0111

Product form Substance

CAS Number 107-13-1

EC Number 203-466-5

Grade 99% For Synthesis

EC Index Number 607-001-00-0

Chemical Formula C3H3N

HSN Code 29261000

Synonyms Vinyl cyanide

Chemical Structure -

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the substance/mixture Used in the production of plastics, fibers, and as a chemical intermediate.

Uses advised against Not specified

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company identification Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.

1.4 Emergency Contact Details

Phone / e-Mail Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Flam. Liq. 2; Acute Tox. 3; Skin Irrit. 2; Skin Sens. 1; Eye Dam. 1; STOT SE 3; Carc. 1B; Aquatic Chronic 2

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 7855 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms Flammable, Corrosive, Acute Toxic, Health Hazard, Environmental Hazard

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor; H301: Toxic if swallowed; H311: Toxic in contact with skin; H315: Causes skin irritation; H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction; H318: Causes serious eye damage; H331: Toxic if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H350: May cause cancer; H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards May cause respiratory irritation and central nervous system effects.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name Acrylonitrile

CAS No. 107-13-1

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.

First-aid measures after skin contact If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately wash the contaminated skin with water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing and wash the skin with water. If symptoms occur after washing, get medical attention immediately.

First-aid measures after eye contact If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.

First-aid measures after ingestion If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use Headache, dizziness, nausea, respiratory distress, skin irritation.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

General information Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special procedures Vapors are heavier than air and May travel to A source of ignition and flash back. Liquid May float on water.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel

Emergency procedures Evacuate area. Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.

6.4 Reference to other sections

Reference Not specified

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling Use in a fume hood. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Hygiene measures Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage conditions Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases and food and feedstuffs. Cool. Keep in the dark. Ventilation along the floor. Store only if stabilized.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.2 Exposure controls

Hand protection Handle with gloves.

Eye protection Tightly fitting safety goggles. Faceshield (8-inch minimum).

Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection Use a NIOSH-approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state Liquid

Colour Colorless to pale yellow

Odour Practically odorless, or with a very slight odor of peach kernels

Odour threshold Not specified

pH value Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not specified

Melting point -83.51 °C

Freezing point -83.5 °C

Boiling point 77.2 °C

Flash point -5 °C (23 °F) - closed cup

Auto-ignition temperature 898 °F (481 °C)

Decomposition temperature Not specified

Flammability (solid, gas) Highly flammable liquid

Vapour pressure 109 mm Hg at 25 °C

Relative vapour density at 20°C 1.83 (Air = 1)

Density 0.8007 at 25 °C

Solubility Solubility of water in acrylonitrile: 3.1 parts water/100 parts acrylonitrile

Log Pow 0.25

Viscosity, kinematic Not specified

Viscosity, dynamic 0.36 mPa·s at 20 °C

Explosive properties Not explosive under normal conditions

Oxidising properties Not an oxidizer

Explosive limits 2.3 - 11.2 vol% in air

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Reacts violently with strong oxidizers and acids.

10.2 Chemical stability

Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions The substance polymerizes due to heating and under the influence of light and bases. This generates fire or explosion hazard. Decomposes on heating.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and bases.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions - Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx).

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LD50 Rat oral 78 mg/kg; LC50 Guinea pig inhalation 576 ppm/4 hr; LD50 Rat sc 80 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation H315: Causes skin irritation

Serious eye damage/irritation H318: Causes serious eye damage

Respiratory or skin sensitisation H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity H350: May cause cancer

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) H335: May cause respiratory irritation

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Not classified (based on available data)

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity information Not specified

12.2 Persistence - degradability

Persistence - degradability Not specified

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential Not specified

12.4 Mobility in soil

Mobility in soil Not specified

12.6 Other adverse effects

Environmental precautions Not specified

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Additional Info Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1 UN number

UN-No. (ADR) UN 1093

UN-No. (IMDG) UN 1093

UN-No. (IATA) UN 1093

UN-No. (ADN) UN 1093

UN-No. (RID) UN 1093

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Acrylonitrile

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Acrylonitrile

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Acrylonitrile

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Acrylonitrile

Proper Shipping Name (RID) Acrylonitrile

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es) 3 (6.1)

14.4 Packing group

Packing group (ADR) I

Packing group (IMDG) I

Packing group (IATA) I

Packing group (ADN) I

Packing group (RID) I

14.5 Environmental hazards

Dangerous for the environment Not specified

Marine pollutant Not specified

Other information No supplementary information available

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

15.1.1 EU-Regulations Not specified

SECTION 16: Other Information

Disclaimer The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.