Safety Data Sheet - Chloromethyl methyl ether

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

Chemical Name Chloromethyl methyl ether

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL1308

CAS Number 107-30-2

EC Number 203-480-1

EC Index Number 603-007-00-4

Grade For Synthesis

HSN Code 29093090

Molecular Formula C2H5ClO

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

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name Chloromethyl methyl ether

Catalogue No. AL1308

Product form Substance

CAS Number 107-30-2

EC Number 203-480-1

Grade For Synthesis

EC Index Number 603-007-00-4

Chemical Formula C2H5ClO

HSN Code 29093090

Synonyms MOM chloride

Chemical Structure -

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

Use of the substance/mixture Alkylating agent in organic synthesis

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. 4; Eye Irrit. 2; Carc. 1A

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 7864 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms Flammable, Irritant, Health Hazard

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor; H302+H312+H332: Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled; H302: Harmful if swallowed; H312: Harmful in contact with skin; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H332: Harmful if inhaled; H350: May cause cancer

Precautionary statements P203, P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P317, P318, P321, P330, P337+P317, P362+P364, P370+P378, P403+P235, P405, P501

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards Carcinogenic; highly toxic

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name Chloromethyl methyl ether

CAS No. 107-30-2

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 soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing, wash the skin with soap and water, and get medical attention promptly.

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 Nausea, vomiting, 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 Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.

Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special procedures Unburned material may form powerful tear gas. When wet, also forms irritating formaldehyde gas.

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 and ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain and absorb spill with inert material.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Remove all ignition sources. Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers.

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 only in a chemical 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. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Well closed. Separated from food and feedstuffs. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.2 Exposure controls

Hand protection Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)

Eye protection Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses

Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection Use a NIOSH-approved respirator if ventilation is inadequate.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state Liquid

Colour Colorless

Odour Irritating odor

Odour threshold Not specified

pH value Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not specified

Melting point -103.5 °C

Freezing point Not specified

Boiling point 59.5 °C

Flash point 0 °C (open cup).

Auto-ignition temperature Not specified

Decomposition temperature Not specified

Flammability (solid, gas) Flammable liquid

Vapour pressure Vapor pressure: 3.705 lb/sq inch at 70 °F

Relative vapour density at 20°C 0.5245 lb/cu ft at 70 °F

Density 1.0603 @ 20 °C/4 °C

Solubility Reacts with water

Log Pow Not specified

Viscosity, kinematic Not specified

Viscosity, dynamic Not specified

Explosive properties Not specified

Oxidising properties Not specified

Explosive limits Not specified

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Reacts violently with strong oxidizers and bases.

10.2 Chemical stability

Chemical stability Stable.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions On combustion, forms toxic gases including phosgene (see ICSC 0007) and hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163). Decomposes on contact with water. This produces hydrogen chloride and formaldehyde (see ICSC 0275).

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 bases, and moisture.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of hydrogen chloride.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LD50 Rat oral 0.5 g/kg; LC50 Rat inhalation 55 ppm/7 hr; LC50 Mouse ihl 5-7 ppm/6-7 hr

Skin corrosion/irritation Not classified (based on available data)

Serious eye damage/irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation

Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified (based on available data)

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity H350: May cause cancer

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

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 1239

UN-No. (IMDG) UN 1239

UN-No. (IATA) UN 1239

UN-No. (ADN) UN 1239

UN-No. (RID) UN 1239

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Chloromethyl methyl ether

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Chloromethyl methyl ether

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Chloromethyl methyl ether

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Chloromethyl methyl ether

Proper Shipping Name (RID) Chloromethyl methyl ether

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es) 6.1 (3)

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.