Safety Data Sheet - 4,4'-Methylenebis(phenyl isocyanate)

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

Chemical Name 4,4'-Methylenebis(phenyl isocyanate)

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL3053

CAS Number 101-68-8

EC Number 202-966-0

EC Index Number 615-005-00-9

Grade 98%

HSN Code 29291090

Molecular Formula C15H10N2O2

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

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name 4,4'-Methylenebis(phenyl isocyanate)

Catalogue No. AL3053

Product form Substance

CAS Number 101-68-8

EC Number 202-966-0

Grade 98%

EC Index Number 615-005-00-9

Chemical Formula C15H10N2O2

HSN Code 29291090

Synonyms MDI, Diphenylmethane-4,4'-diisocyanate

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 polyurethanes and coatings.

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 Skin Irrit. 2; Skin Sens. 1; Eye Irrit. 2; Acute Tox. 4; Resp. Sens. 1; STOT SE 3; Carc. 2; STOT RE 2

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 7570 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms Irritant, Health Hazard

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H315: Causes skin irritation; H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H332: Harmful if inhaled; H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H351: Suspected of causing cancer; H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary statements P203, P233, P260, P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P272, P280, P284, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P317, P318, P319, P321, P332+P317, P333+P317, P337+P317, P342+P316, P362+P364, P403, P403+P233, P405, P501

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards Respiratory sensitizer; may cause allergic skin reaction.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name 4,4'-Methylenebis(phenyl isocyanate)

CAS No. 101-68-8

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 Coughing, shortness of breath, skin irritation, eye 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 May produce toxic fumes in a fire. Use water spray to cool containers.

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. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain and collect spillage.

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. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.

6.4 Reference to other sections

Reference Not specified

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling Handle in a fume hood. Use gloves and protective eyewear. Avoid inhalation and skin contact.

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 Separated from food and feedstuffs and incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Dry. Keep in the dark.

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 exposure limits are exceeded.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state Solid

Colour White to pale yellow

Odour Odorless

Odour threshold Not established

pH value Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not established

Melting point 37 °C

Freezing point Not established

Boiling point BP: 196 °C at 5 mm Hg

Flash point 196 °C c.c.

Auto-ignition temperature 240 °C

Decomposition temperature Not established

Flammability (solid, gas) Not flammable under normal conditions

Vapour pressure 5e-06 mmHg at 77 °F

Relative vapour density at 20°C Relative vapor density (air = 1): 8.6

Density Density: 1.197 g/cu cm at 70 °C

Solubility Soluble in acetone, benzene, kerosene, and nitrobenzene

Log Pow Not established

Viscosity, kinematic Not established

Viscosity, dynamic Not established

Explosive properties Not explosive

Oxidising properties Not oxidizing

Explosive limits Not applicable

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with water, alcohols, and amines.

10.2 Chemical stability

Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions The substance may polymerize under the influence of temperatures above 204 °C. On combustion, forms toxic and corrosive fumes including nitrogen oxides and hydrogen cyanide (see ICSC 0492). Reacts readily with water. This produces insoluble polyureas.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

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

10.5 Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials Water, alcohols, amines, strong acids and bases.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LC50 Rat (male) inhalation 369 mgcu m4 hr; LC50 Rat (female) inhalation 380 mgcu m4 hr

Skin corrosion/irritation H315: Causes skin irritation

Serious eye damage/irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation

Respiratory or skin sensitisation H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction; H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity H351: Suspected of causing cancer

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

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

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) Not classified as dangerous goods.

UN-No. (IMDG) Not classified as dangerous goods.

UN-No. (IATA) Not classified as dangerous goods.

UN-No. (ADN) Not classified as dangerous goods.

UN-No. (RID) Not classified as dangerous goods.

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Not applicable

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Not applicable

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Not applicable

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Not applicable

Proper Shipping Name (RID) Not applicable

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es) Not applicable

14.4 Packing group

Packing group (ADR) Not applicable

Packing group (IMDG) Not applicable

Packing group (IATA) Not applicable

Packing group (ADN) Not applicable

Packing group (RID) Not applicable

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.