Acrylamide

1.1 — Product identifier

Chemical Name

Acrylamide

Catalogue No.

AL0105

Product form

Substance

CAS Number

79-06-1

EC Number

201-173-7

Grade

98% For Synthesis

EC Index Number

607-115-00-0

Chemical Formula

C3H5NO

HSN Code

29241900

Synonyms

2-Propenamide, Acrylic amide

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

Use of the substance/mixture

Used in the synthesis of polyacrylamide and other polymers.

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

2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

Acute Tox. 3; Acute Tox. 4; Skin Irrit. 2; Skin Sens. 1; Eye Irrit. 2; Muta. 1B; Carc. 1B; Repr. 2; STOT RE 1

Classification source

ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6579 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 — Label elements

Hazard pictograms

Acute Toxic, Health Hazard

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H301: Toxic if swallowed; H312: Harmful in contact with skin; H315: Causes skin irritation; H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H332: Harmful if inhaled; H340: May cause genetic defects; H350: May cause cancer; H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child; H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary statements

P203, P260, P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P301+P316, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P317, P318, P319, P321, P330, P332+P317, P333+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P405, P501

2.3 — Other hazards

Other hazards

Neurotoxic; may cause reproductive effects.

3.1 — Substance

Name

Acrylamide

CAS No.

79-06-1

4.1 — Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation

Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.

First-aid measures after skin contact

Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.

First-aid measures after eye contact

Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and seek medical attention.

First-aid measures after ingestion

Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention.

4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use

Headache, dizziness, nausea, and 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.

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

Closed containers may rupture violently when heated.

5.3 — Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting

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

6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel

Emergency procedures

Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment.

6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up

Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.

6.4 — Reference to other sections

Reference

Not specified

7.1 — Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling

Handle with gloves and avoid inhalation of dust. Use in a well-ventilated area.

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 incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Keep in the dark. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.

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 appropriate respiratory protection if dust is generated.

9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state

Solid

Colour

White

Odour

Odorless

Odour threshold

Not applicable

pH value

Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)

Not applicable

Melting point

84.5 °C

Freezing point

Not applicable

Boiling point

192.6 °C

Flash point

138 °C (280 °F) - closed cup

Auto-ignition temperature

464 °F (240 °C)

Decomposition temperature

> 200 °C

Flammability (solid, gas)

Not flammable under normal conditions

Vapour pressure

0.9 Pa (7X10-3 mm Hg) at 25 °C

Relative vapour density at 20°C

2.45 (Air = 1)

Density

1.122 at 30 °C/4 °C

Solubility

In water, 3.711X10+2 gL at 20 °C; 4.048X10+2 gL at 30 °C

Log Pow

-0.67

Viscosity, kinematic

Not applicable

Viscosity, dynamic

Not applicable

Explosive properties

Not explosive

Oxidising properties

Not oxidizing

Explosive limits

Not applicable

10.1 — Reactivity

Reactivity

Stable under normal conditions; avoid strong oxidizers.

10.2 — Chemical stability

Chemical stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions

The substance polymerizes violently due to heating above 85 °C or under the influence of light and oxidants. It reacts with strong bases and strong oxidants. Decomposes on burning.

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, strong bases.

10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products

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

11.1 — Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity

LD50 Rat oral 124 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse ip 170 mg/kg; LD50 Rat dermal 1.68 ml/kg

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

Germ cell mutagenicity

H340: May cause genetic defects

Carcinogenicity

H350: May cause cancer

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)

Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)

H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

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

13.1 — Waste treatment methods

Additional Info

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

14.1 — UN number

UN-No. (ADR)

2074

UN-No. (IMDG)

2074

UN-No. (IATA)

2074

UN-No. (ADN)

2074

UN-No. (RID)

2074

14.2 — UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR)

Acrylamide

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)

Acrylamide

Proper Shipping Name (IATA)

Acrylamide

Proper Shipping Name (ADN)

Acrylamide

Proper Shipping Name (RID)

Acrylamide

14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es)

6.1

14.4 — Packing group

Packing group (ADR)

III

Packing group (IMDG)

III

Packing group (IATA)

III

Packing group (ADN)

III

Packing group (RID)

III

14.5 — Environmental hazards

Dangerous for the environment

Not specified

Marine pollutant

Not specified

Other information

No supplementary information available

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

15.1.1 EU-Regulations

Not specified