Acrylonitrile

1.1 — Product identifier

Chemical Name

Acrylonitrile

Catalogue No.

AL0112

Product form

Substance

CAS Number

107-13-1

EC Number

203-466-5

Grade

AR grade

EC Index Number

607-001-00-0

Chemical Formula

C3H3N

HSN Code

29261000

Synonyms

2-Propenenitrile, Vinyl cyanide

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

Use of the substance/mixture

Used in the synthesis of polymers 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

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 cancer, reproductive toxicity, and is a suspected mutagen.

3.1 — Substance

Name

Acrylonitrile

CAS No.

107-13-1

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.

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.

6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel

Emergency procedures

Evacuate area. Ventilate. Use appropriate protective equipment. Contain spill and absorb with inert material.

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

7.1 — Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling

Use in a fume hood. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves and goggles.

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.

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 appropriate NIOSH-approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded.

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

0.1 ppm

pH value

Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)

>1

Melting point

-83.51 °C

Freezing point

Not applicable

Boiling point

77.2 °C

Flash point

-5 °C (23 °F) - closed cup

Auto-ignition temperature

898 °F (481 °C)

Decomposition temperature

Not available

Flammability (solid, gas)

Highly flammable liquid and vapor

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

0.4 cSt

Viscosity, dynamic

0.32 mPa·s

Explosive properties

Not explosive under normal conditions

Oxidising properties

Not oxidizing

Explosive limits

2.3 - 11.2% (v/v) in air

10.1 — Reactivity

Reactivity

Reacts violently with strong oxidizers, acids, and bases.

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, 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 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)

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)

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

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

15.1.1 EU-Regulations

Not specified