Material Safety Data Sheet
Thioformamide

 

Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: Thioformamide
Catalog Numbers: SC-15964

 

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS#115-08-2
Chemical Name: Thioformamide
Percent 95%min
EINECS/ELINCS: 204-063-7
Hazard Codes: Not available
Risk Phrases: Not available

 

Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

Potential Health Effects
Eye: May cause eye irritation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic: Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.

 

Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water.
Ingestion: Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively

 

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

 

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Do not let this chemical enter the environment.

 

Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

 

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
Skin: Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
Clothing: Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respirators:Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

 

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Liquid.
Color: Dark red.
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 30.5mmHg at 25°C.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 104.7°C at 760 mmHg.
Freezing/Melting Point:28-29℃.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: 17.1°C.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.

Water Solubility: Not available
Specific Gravity/Density:1.133g/cm3.
Molecular Formula: CH3NS.
Molecular Weight: 61.10622.

 

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Not available
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

 

Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS#: Not available
CAS#115-08-2
LD50/LC50: RTECS: Not available
Carcinogenicity:
Thioformamide ,95%min- Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.Epidemiology: No information found
Other Studies: The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated. See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

 

Section 12 - Ecological Information
Additional ecological information:
General notes: no data available

 

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

 

Section 14 - Transport Information
14.1 UN number
ADR/RID: -      IMDG: -     IATA: -
14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods
IMDG: Not dangerous goods
IATA: Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: -    IMDG: -     IATA: -
14.4 Packaging group
ADR/RID: -    IMDG: -     IATA: -
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no   IMDG Marine pollutant: no    IATA: no
14.6 Special precautions for user
no data available

 

Section 15 - Regulatory Information
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
         Hazard Class:Not available
               Risk Phrases:
                   Not reported
              Safety Phrases:
                  Not reported

 

Section 16 - Additional Information
While the information herein is believed to be reliable, it is furnished without warranty of any kind. It shall be used only as a guide. We assume no liabilities from the use of this product or information contained herein.