Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: Acenaphthylene
Catalog Numbers: SC-18791
Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS# 208-96-8
Chemical Name Acenaphthylene
Percent 98%
EINECS/ELINCS 205-917-1
Hazard Symbols: Xn,N,F,T,Xi
Risk Phrases: 22-36/37/38-67-65-50/53-38-11-39/23/24/25-23/24/25
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Potential Health Effects
Eye: Cause eye irritation.
Skin: Cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic: No information found.
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 water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion: Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
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.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
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: Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: White crystalline powder
Color: White
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 280 deg C ( 536.00°F)
Freezing/Melting Point: 78-82 °C(lit.)
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: 122°C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Insoluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.899 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Molecular Formula:C12H8
Molecular Weight: 152.19
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: May occur.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS#: CAS# 208-96-8: AB1254000 AB1254200
CAS# 208-96-8:
LD50/LC50: RTECS:
CAS# 208-96-8: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 1760 mg/kg;
Carcinogenicity: Indole - Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Other Studies: The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Not available
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
Shipping Name: Not regulated
UN Number: UN 1145 3
Packing Group: PG 2
WGK Germany: 3
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Class: Xn,N,F,T,Xi
Risk Phrases:
R11 Highly Flammable
R22 Harmful if swallowed
R39/23/24/25 Toxic: danger of very serious irreversible effects through inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
R50/53 Very Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
R65 Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed
R67 Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness
Safety Phrases:
S7 Keep container tightly closed
S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible)
S60 This material and/or its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste
S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions safety data sheet
S62 If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 208-96-8: 3
Canada
CAS# 208-96-8 is listed on Canada's NDSL List
US Federal
TSCA
CAS# 208-96-8 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
Section 16 - Additional Information
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