Material Safety Data Sheet
(R)-(+)-1,2-EPOXYETHYLBENZENE
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: (R)-(+)-1,2-EPOXYETHYLBENZENE
Catalog Numbers: SC-02359
Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS#20780-53-4
Chemical Name: (R)-(+)-1,2-EPOXYETHYLBENZENE
Percent 94%
EINECS/ELINCS: 202-476-7
Hazard Symbols:T
Risk Phrases: 45-21-36
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed.
Potential Health Effects
Eye: Causes serious eye irritation.
Skin: Harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic: No information found.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes:Flush eyes with water as a precaution..
Skin: Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water..
Inhalation: If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
General Information: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. In case of fire use Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas.
Environmental precautions: Do not let product enter drains.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Reference to other sections: For disposal see section 13
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Precautions for safe handling: Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
Conditions for safe storage,Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
Recommended storage temperature: 2 - 8 °C.Store under inert gas.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible.
Skin: Wear safety chemical goggles if splashing is possible.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators: Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: liquid
Color: colourless
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: 4,15 - (Air = 1.0)
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 89 - 90 °C at 31 hPa192 - 195 °C at 1.013 hPa
Freezing/Melting Point: -37 °C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: 175 °F
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.051 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Molecular Formula: C8H8O
Molecular Weight: 120.15
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases..
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid heating above: 200°C Avoid contact with: metal ions. Heat, flames and sparks.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Other decomposition products - no data available
Hazardous Polymerization: has not been reported.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
CAS#20780-53-4:
LD50/LC50: RTECS: CZ9625010
Carcinogenicity:
(R)-(+)-1,2-EPOXYETHYLBENZENE,94%- Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Other Studies: The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.
WGK Germany : 3
PackingGroup :III
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
Shipping Name:
No data available
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases:
R45: May cause cancer
R21: Harmful in contact with skin
R36: Irritating to the eyes
Safety Phrases:
S53: Avoid exposure - obtain special instruction before use
S45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show label where possible)
FLUKA BRAND F CODES
F 10 : Keep under argon
Section 16 - Additional Information
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