Material Safety Data Sheet
N,N-Dimethylformamide 

Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: N,N-Dimethylformamide 
Catalog Numbers: SC-18318

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients 
CAS#68-12-2
Chemical Name: N,N-Dimethylformamide  
Percent  99%
EINECS/ELINCS: 200-679-5
Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases: 61-20/21-36

Section 3 - Hazards Identification 
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Causes serious eye irritation.Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin.

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: Toxic if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures 
Eyes: In case of eye contact,Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
Skin: In case of skin contact, Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Take victim immediately to hospital. Consult a physician.
Ingestion: If swallowed,Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
Inhalation: If breathed in,move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

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, including any incompatibilities:
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.
Handle and 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: Colorless
Odor: amine-like
pH: 6,7
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 153 °C at 1.013 hPa
Freezing/Melting Point: -61 °C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Water solubility: Not available.

Flash Point: 58 °C - closed cup
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity/Density: 0,948 g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C3H7NO
Molecular Weight: 73.09

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity 
Chemical Stability: no data available.
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid moisture.
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 
RTECS#:LQ2100000
CAS#68-12-2
LD50/LC50: RTECS: LQ2100000
Carcinogenicity:IARC: 3 - Group 3: Not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans (N,N-Dimethylformamide)
N,N-Dimethylformamide ,99%- 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: 1

Section 12 - Ecological Information 
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity to fish:LC50 - Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) - 9.000 - 13.000 mg/l - 96 h
                                LC50 - Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill) - 6.700 - 7.500 mg/l - 96 h
                                 LC50 - Pimephales promelas (fathead minnow) - 10.400 - 10.800 mg/l - 96 h
                                 LC50 - Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout) - 9.800 mg/l - 96 h
                                 LC50 - Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill) - 6.300 mg/l - 96 h
                                 LC50 - Pimephales promelas (fathead minnow) - 10.600 mg/l - 96 h
Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: EC50 - Daphnia magna (Water flea) - 9.600 - 13.100 mg/l - 48 h
                                                                                  EC50 - Daphnia magna (Water flea) - 15.700 mg/l - 48 h
Toxicity to algae: LC50 - Desmodesmus subspicatus (green algae) - > 500 mg/l - 96 h
12.2 Persistence and degradability
Biodegradability Result: > 90 % - Readily biodegradable.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods
Product: Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting as this material is highly flammable. Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.
Contaminated packaging: Dispose of as unused product.

Section 14 - Transport Information 
14.1 UN number
ADR/RID: 2265               IMDG: 2265                    IATA: 2265
14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: N,N-Dimethylformamide       IMDG: N,N-Dimethylformamide        IATA: N,N-Dimethylformamide
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: 3                     IMDG: 3                             IATA: 3
14.4 Packaging group
ADR/RID: III                      IMDG: III                             IATA: III
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/International Regulations
      European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
           Hazard Symbols: T
           Risk Phrases:
                   R61: May cause harm to the unborn child
                   R20/21: Harmful by inhalation and 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)

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.