Material Safety Data Sheet
2-Phenyl-malononitrile

Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: 2-Phenyl-malononitrile
Catalog Numbers: SC-19632

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients 
CAS#3041-40-5
Chemical Name:2-Phenyl-malononitrile 
Percent  95%
EINECS/ELINCS: Not available

Section 3 - Hazards Identification 
3.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4)
Skin irritation (Category 2)
Eye irritation (Category 2)
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3)
Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
3.2 Label elements
Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]
Pictogram 
Signal word: Warning
Hazard statement(s)
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statement(s)
P261 Avoid breathing dust.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Supplemental Hazard Statements None
According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended
Hazard symbol(s) 
R-phrase(s)
R22 Harmful if swallowed.
R36/37/38  Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
S-phrase(s)
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
3.3 Other hazards None

Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Get medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water 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.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures 
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus 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.
Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into suitable disposalcontainer. Avoid generating dusty conditions.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage 
Handling: Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist or gas. Avoid contact with eyes, skin.
Storage: Storage temperature: 2 - 4 °C and 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 safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear chemical safety goggles.
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Wear appropriate respirators where necessary.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties 
Physical State: Crystalline
Color: White
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 261.169 °C at 760 mmHg
Melting point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: Not available
Explosion Limits:  Not available.
Explosion Limits: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Water Solubility: Slightly soluble
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: C9H6N2
Molecular Weight: 142.16

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity 
Chemical Stability: This product is relatively unstable under normal temperature.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous combustion or Decomposition products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides

Section 11 - Toxicological Information
May be toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Carcinogenicity:
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Other Studies: The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.

Section 12 - Ecological Information 
12.1 Toxicity: no data available
12.2 Persistence and degradability: no data available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential: no data available
12.4 Mobility in soil: no data available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
12.6 Other adverse effects: no data available

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations 
Product: Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this
material.
Contaminated packaging: Dispose of as unused product.

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 
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture:
Not available.
Chemical Safety Assessment:
Not available.
           
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.