Material Safety Data Sheet
2-(Chloromethyl)pyrimidine
 
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: 2-(Chloromethyl)pyrimidine
Catalog Numbers: SC-21832

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients 
CAS# 54198-88-8
Chemical Name: 2-(Chloromethyl)pyrimidine
Percent  95%min
EINECS/ELINCS:
Hazard Symbols: Not available
Risk Phrases: Not available
 
Section 3 - Hazards Identification 
3.1Classification of the substance or mixture
Not a dangerous substance according to GHS. This substance is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
3.2 Label elements: The product does not need to be labelled in accordance with EC directives or respective national laws.
3.3 Other hazards - none

Section 4 - First Aid Measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
If inhaled: If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
In case of skin contact: Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
In case of eye contact: Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed: no data available 

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures 
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx)
5.3 Precautions for fire-fighters: Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
5.4 Further information: no data available

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures 
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas.
6.2 Environmental precautions: Do not let product enter drains.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
6.4 Reference to other sections: For disposal see section 13.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage 
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Recommended storage temperature: 2 - 8 °C
Store under inert gas. Moisture sensitive.
7.3 Specific end uses: no data available 

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection 
8.1 Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
8.2 Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls: General industrial hygiene practice.

Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection: 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. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Body Protection: Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous substances, and to the specific work-place., The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection: Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance levels of dusts are desired, use type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) dust masks. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties 
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form: Powder        Colour: Oranger to Brown-yellow
b) Odour: no data available
c) Odour Threshold: no data available
d) pH: no data available
e) Melting/freezing point Melting point/range: No data available
f) Initial boiling point and boiling range: no data available
g) Flash point: No data available
h) Evaporation rate: no data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas): no data available
j) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: no data available
k) Vapour pressure: no data available
l) Vapour density: no data available
m) Relative density: no data available
n) Water solubility: no data available
o) Partition coefficient: noctanol/water: no data available
p) Autoignition temperature: no data available
q) Decomposition temperature: no data available
r) Viscosity no data available
s) Explosive properties no data available
t) Oxidizing properties no data available
u)MF:C5H5ClN2
v)MW:128.56
9.2 Other safety information: no data available

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity 
10.1 Reactivity: no data available
10.2 Chemical stability: no data available
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions: no data available
10.4 Conditions to avoid: no data available
10.5 Incompatible materials: Strong oxidizing agents, Strong bases
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Other decomposition products - no data available

Section 11 - Toxicological Information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity: no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation: no data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation: no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization: no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity: no data available
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.
Reproductive toxicity: no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure: no data available
Aspiration hazard: no data available
Potential health effects
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
Skin: May be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation.
Eyes: May cause eye irritation.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
Additional Information
RTECS: Not available

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: no data available
12.6 Other adverse effects: no data available

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations 
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product: 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: -                                                              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 users: no data available

Section 15 - Regulatory Information 
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture: no data available
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment: no data 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.