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CAS
# 97-65-4 ITACONIC ACID |
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HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
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TRADE NAME : |
Itaconic acid |
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OTHER NAMES : |
Methylenesuccinic Acid |
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U.N. NO. : |
None Allocated |
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DG CLASS : |
None Allocated |
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HAZCHEM : |
None Allocated |
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PACK. GROUP : |
None Allocated |
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POISON SCHEDULE : |
None Allocated |
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USES : |
Production of organic synthetic materials such as
synthetic resins, synthetic fibre, plastic, rubber, surface active agents. |
PHYSICAL
DESCRIPTION/ PROPERTIES
Appearance,
odour : White crystalline solid. Melting Point : 166°C
- 168°C
Boiling
Point : Not
Available
Specific Gravity (20°C) : 1.49 - 1.63
Vapour
Density (air=1) : Not
Available
Vapour Pressure (20 C) : Not Available
Flash
Point (closed cup) : Not
Available Flammability Limits
(%) : Not Available
Solubility
in water : 8.3 -
9.5%
OTHER
PROPERTIES
Solubility : Soluble
in methanol and alcohol. Moderately soluble in acetic acid. Slightly soluble in
organic solvents. Very slightly soluble in benzene, chloroform, ether, carbon
disulfide, petroleum ether.
Stability
and Reactivity : Stable at normal temperatures and pressures. Avoid
heat, flames, sparks and other sources of ignition. Incompatible with oxidising
agents, reducing agents.
INGREDIENTS
Chemical
Name CAS Number Proportion
Itaconic
acid 97-65-4 >99.5%
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HEALTH EFFECTS
No
adverse health effects expected if the product is handled in accordance with
this Safety Data Sheet. Symptoms that may arise if the product is mishandled
are:
ACUTE
EFFECTS -
SWALLOWED:
The chemical, physical or toxicological properties of this material have not
been thoroughly investigated. May be harmful by ingestion.
EYE: Causes
eye irritation.
SKIN: Causes
skin irritation.
INHALED: Causes
irritation to mucous membrane and upper respiratory tract.
CHRONIC
EFFECTS
No
information available.
FIRST
AID
SWALLOWED: Rinse
mouth with water, give water to drink. Seek medical attention immediately.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
EYE:
Immediately irrigate with copious quantities of water for at least 15 minutes.
Eyelids to be held open. Seek medical attention immediately.
SKIN: Wash
contaminated skin with plenty of soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing
and wash before re-use. If irritation persists seek medical attention
immediately.
INHALED: Remove
victim from exposure - avoid becoming a casualty. Remove contaminated clothing
and loosen remaining clothing. Allow patient to assume most comfortable
position and keep warm. Keep at rest until fully recovered. If effects persist
seek medical attention immediately.
ADVICE
TO DOCTOR
Treat
symptomatically.
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EXPOSURE
STANDARDS
No
value assigned for this specific material by the National Occupational Health
& Safety Commission
ENGINEERING
CONTROLS
Use
in area with adequate ventilation. Local exhaust ventilation may be required in
dusty environment. Ventilation equipment should be explosion resistant if
explosive concentrations of material are present. Keep containers closed when
not in use.
PERSONAL
PROTECTION
Avoid
skin and eye contact and inhalation of dust. Wear overalls, chemical safety
glasses or goggles and impervious gloves. Respiratory protection is required in
a dusty environment. Use approved dust/mist respirator or an air-purifying
respirator with a high efficiency particulate filter. Use with adequate
ventilation. Always wash hands before smoking, eating, drinking or using the
toilet.
FLAMMABILITY
Not
flammable material. Dust at sufficient concentration can cause an explosion hazard.
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STORAGE
AND TRANSPORT
Store
in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Store in a well ventilated area.
Store away from oxidizing agents, incompatible materials & foodstuffs. Keep
containers closed when not in use.
Wash
hands thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Do not
breathe dust.
SPILLS
Isolate
the spillage area. Increase ventilation. Wear protective equipment to prevent
skin and eye contamination and inhalation of dust. Sweep up but avoid
generating dust. Collect and seal in properly labelled drums for disposal. If
contamination of sewers or waterways has occurred advise the local emergency
services.
DISPOSAL
Refer
to State Land Waste Management Authority.
FIRE/EXPLOSION
HAZARDS
On
burning will emit toxic fumes. Fire fighters to wear protective clothing and
self-contained breathing apparatus if risk of exposure to products of
combustion.
EXTINGUISHING
MEDIA: Water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder.
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ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT
No
information available.
TOXICITY
No
information available.
Hazard
Category: Irritant
RISK
PHRASES
R36/37/38
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
SAFETY
PHRASES
S26
In case of contact with eyes rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S36
Wear suitable protective clothing.
S46
If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
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Prepared by: BLULUX LABORATORIES (P) LTD
For questions contact: Blulux
Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
79/66-B, I.H.I.Complex, Industrial Area, N.I.T. Faridabad,
Haryana-121001
TEL:
:++91-129-5021360, 2444433, 2237762
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The statements contained herein
are offered for informational purposes only and are based upon technical data
that Blulux Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. believes to be accurate. It is
intended for use only by persons having the necessary technical skills and at
their own discretion and risk. Since conditions and manner of use are outside
our control, we make NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS OR OTHERWISE.
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