2-Methyl Pyridine (Picoline) MSDS

2-Methyl Pyridine (Picoline) MSDS

 

Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification

Product Name: 2-Methyl Pyridine (Picoline)

Catalog Codes: SLP2989

CAS#: 109-06-8

RTECS: TJ4900000

TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: 2-Methyl Pyridine (Picoline)

CI#: Not available.

Synonym: 2-Methylpyridine

Chemical Name: 2-Picoline

Chemical Formula: C6-H7-N

 

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients

Composition:

Name CAS # % by Weight

{2-}Picoline 109-06-8 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: 2-Picoline: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 790 mg/kg [Rat]. 674 mg/kg [Mouse]. DERMAL (LD50):

Acute: 410 ul/kg [Rabbit].

 

Section 3: Hazards Identification

Potential Acute Health Effects:

Hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly

hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant).

Potential Chronic Health Effects:

CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.

MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.

TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.

DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.

Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.

 

Section 4: First Aid Measures

Eye Contact:

Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at

least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.

Skin Contact:

In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove

contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes

before reuse. Get medical attention.

Serious Skin Contact:

Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate

medical attention.

Inhalation:

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get

medical attention.

Serious Inhalation:

Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or

waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth

resuscitation. Seek medical attention.

Ingestion:

Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an

unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight

clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Serious Ingestion: Not available.

 

Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data

Flammability of the Product: Flammable.

Auto-Ignition Temperature: 538°C (1000.4°F)

Flash Points: OPEN CUP: 38.889°C (102°F).

Flammable Limits: Not available.

Products of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).

Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:

Flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.

Non-flammable in presence of shocks.

Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:

Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.

Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.

Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:

Flammable liquid, soluble or dispersed in water.

SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.

LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam, water spray or fog. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to prevent

pressure build-up, autoignition or explosion.

Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.

Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards:

ADDITION OF 30% PEROXIDE & SULFURIC ACID TO 2-METHYLPYRIDINE & IRON(II)

SULFATE CAUSED SUDDEN EXOTHERM, FOLLOWED BY VAPOR PHASE EXPLOSION & IGNITION.

 

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Small Spill:

Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal

container.

Large Spill:

Flammable liquid.

Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth,

sand or other non-combustible material. Do not touch spilled material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or

confined areas; dike if needed. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV.

Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.

 

Section 7: Handling and Storage

Precautions:

Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not

ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of insufficient

ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the

container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents.

Storage:

Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly

closed and sealed until ready for use. Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame).

 

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls:

Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their

respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the

work-station location.

Personal Protection:

Splash goggles. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.

Gloves.

Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:

Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be

used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist

BEFORE handling this product.

Exposure Limits:

TWA: 7.6 STEL: 19 (mg/m3) from AIHA [United States]

TWA: 2 STEL: 5 (ppm) from AIHA [United States]

Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.

 

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state and appearance: Liquid.

Odor: Unpleasant (Strong.)

Taste: Not available.

Molecular Weight: 93.13 g/mole

Color: Colorless.

pH (1% soln/water): Not available.

Boiling Point: 128.5°C (263.3°F)

Melting Point: -70°C (-94°F)

Critical Temperature: Not available.

Specific Gravity: 0.943 (Water = 1)

Vapor Pressure: 1.5 kPa (@ 25°C)

Vapor Density: 3.2 (Air = 1)

Volatility: Not available.

Odor Threshold: Not available.

Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: The product is more soluble in oil; log(oil/water) = 1.1

Ionicity (in Water): Not available.

Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water, diethyl ether, acetone.

Solubility:

Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.

Soluble in diethyl ether, acetone.

Miscible with alcohol

 

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data

Stability: The product is stable.

Instability Temperature: Not available.

Conditions of Instability: Excess heat, ignition sources (flames, sparks), incompatible materials

Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents.

Corrosivity: Not available.

Special Remarks on Reactivity: Incompatible with Hydrogen Peroxide, iron (II) sulfate, sulfuric acid.

Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.

Polymerization: Will not occur.

 

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation.

Toxicity to Animals:

Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 674 mg/kg [Mouse].

Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 410 mg/kg [Rabbit].

Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.

Other Toxic Effects on Humans:

Hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation.

Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant).

Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.

Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: May affect genetic material (mutagenic)

Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:

Acute Potential Health Effects:

Skin: Causes skin irritation. May be absorbed through skin. It may be harmful if absorbed through skin.

Eyes: Causes eye irritation.

Inhalation: Causes irritation of the respiratory tract and mucous membranes. Inhalation of vapors may affect

behavior/central nervous system (dizziness, giddiness), cardiovascular system( flushing of face, increase in heart

rate), respiration (increase in respiration rate), and may cause suffocation, nausea, and vomiting.

Ingestion: May cause digestive tract irritation with diarrhea. May affect behavior/central nervous system (ataxia,

weakness, somnolence, convulsions, excitement), and metabolism (weigjt loss).

Chronic Potential Health Effects:

Ingestion: Prolonged or repeated ingestion may affect blood (change in clotting factors, changes in cell count,

thromobocytopenia)

 

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Not available.

BOD5 and COD: Not available.

Products of Biodegradation:

Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may

arise.

Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.

Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.

 

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal:

Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental

control regulations.

 

Section 14: Transport Information

DOT Classification: CLASS 3: Flammable liquid.

Identification: : Picolines UNNA: 2313 PG: III

Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.

 

Section 15: Other Regulatory Information

Federal and State Regulations:

Connecticut hazardous material survey.: 2-Picoline

Illinois chemical safety act: 2-Picoline

New York release reporting list: 2-Picoline

Pennsylvania RTK: 2-Picoline

Massachusetts RTK: 2-Picoline

Massachusetts spill list: 2-Picoline

New Jersey: 2-Picoline

New Jersey spill list: 2-Picoline

Louisiana spill reporting: 2-Picoline

TSCA 8(b) inventory: 2-Picoline

TSCA 4(a) proposed test rules: 2-Picoline

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TSCA 8(a) IUR: 2-Picoline

TSCA 8(d) H and S data reporting: 2-Picoline: effective: 9/10/84; sunset: 9/10/94

SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: 2-Picoline

CERCLA: Hazardous substances.: 2-Picoline: 5000 lbs. (2268 kg)

Other Regulations:

OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.

Other Classifications:

WHMIS (Canada):

CLASS B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8°C (100°F).

CLASS D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC).

DSCL (EEC):

R10- Flammable.

R21/22- Harmful in contact with skin

and if swallowed.

R36- Irritating to eyes.

S2- Keep out of the reach of children.

S36/37- Wear suitable protective clothing and

gloves.

S46- If swallowed, seek medical advice

immediately and show this container or label.

HMIS (U.S.A.):

Health Hazard: 2

Fire Hazard: 2

Reactivity: 0

Personal Protection: h

National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):

Health: 2

Flammability: 2

Reactivity: 0

Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:

Gloves.

Lab coat.

Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an

approved/certified respirator or

equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator

when ventilation is inadequate.

Splash goggles.

 

Section 16: Other Information

References: Not available.

Other Special Considerations: Not available.

Created: 10/10/2005 11:27 AM

Last Updated: 11/06/2008 12:00 PM