Diethyl Carbonate For Synthesis MSDS
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Diethyl Carbonate For Synthesis
Catalog Codes: SLD2551
CAS#: 105-58-8
RTECS: FF9800000
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Diethyl Carbonate
CI#: Not available.
Synonym: DEC; Ethyl Carbonate; Ethoxyformic anhydride
Chemical Name: Carbonic Acid, Diethyl Ester
Chemical Formula: C5-H10-O3
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Diethyl Carbonate 105-58-8 100
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Diethyl Carbonate LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation (lung irritant). Slightly hazardous
in case of skin contact (permeator), of ingestion.
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. 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. 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 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: 445°C (833°F)
Flash Points: CLOSED CUP: 25°C (77°F).
Flammable Limits: Not available.
Products of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Highly flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.
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.
Slightly explosive in presence of heat.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
Flammable liquid, insoluble in water.
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use 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: May form explosive mixtures with air.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill: Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal.
Large Spill:
Flammable liquid, insoluble in water.
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 get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Prevent
entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions:
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not
breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear
suitable respiratory equipment. If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and show the label when possible. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acids,
alkalis.
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: Not available.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Liquid.
Odor: Pleasant ethereal. Mild
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 118.14 g/mole
Color: Colorless. Clear
pH (1% soln/water): Not applicable.
Boiling Point: 126°C (258.8°F)
Melting Point: -43°C (-45.4°F)
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 0.9752 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: 1.4 kPa (@ 25°C)
Vapor Density: 4.07 (Air = 1)
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water, diethyl ether.
Solubility:
Soluble in diethyl ether.
Insoluble in cold water, hot water.
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: 4.07°C (39.3°F)
Conditions of Instability: Heat, ignition sources, incompatible materials, water/moisture
Incompatibility with various substances:
Reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acids, alkalis.
Slightly reactive to reactive with moisture.
Corrosivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals:
LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation (lung irritant).
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator), of ingestion.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals:
Lowest Published Lethal Dose/Conc:
LDL [Rat] - Route - Oral; Dose: 15000 mg/kg
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans:
May cause birth defects (teratogenic) based on animal test data.
May cause cancer based on animal test data
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Acute Potential Health Effects:
Skin: Causes skin irritation.
Eyes: Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
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 product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
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: : Diethyl Carbonate UNNA: 2366 PG: III
Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations:
Pennsylvania RTK: Diethyl Carbonate
Massachusetts RTK: Diethyl Carbonate
Massachusetts spill list: Diethyl Carbonate
New Jersey: Diethyl Carbonate
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Diethyl Carbonate
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 B-6: Reactive and very flammable material.
DSCL (EEC):
R10- Flammable.
R36/37/38- Irritating to eyes,
respiratory system and skin.
S16- Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S24/25- Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S33- Take precautionary measures against
static discharges.
S36/37/39- Wear suitable protective clothing,
gloves and eye/face protection.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 3
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: h
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 1
Flammability: 3
Reactivity: 1
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: 10/09/2005 05:08 PM
Last Updated: 10/09/2005 05:08 PM