Ethyl acrylate For Synthesis MSDS
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Ethyl acrylate For Synthesis
Catalog Codes: SLE1105
CAS#: 140-88-5
RTECS: AT0700000
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Ethyl acrylate
CI#: Not available.
Synonym:
Chemical Formula: C5H8O2
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Ethyl acrylate 140-88-5 100
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Ethyl acrylate: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 800 mg/kg [Rat]. VAPOR (LC50): Acute: 1414 ppm
4 hour(s) [Rat].
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung irritant).
Hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator). Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive).
Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Skin inflammation is characterized by
itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified + (PROVEN) by NIOSH. Classified A2 (Suspected for human.) by
ACGIH, 2 (Reasonably anticipated.) by NTP.
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. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,
keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact:
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin
with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin.
Cold water may be used. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
Serious Skin Contact:
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate
medical attention.
Inhalation: Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate 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. WARNING: It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation
when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a possible
indication that the toxic material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive. Loosen
tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: Flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: 355°C (671°F)
Flash Points: CLOSED CUP: -2°C (28.4°F). OPEN CUP: 9°C (48.2°F).
Flammable Limits: LOWER: 1.4% UPPER: 13%
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.
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.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
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. Eliminate all ignition sources. 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 locked up Keep container dry. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep away from
direct sunlight or strong incandescent light. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not
breathe gas/fumes/ vapour/spray. Never add water to this product Avoid shock and friction. 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
Storage:
Flammable materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room. Keep away from heat. Keep
away from sources of ignition. Keep container tightly closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place. Ground all
equipment containing material. A refrigerated room would be preferable for materials with a flash point lower than
37.8°C (100°F).
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: 25 (ppm)
TWA: 100 (mg/m3)Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Liquid.
Odor: Penetrating Lachrymator (Strong.)
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 100.12 g/mole
Color: Colorless to light yellow.
pH (1% soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: 99.4°C (210.9°F)
Melting Point: -72°C (-97.6°F)
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 0.923 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: 29.3 mm of Hg (@ 20°C)
Vapor Density: 3.45 (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.
Solubility: Partially soluble in cold water.
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Not available.
Incompatibility with various substances:
The product may undergo hazardous decomposition, condensation or polymerization, it may react violently with
water to emit toxic gases or it may become self-reactive under conditions of shock or increase in temperature or
pressure.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: May undergo autopolymerization.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: No.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals:
WARNING: THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A 4-HOUR EXPOSURE.
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 800 mg/kg [Rat].
Acute toxicity of the vapor (LC50): 1414 ppm 4 hour(s) [Rat].
Chronic Effects on Humans:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified + (PROVEN) by NIOSH. Classified A2 (Suspected for human.) by
ACGIH, 2 (Reasonably anticipated.) by NTP.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung irritant).
Hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator).
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive).
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.
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 as toxic as the original product.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal:
Section 14: Transport Information
DOT Classification:
Class 3: Flammable liquid.
Marine pollutant
Identification: : Ethyl Acrylate : UN1917 PG: II
Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations:
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute: Ethyl
acrylate
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: Ethyl acrylate
Rhode Island RTK hazardous substances: Ethyl acrylate
Pennsylvania RTK: Ethyl acrylate
Florida: Ethyl acrylate
Minnesota: Ethyl acrylate
Massachusetts RTK: Ethyl acrylate
New Jersey: Ethyl acrylate
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Ethyl acrylate
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: Ethyl acrylate
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-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
CLASS F: Dangerously reactive material.
DSCL (EEC):
R11- Highly flammable.
R20/22- Harmful by inhalation and if
swallowed.
R37/38- Irritating to respiratory system
and skin.
R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R45- May cause cancer.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 3
Reactivity: 2
Personal Protection: h
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 2
Flammability: 3
Reactivity: 2
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 05:28 PM
Last Updated: 11/06/2008 12:00 PM