Name:
Vinyl bromide 98% stabilized with ca 200 ppm hydroquinonemonomethyl
Synonym:
Bromoethylen
CAS:
593-60-2
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Vinyl bromide 98% stabilized with ca 200 ppm hydroquinonemonomethyl
Synonym:Bromoethylen
Synonym:Bromoethylen
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 593-60-2 | Vinyl bromide, 98%, stab. with 300-500 | 209-800-6 |
| Hazard Symbols: T F+ Risk Phrases: 12 45 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Extremely flammable. May cause cancer.Cancer suspect agent.
Potential Health Effects
The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated. Use appropriate procedures to prevent opportunities for direct contact with the skin or eyes and to prevent inhalation.
Extremely flammable. May cause cancer.Cancer suspect agent.
Potential Health Effects
The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated. Use appropriate procedures to prevent opportunities for direct contact with the skin or eyes and to prevent inhalation.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids.
Skin:
Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately.
Notes to Physician:
Skin:
Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately.
Notes to Physician:
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Not available.
Storage:
Refrigerator/flammables.
Not available.
Storage:
Refrigerator/flammables.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits CAS# 593-60-2: Belgium - TWA: 5 ppm VLE; 22 mg/m3 VLE Malaysia: 0.5 ppm TWA; 22 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 0.003 ppm MAC; 0.012 mg/m3 MAC Spain: 0.5 ppm VLA-ED; 2.2 mg/m3 VLA-ED Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Not available.
Respirators:
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits CAS# 593-60-2: Belgium - TWA: 5 ppm VLE; 22 mg/m3 VLE Malaysia: 0.5 ppm TWA; 22 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 0.003 ppm MAC; 0.012 mg/m3 MAC Spain: 0.5 ppm VLA-ED; 2.2 mg/m3 VLA-ED Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Not available.
Respirators:
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Not available.
Color: clear, colorless
Odor: None reported.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 1200 hPa @ 20 C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 16 deg C @ 750.00mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point: - 139.00 - - 0.00 deg
Autoignition Temperature: 530 deg C ( 986.00 deg F)
Flash Point: 5 deg C ( 41.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 5.60 vol %
Explosion Limits, upper: 13.50 vol %
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: insoluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.5170g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C2H3Br
Molecular Weight: 106.95
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Not available.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents - peroxides - copper, copper alloys - plastics.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Not available.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents - peroxides - copper, copper alloys - plastics.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 593-60-2: KU8400000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 593-60-2: Oral, rat: LD50 = 500 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Vinyl bromide, 98%, stab. with 300-500 ppm hydroquinone monomethyl ether - ACGIH: A2 - Suspected Human Carcinogen California: carcinogen, initial date 10/1/88 NTP: Suspect carcinogen IARC: Group 2A carcinogen Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 593-60-2: KU8400000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 593-60-2: Oral, rat: LD50 = 500 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Vinyl bromide, 98%, stab. with 300-500 ppm hydroquinone monomethyl ether - ACGIH: A2 - Suspected Human Carcinogen California: carcinogen, initial date 10/1/88 NTP: Suspect carcinogen IARC: Group 2A carcinogen Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Shipping Name: VINYL BROMIDE, INHIBITED
Hazard Class: 2.1
UN Number: 1085
Packing Group:
IMO
Shipping Name: VINYL BROMIDE, INHIBITED
Hazard Class: 2
UN Number: 1085
Packing Group:
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: VINYL BROMIDE, INHIBITED
Hazard Class: 2
UN Number: 1085
Packing group: III
USA RQ: CAS# 593-60-2: 100 lb final RQ; 45.4 kg final RQ
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T F+
Risk Phrases:
R 45 May cause cancer.
R 12 Extremely flammable.
Safety Phrases:
S 53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions
before use.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 593-60-2: No information available.
Canada
CAS# 593-60-2 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 593-60-2 is listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 593-60-2 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
