| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C1140 |
| Health: | 3 |
| Flammability | 2 |
| Reactivity | 2 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Acetic Anhydride Reagent A.C.S. |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | (CH“CO)’O |
| RTECS: | AK1925000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 108-24-7 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Acetic Anhydride | CAS# 108-24-7 | 100% | V/V | 5 ppm (20 mg/mƒ) OSHA TWA |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Causes severe irritation and burns. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Causes severe irritation and burns. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapor or dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: CALL A PHYSICIAN. SKIN: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Thoroughly clean clothing and shoes before reuse.
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: Give several glasses of milk or water. Vomiting may occur spontaneously, but DO NOT INDUCE! Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol foam |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Use water spray to cool fire exposed containers. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Remove all ignition sources and ventilate area of spill. Wear full protective equipment and NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials. Wash thoroughly after handling. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | -73° C | Specific Gravity | 1.08
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| Boiling Point: | 140° C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 100% |
| Vapor Pressure: | 4 mm Hg @ 20° C |
Evaporation Rate: | 0.46 |
| Vapor Density: |
3.5 |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Soluble |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
390° C |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Clear colorless liquid / strong vinegar odor |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
2.7% |
| Flash Point: |
49° C |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
10.3% |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Heat, ignition sources, becomes unstable as tempurature or pressure risees. |
Materials to Avoid:
strong bases, oxidizable materials |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon oxides, acetic acid fumes |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Conditions aggravated/Target organs: Presons with preexisting skin, eye, or respiratory disorders may be more susceptible. TOXIC! CORROSIVE! Acute: Severe irritation, burns, and pain to skin, eyes, lungs, mucous membranes, and GI tract. Lung damage, delayed burns, sensitization, difficult breathing. Chronic: Dermatitis, eye damage, severe lung damage. |
| DOT Classification: Acetic Anhydride, 8, UN1715, PG II |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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