| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2851 |
| Health: | 2 |
| Flammability | 3 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Tetrahydrofuran (Stabilized) Laboratory Grade |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | C”H˜O |
| RTECS: | LU5950000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 109-99-9 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Tetrahydrofuran (Stabilized) | CAS# 109-99-9 | 100 | V/V | OSHA TWA 200 ppm (590 mg/mƒ) |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Keep away from heat and ignition sources. May be 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 |
Keep away from heat and ignition sources. May be 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: SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention
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 ocur 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: | Vapors may form explosive mixture with air. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear protective equipment. Clean up in a manner that doen't disperse dust.
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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: | -108°C | Specific Gravity | 0.88
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| Boiling Point: | 66°C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 100 |
| Vapor Pressure: | 114 |
Evaporation Rate: | 14.5 |
| Vapor Density: |
2.5 |
Evaporation Standard: |
Butylacetate =1 |
| Solubility in Water: |
Miscible |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
610° F |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Colorless liquid, ether-like odor |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
1.8 |
| Flash Point: |
-14° C |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
11.8 |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with heat, sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition. |
Materials to Avoid:
Oxidizing materials, bases |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide. |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Effects of overexposure, Acute: Irritating to eyes and skin. May cause redness and pain. Inhalation may cause irritation of the nose and throat, dizziness and headache. Irritating to mucous membranes. Ingestion may cause sore throat and abdominal pain. Chronic:No information found. Conditions aggravated: persons with pre-exisiting eye, skin and respiratory conditions may be more susceptible. Target organs: Liver and kidneys |
| DOT Classification: Tetrahydrofuran, 3, UN2056, PGII |
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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