METHYL ACETATE For Synthesis |
| Synonyms : Acetic acid methyl ester |
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking |
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1.1 Product identifier |
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| Chemical Name : | METHYL ACETATE (for synthesis) | ||
| Catalogue No. : | AL3010 | Product form : | Substance |
| CAS Number : | 79-20-9 | EC Number : | 201-185-2 |
| Grade : | EC Index Number : | 607-021-00-X | |
| Chemical Formula : | C3H6O2 | HSN Code : | 29153940 |
| Synonyms : | Acetic acid methyl ester | ||
| Chemical Structure : |
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1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against |
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| Use of the substance/mixture : | Industrial For professional use only | ||
| Uses advised against : | No additional information available | ||
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet |
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| Company identification : | Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane, Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053 Maharashtra, India. |
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1.4 Emergency Contact Details |
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| Phone / e-Mail : | Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in |
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SECTION 2: Hazards identification |
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2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture |
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| Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] | |
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Flammable liquids, Category 2 H225 Acute toxicity (inhal.), Category 4 H332 Serious eye damage/eye irritation, Category 2 H319 Specific target organ toxicity Single exposure, Category 3, H336 Narcosis Full text of H statements : see section 16 |
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| Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC | |
| F; R11 Xi; R36 R66 R67 Full text of R-phrases: see section 16 |
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| Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects | |
| No additional information available | |
2.2 Label elements |
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| Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] | |
| Hazard pictograms (CLP) : |
 GHS02
 GHS07
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| Signal word (CLP) : | Danger |
| Hazard statements (CLP) : | H225 - Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H319 - Causes serious eye irritation. H332 - Harmful if inhaled. H336 - May cause drowsiness or dizziness. |
| Precautionary statements (CLP) : | P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P305+P351+P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. |
2.3 Other hazards |
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| Other hazards : | No additional information available |
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients |
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3.1. Substance |
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| Name : | METHYL ACETATE FOR SYNTHESIS | ||
| CAS No. : | 79-20-9 | ||
| EC Index No. : | 607-021-00-X | ||
| EC No. : | 201-185-2 | ||
| Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16 | |||
3.2. Mixture |
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| Not applicable | |||
SECTION 4: First aid measures |
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4.1 Description of first aid measures |
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| First-aid measures after inhalation : | Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. |
| First-aid measures after skin contact : | Rinse skin with water/shower. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. |
| First-aid measures after eye contact : | Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. |
| First-aid measures after ingestion : | Rinse mouth out with water. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice. |
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed |
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| Symptoms relating to use : | Symptoms/effects after inhalation : May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Causes serious eye irritation. |
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed |
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| General information : | Treat symptomatically. |
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures |
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5.1 Extinguishing media |
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| Suitable extinguishing media : | dry chemical powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide (CO2). |
| Unsuitable extinguishing media : | Do not use a heavy water stream. |
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture |
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| Fire hazard : | Highly flammable liquid and vapour. |
| Explosion hazard : | May form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture. |
5.3 Advice for firefighters |
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| Protection during firefighting : | Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. |
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures |
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6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures |
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| General measures : | Remove ignition sources. Use special care to avoid static electric charges. No open flames. No smoking. |
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel |
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| Emergency procedures : | Evacuate unnecessary personnel. |
6.1.2. For emergency responders |
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| Protective equipment | Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray |
| Emergency procedures | Ventilate area. |
6.2 Environmental precautions |
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| Avoid release to the environment. | |
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up |
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| Methods for cleaning up : | Collect spillage. On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers. Soak up spills with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as possible. |
6.4 Reference to other sections |
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| Reference : | No additional information available |
SECTION 7: Handling and storage |
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7.1 Precautions for safe handling |
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| Additional hazards when processed : | Handle empty containers with care because residual vapours are flammable. |
| Precautions for safe handling : | No open flames. No smoking. Use only non-sparking tools. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
| Hygiene measures : | Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling. |
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities |
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| Technical measures : | Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be followed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. |
| Storage conditions : | Keep in fireproof place. Keep container tightly closed. |
7.3 Specific end use(s) |
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| No additional information available | |
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection |
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8.1 Control parameters |
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| No additional information available | |
8.2 Exposure controls |
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| Hand protection : | protective gloves |
| Eye protection : | Chemical goggles or safety glasses |
| Skin and body protection : | Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant clothing. |
| Respiratory protection : | Where exposure through inhalation may occur from use, respiratory protection equipment is recommended |
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties |
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9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties |
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| Physical state : | Liquid |
| Molecular mass : | 74.08 g/mol |
| Colour : | Clear Colorless. |
| Odour : | pleasant, fruity odor. |
| Odour threshold : | No data available |
| pH value : | No data available |
| Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : | No data available |
| Melting point : | -98 °C |
| Freezing point : | No data available |
| Boiling point : | 57 - 58 |
| Flash point : | -13 °C |
| Auto-ignition temperature : | 4540 °C |
| Decomposition temperature : | No data available |
| Flammability (solid, gas) : | flammable Highly flammable liquid and vapour. |
| Vapour pressure : | 217 hPa at 20 °C |
| Relative vapour density at 20°C : | 2.8 |
| Density : | 0.9342 g/cm3 |
| Solubility : | Water: 32 g/100ml @ 20°C |
| Log Pow : | 0.18 |
| Viscosity, kinematic : | No data available |
| Viscosity, dynamic : | No data available |
| Explosive properties : | No data available |
| Oxidising properties : | No data available |
| Explosive limits : | 0.03 - 0.16 vol % |
9.2 Other information |
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| No additional information available | |
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity |
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10.1 Reactivity |
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| No additional information available | |
10.2 Chemical stability |
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| Highly flammable liquid and vapour. May form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture. | |
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions |
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| No additional information available | |
10.4 Conditions to avoid |
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| Open flame. Direct sunlight. | |
10.5 Incompatible materials |
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| No additional information available | |
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products |
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| May release flammable gases. |
SECTION 11: Toxicological information |
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11.1 Information on toxicological effects |
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| Acute toxicity : | Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled. |
| Skin corrosion/irritation : | Not classified |
| Additional information : | Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. |
| Serious eye damage/irritation : | Causes serious eye irritation. |
| Respiratory or skin sensitisation : | Not classified |
| Germ cell mutagenicity : | Not classified |
| Carcinogenicity : | Not classified |
| STOT-single exposure : | May cause drowsiness or dizziness. |
| STOT-repeated exposure : | Not classified |
SECTION 12: Ecological information |
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12.1 Toxicity |
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| Toxicity information : | No additional information available |
12.2 Persistence - degradability |
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| Persistence - degradability : | No additional information available |
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential |
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| Bioaccumulative potential : | METHYL ACETATE FOR SYNTHESIS (79-20-9) Log Pow 0.18 |
12.4 Mobility in soil |
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| Mobility in soil : | No additional information available |
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment |
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| No additional information available | |
12.6 Other adverse effects |
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| Environmental precautions : | No additional information available |
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations |
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13.1 Waste treatment methods |
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| Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : | Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point, in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulation. |
| Additional information : | Handle empty containers with care because residual vapours are flammable. |
SECTION 14: Transport information |
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| In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN | |
14.1. UN number |
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| UN-No. (ADR) : | 1231 |
| UN-No. (IMDG) : | 1231 |
| UN-No. (IATA) : | 1231 |
| UN-No. (ADN) : | 1231 |
| UN-No. (RID) : | 1231 |
14.2. UN proper shipping name |
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| Proper Shipping Name (ADR) : | METHYL ACETATE |
| Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : | METHYL ACETATE |
| Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : | METHYL ACETATE |
| Proper Shipping Name (ADN) : | METHYL ACETATE |
| Proper Shipping Name (RID) : | METHYL ACETATE |
| Transport document description (ADR) : | UN 1231, METHYL ACETATE, 3, II |
| Transport document description (IMDG) : | UN 1231, METHYL ACETATE, 3, II |
| Transport document description (IATA) : | UN 1231, METHYL ACETATE, 3, II |
| Transport document description (ADN) : | UN 1231, METHYL ACETATE, 3, II |
| Transport document description (RID) : | UN 1231, METHYL ACETATE, 3, II |
14.3. Transport hazard class(es) |
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| ADR | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 3 |
| Danger labels : | 3 
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| IMDG | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 3 |
| Danger labels : | 3
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| IATA | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 3 |
| Danger labels : | 3
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| ADN | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 3 |
| Danger labels : | 3
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| RID | |
| Transport hazard class(es) : | 3 |
| Danger labels : | 3
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14.4. Packing group |
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| Packing group (ADR) : | II |
| Packing group (IMDG) : | II |
| Packing group (IATA) : | II |
| Packing group (ADN) : | II |
| Packing group (RID) : | II |
14.5. Environmental hazards |
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| Dangerous for the environment : | No |
| Marine pollutant : | No |
| Other information : | No supplementary information available |
14.6. Special precautions for user |
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| - Overland transport | |
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Classification code (ADR) : F1 Limited quantities (ADR) : 1l Excepted quantities (ADR) : E2 Packing instructions (ADR) : P001, IBC02, R001 Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP19 Portable tank and bulk container instructions (ADR) : T4 Portable tank and bulk container special provisions (ADR) : TP1 Tank code (ADR) : LGBF Vehicle for tank carriage : FL Transport category (ADR) : 2 Special provisions for carriage - Operation (ADR) : S2, S20 Hazard identification number (Kemler No.) : 33 Orange plates : Tunnel restriction code (ADR) : D/E EAC code : •2YE |
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| - Transport by sea | |
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Limited quantities (IMDG) : 1 L Excepted quantities (IMDG) : E2 Packing instructions (IMDG) : P001 IBC packing instructions (IMDG) : IBC02 Tank instructions (IMDG) : T4 Tank special provisions (IMDG) : TP1 EmS-No. (Fire) : F-E EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-D Stowage category (IMDG) : B Flash point (IMDG) : -10°C c.c. MFAG-No : 129 |
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| - Air transport | |
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PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E2 PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Y341 PCA limited quantity max net quantity (IATA) : 1L PCA packing instructions (IATA) : 353 PCA max net quantity (IATA) : 5L CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 364 CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 60L ERG code (IATA) : 3H |
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| - Inland waterway transport | |
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Classification code (ADN) : F1 Limited quantities (ADN) : 1 L Excepted quantities (ADN) : E2 Carriage permitted (ADN) : T Equipment required (ADN) : PP, EX, A Ventilation (ADN) : VE01 Number of blue cones/lights (ADN) : 1 |
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| - Rail transport | |
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Classification code (RID) : F1 Limited quantities (RID) : 1L Excepted quantities (RID) : E2 Packing instructions (RID) : P001, IBC02, R001 Mixed packing provisions (RID) : MP19 Portable tank and bulk container instructions (RID) : T4 Portable tank and bulk container special provisions (RID) : TP1 Tank codes for RID tanks (RID) : LGBF Transport category (RID) : 2 Colis express (express parcels) (RID) : CE7 Hazard identification number (RID) : 33 |
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14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code |
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| Not applicable | |
SECTION 15: Regulatory information |
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15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture |
| 15.1.1 EU-Regulations : |
| No REACH Annex XVII restrictions METHYL ACETATE FOR SYNTHESIS is not on the REACH Candidate List METHYL ACETATE FOR SYNTHESIS is not on the REACH Annex XIV List |
| 15.1.2. National regulations |
| Germany |
| Reference to AwSV : Water hazard class (WGK) 1, low hazard to water (Classification according to AwSV; ID No. 146) 12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV : Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance) |
| Netherlands |
| SZW-lijst van kankerverwekkende stoffen : The substance is not listed SZW-lijst van mutagene stoffen : The substance is not listed NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de voortplanting giftige stoffen- Borstvoeding : The substance is not listed NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de voortplanting giftige stoffen- Vruchtbaarheid : The substance is not listed NIET-limitatieve lijst van voor de voortplanting giftige stoffen- Ontwikkeling : The substance is not listed |
| Denmark |
| Classification remarks : Emergency management guidelines for the storage of flammable liquids must be followed Recommendations Danish Regulation : Young people below the age of 18 years are not allowed to use the product |
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment |
| No additional information available |
SECTION 16: Other Information |
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