ICSC 0091 - ACRYLAMIDE

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ACRYLAMIDE

ICSC: 0091
_{April 2000}

2-Propene amide
Acrylic acid amide
Vinyl amide

CAS No: 79-06-1
RTECS No: AS3325000
UN No: 2074
EC No: 616-003-00-0

C₃H₅NO / CH₂=CHCONH₂
Molecular mass: 71.1

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames.	Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION	Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.	Prevent deposition of dust; closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting.

EXPOSURE		PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID ALL CONTACT!	IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Weakness.	Local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Pain. (Further see Inhalation).	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion	Abdominal pain. Weakness.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	PACKAGING & LABELLING
Consult an expert! Sweep spilled substance into containers. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus.	T Symbol R: 45-46-20/21-25-36/38-43-48/23/24/25-62 S: 53-45 Note: D, E UN Hazard Class: 6.1 UN Pack Group: III	Special material.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61GT2-III NFPA Code: H3; F2; R2	Separated from oxidants. Cool. Keep in the dark. Well closed.

IMPORTANT DATA

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALS.

Chemical dangers
The substance will polymerize violently due to heating above 85°C or under the influence of light and oxidants.

Occupational exposure limits
TLV: 0.03 mg/m³ as TWA; (skin); A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans); (ACGIH 2004).
MAK: H; Carcinogen category: 2; Germ cell mutagen group: 2; (DFG 2004).

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the nervous system, resulting in peripheral nerve damage. This substance is probably carcinogenic to humans. May cause heritable genetic damage in humans.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Melting point: 84.5°C Density: 1.13 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 25°C: 204 Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 1 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.45 Flash point: 138°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 424°C Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -1.65 - -0.67	This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to fish.

NOTES

Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
Do NOT take working clothes home.
Card has been partly updated in October 2004. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, EU classification, Emergency Response.

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