ICSC 1637 - N-METHYLOLACRYLAMIDE

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N-METHYLOLACRYLAMIDE	ICSC: 1637 (November 2023)
N-(Hydroxymethyl)acrylamide N-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-propenamide Monomethylolacrylamide N-Methanolacrylamide

CAS #: 924-42-5

EC Number: 213-103-2

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible.	NO open flames.	Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

AVOID ALL CONTACT!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Sore throat. Cough.	Use local exhaust and breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	See Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance, protective clothing, protective gloves and safety goggles. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER Harmful if swallowed Causes mild skin irritation Causes eye irritation May cause genetic defects May cause cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to peripheral nervous system through prolonged or repeated exposure Toxic to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Cool. Separated from acids. Store only if stabilized. Keep in the dark. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

N-METHYLOLACRYLAMIDE

ICSC: 1637

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE CRYSTALS. Physical dangers Chemical dangers The substance may polymerize due to heating and under the influence of acids. The substance may polymerize under the influence of light. Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides.	Formula: C₄H₇NO₂ Molecular mass: 101.1 Boiling point: 277°C Melting point: 75°C Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 188 (very soluble) Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.03 (negligible) Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -1.81 (calculated) Density (at 25°C): 1.07 g/cm³

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALS.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
The substance may polymerize due to heating and under the influence of acids. The substance may polymerize under the influence of light. Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides.

Formula: C₄H₇NO₂
Molecular mass: 101.1
Boiling point: 277°C
Melting point: 75°C
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 188 (very soluble)
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.03 (negligible)
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -1.81 (calculated)
Density (at 25°C): 1.07 g/cm³

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and skin.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance may have effects on the peripheral nervous system. Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxicity to human reproduction or development. This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans. May cause genetic damage in humans.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and skin.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the peripheral nervous system. Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxicity to human reproduction or development. This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans. May cause genetic damage in humans.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment.

NOTES
Marketed only as aqueous solution. An added stabilizer or inhibitor can influence the toxicological properties of this substance, consult an expert.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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