International Chemical Safety Cards

METHYL ACRYLATE

ICSC: 0625

METHYL ACRYLATE
Acrylic acid, methyl ester
Methyl-2-propenoate
Methyl propenoate
2-Propenoic acid, methyl ester
C₄H₆O₂ / CH₂=CHCOOCH₃
Molecular mass: 86.1
CAS # 96-33-3
RTECS # AT2800000
ICSC # 0625
UN # 1919 (Methyl acrylate, inhibited)
EC # 607-034-00-0

TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Highly flammable.	NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.	Powder, AFFF, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION	Vapour/air mixtures are explosive.	Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling.	In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

EXPOSURE		STRICT HYGIENE!
INHALATION	Cough. Headache. Nausea. Shortness of breath. Sore throat.	Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. 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	Pain. Severe deep burns.	Safety goggles, or 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 (further see Inhalation).	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

STORAGE

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Do NOT wash away into sewer (extra personal protection: chemical suit with self-contained breathing apparatus).

Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. Cooled. Keep in the dark. Well closed. Store only if stabilized.

Unbreakable packaging; put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container.
F symbol
Xn symbol
R: 11-20/22-36/37/38
S: (2-)9-16-33
Note: D
UN Hazard Class: 3
UN Packing Group: II

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ICSC: 0625

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International Chemical Safety Cards

METHYL ACRYLATE

ICSC: 0625

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS LIQUID , WITH PUNGENT ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:
The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible.

CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance will polymerize easily under the influence of heat, light and peroxides. Reacts violently with strong oxidants, causing fire and explosion hazard.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV: 10 ppm; 35 mg/m³ (Intended changes: 2 ppm (A4); 7 mg/m³ (A4) (skin) (ACGIH 1995-1996).

ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
Tear drawing. The vapour irritates the eyes and the respiratory tract. The substance irritates the skin.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

Boiling point: 80.5°C
Melting point: -76.5°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.95
Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20°C: 6
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 9.1
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.0

Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.18 (calc.)
Flash point: -2.8°C o.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 468°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.8-25
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.8

ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA

N O T E S

An added stabilizer or inhibitor can influence the toxicological properties of this substance, consult an expert. The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient. The vapours are uninhibited and may polymerize, blocking vents.

Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-177
NFPA Code: H3; F3; R2

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