SAFETY DATA SHEET
Methyl Methacrylate
1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers
Product Name:
Methyl Methacrylate
Other Names:
N/A
Product Number(s):
C651
CAS Number:
80-62-6
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use. Laboratory chemicals
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
11 Carlton Street
KIRWAN QLD 4817
Australia(07) 4773 9444www.proscitech.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS02 flame
Flam. Liq. 2 H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
GHS07
Skin Irrit. 2 H315 Causes skin irritation.
Skin Sens. 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
STOT SE 3 H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Flam. Liq. 2 H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
GHS07
Skin Irrit. 2 H315 Causes skin irritation.
Skin Sens. 1 H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
STOT SE 3 H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Label Elements
Signal Words
Danger
Hazard Statement(s)
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statement(s)
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment.
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P321 Specific treatment (see on this label).
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment.
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P321 Specific treatment (see on this label).
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Primary route(s) of entry
Not available.
Human Health
Inhalation:
Not available.
Ingestion:
Not available.
Eyes:
Not available.
Skin:
Not available.
Environment
No further relevant information available.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Methyl methacrylate
80-62-6
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-
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion
If symptoms persist consult doctor.
Inhalation
Supply fresh air and to be sure call for a doctor.
In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
In case of unconsciousness place patient stably in side position for transportation.
Skin Contact
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.
Eye Contact
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing equipment
CO₂, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents: Water with full jet
HAZCHEM
Not available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Environmental precautions
Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
No special precautions are necessary if used correctly.
Conditions for safe storage
Keep container tightly sealed.
Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed receptacles.
Information about fire - and explosion protection:
Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.
Protect against electrostatic charges.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards
Material
TWA ppm
TWA mg/m3
STEL ppm
STEL mg/m3
80-62-6 methyl methacrylate
WELShort-term value: 416 mg/m³, 100 ppmLong-t
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-
Engineering controls
General protective and hygienic measures:
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Avoid contact with the skin.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Avoid contact with the skin.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Tightly sealed protective google are recommended.
Skin protection
Protective gloves are recommended.
Body protection
Protective clothes are recommended.
Respiratory protection
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer exposure use self-contained respiratory protective device.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General information
Appearance
Colourless fluid
Odour
Acrid
pH
Not determined.
Vapour Pressure
47 hPa at 20°C
Density
0.94 g/cm³ at 20°C
Boiling Point
101°C
Melting Point
-48°C
Solubility
1.6 g/l
Specific Gravity of Density
Not available.
Flash Point
10°C
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Not applicable. Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air/vapour mixtures are possible.
Ignition Temperature
430°C
Formula
C5H8O2
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
Not available.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No dangerous reactions known.
Conditions to avoid
No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Incompatible materials
No further relevant information available.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute effects
No further relevant information available.
Eye contact
No irritating effect.
Skin contact
Irritant to skin and mucous membranes. Sensitisation possible through skin contact.
Ingestion
No further relevant information available.
Inhalation
No further relevant information available.
Toxicity and irritation
LD/LC50 values relevant for classification:
Oral LD50 7872 mg/kg (rat)
Water hazard class 1 (German Regulation) (Assessment by list): slightly hazardous for water
Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
Oral LD50 7872 mg/kg (rat)
Water hazard class 1 (German Regulation) (Assessment by list): slightly hazardous for water
Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
No further relevant information available.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General information
Must not be disposed together with household garbage. Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
Not available.
UN Number
UN1247
Proper shipping name
1247 METHYL METHACRYLATE MONOMER, STABILISED METHYL METHACRYLATE MONOMER, STABILISED
Transport hazard class
3
Packing group
PG II
Environmental hazard
Not known as a marine pollutant.
Special precautions for users
Warning: Flammable liquids.
· Danger code (Kemler): 339
· EMS Number: F-E,S-D
· Danger code (Kemler): 339
· EMS Number: F-E,S-D
Additional information
ADR
· Limited quantities (LQ) 1L
· Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E2
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 mL
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 500 mL
· Transport category 2
· Tunnel restriction code D/E
IMDG
· Limited quantities (LQ) 1L
· Excepted quantities (EQ) Code: E2
Maximum net quantity per inner packaging: 30 mL
Maximum net quantity per outer packaging: 500 mL
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule Number
No information available.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
SDS preparation date
6 October 2021
Comments
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) has been prepared in compliance with the Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice February 2016. It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for adoption of necessary safety precautions. The information published in this SDS has been compiled from the publications listed in Section 16: to the best of our ability and knowledge these publications are considered accurate. We reserve the right to revise Safety Data Sheets as new information becomes available. Copies may be made for non-profit use.