Methyl methacrylate
Product identifier
- Product name: Methyl methacrylate
- CBnumber: CB8854425
- CAS: 80-62-6
- EINECS Number: 201-297-1
- Synonyms: MMA,Methyl methacrylate
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Relevant identified uses: For R&D use only. Not for medicinal, household or other use.
- Uses advised against: none
Company Identification
- Company: Chemicalbook
- Address: Building 1, Huihuang International, Shangdi 10th Street, Haidian District, Beijing
- Telephone: 400-158-6606
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
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Symbol(GHS)
- Signal wordDanger
Substance
- Product name: Methyl methacrylate
- Synonyms: MMA,Methyl methacrylate
- CAS: 80-62-6
- EC number: 201-297-1
- MF: C5H8O2
- MW: 100.12
Description of first aid measures
General adviceMost important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing mediaSpecial hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Carbon oxides
Flash back possible over considerable distance., Container explosion may occur under fire conditions.
Combustible.
Pay attention to flashback.
Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors.
Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire. Forms explosive mixtures with air at ambient temperatures.
Advice for firefighters
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
Further information
Remove container from danger zone and cool with water. Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.
NFPA 704
| HEALTH | 2 | Intense or continued but not chronic exposure could cause temporary incapacitation or possible residual injury (e.g. diethyl ether, ammonium phosphate, iodine) | |
| FIRE | 3 | Liquids and solids (including finely divided suspended solids) that can be ignited under almost all ambient temperature conditions . Liquids having a flash point below 22.8 °C (73 °F) and having a boiling point at or above 37.8 °C (100 °F) or having a flash point between 22.8 and 37.8 °C (73 and 100 °F). (e.g. gasoline, acetone) | |
| REACT | 2 | Undergoes violent chemical change at elevated temperatures and pressures, reacts violently with water, or may form explosive mixtures with water (e.g. white phosphorus, potassium, sodium) | |
| SPEC. HAZ. |
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Advice for non-emergency personnel: Do not breathe vapors, aerosols. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert. For personal protection see section 8.
Environmental precautions
Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Cover drains. Collect, bind, and pump off spills. Observe possible material restrictions (see sections 7 and 10). Take up with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb? ). Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.
Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.
Precautions for safe handling
Advice on protection against fire and explosion
Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Hygiene measures
Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance.
For precautions see section 2.2.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
Storage stability
Recommended storage temperature 2 - 8 °C
Specific end use(s)
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated
control parameter
Hazard composition and occupational exposure limitsExposure controls
Personal protective equipmentUse equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses Tightly fitting safety goggles
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Splash contact Material: butyl-rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,3 mm Break through time: 66 min
Material tested:Butoject? (KCL 897 / Aldrich Z677647, Size M)
data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374
If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the EC approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.
Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing.
Recommended Filter type: Filter A (acc. to DIN 3181) for vapours of organic compounds
The entrepeneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer.
These measures have to be properly documented.
Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.
Information on basic physicochemical properties
- Appearancecolorless liquid
- Odourpungent
- Odour Threshold0.21ppm
- pHNo data available
- Melting point/freezing pointMelting point/range: -48 °C - lit.
- Initial boiling point and boiling range 100 °C - lit.
- Flash point10 °C - closed cup - DIN 51755 Part 1
- Evaporation rateNo data available
- Flammability (solid, gas)No data available
- Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits Upper explosion limit: 12,5 %(V) Lower explosion limit: 2,1 %(V)
- Vapour pressure 37 hPa at 20 °C - OECD Test Guideline 104
- Vapour density ca.3,5 at 20 °C
- Relative density0,94 at 20 °C
- Water solubility15,3 g/l at 20 °C
- Partition coefficient: n-octanol/waterlog Pow: 1,38 at 20 °C - OECD Test Guideline 107 - Bioaccumulation is not expected.
- Autoignition temperature 435 °C at 1.013,25 hPa
- Decomposition temperature No data available
- ViscosityViscosity, kinematic: No data available Viscosity, dynamic: 0,53 mPa.s at 20 °C
- Explosive propertiesNo data available
- Oxidizing propertiesNo data available
- Henry's Law Constant2.46 x 10-4 atm?m3/mol at 20 °C (approximate - calculated from water solubility and vapor pressure)
Other safety information
Surface tension 61 mN/m - OECD Test Guideline 115
Relative vapor density
ca.3,5 at 20 °C
Reactivity
Vapors may form explosive mixture with air.
Chemical stability
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .
Polymerizes with evolution of heat. Avoid contact with incompatible materials. Unless inhibited, product can polymerize, raising temperature and pressure, possibly rupturing container. Check inhibitor content often adding to bulk liquid if needed. Do not blanket or mix with oxygen-free gas as it renders inhibitor ineffective.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Polymerizes readily unless inhibited.
Conditions to avoid
May polymerize on exposure to light.
Heat, flames and sparks. Heat. Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight. Warming.
Incompatible materials
rubber, various plastics, Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products
In the event of fire: see section 5
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicityRemarks: (RTECS)
LC50 Inhalation - Rat - male and female - 4 h - 29,8 mg/l Remarks: (ECHA)LC50 Inhalation - Rat - 4 h - 78.000 mg/m3
LD50 Dermal - Rabbit - male - > 5.000 mg/kg (OECD Test Guideline 402)
Result: Irritating to skin. - 4 h Remarks: (ECHA)
Result: No eye irritation Remarks: (ECHA)
Test system: S. typhimurium
Metabolic activation: with and without metabolic activation Method: OECD Test Guideline 471
Result: negative
Test Type: in vivo assay Species: Mouse
Application Route: Inhalation Method: OECD Test Guideline 478 Result: negative
Toxicity
Remarks: (ECHA)
static test LC50 - Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill sunfish) - 283 mg/l
- 96 h
Remarks: (ECHA)
flow-through test NOEC - Daphnia magna (Water flea) - 48 mg/l - 48 h
Remarks: (ECHA)
flow-through test EC50 - Daphnia magna (Water flea) - 69 mg/l - 48 h
Remarks: (ECHA)
(OECD Test Guideline 201)
static test NOEC - Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata - > 110 mg/l - 72 h
(OECD Test Guideline 201)
Persistence and degradability
Biodegradability aerobic - Exposure time 14 d
Result: 94 % - Readily biodegradable. (OECD Test Guideline 301C)
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD)
140 mg/g
Bioaccumulative potential
No data available
Mobility in soil
No data available
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
This substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at levels of 0.1% or higher.
Other adverse effects
Additional ecological information
No data available
Waste treatment methods
Vapor may form explosive mixture with air. Reacts in air to form a heat-sensitive explosive product @ 60℃. Incompatible with nitrates, oxidizers, peroxides, strong acids; strong alkalis; oxidizers, reducing agents; amines, moisture. Contact with benzoyl peroxide may cause ignition, fire and explosion.
Product
See www.retrologistik.com for processes regarding the return of chemicals and containers, or contact us there if you have further questions.
Waste DisposalConsult with environmental regulatory agencies for guidance on acceptable disposal practices. Generators of waste containing this contaminant (≥100 kg/mo) must conform to EPA regulations governing storage, transportation, treatment, and waste disposal. Incineration may be allowed.
UN number
ADR/RID: 1247 IMDG: 1247 IATA: 1247
UN proper shipping name
| | ADR/RID: METHYL METHACRYLATE MONOMER, STABILIZED IMDG: METHYL METHACRYLATE MONOMER, STABILIZED | |
| IATA: Methyl methacrylate monomer, stabilized | ||
| 14.3 | Transport hazard class(es) ADR/RID: 3 IMDG: 3 | IATA: 3 |
| 14.4 | Packaging group ADR/RID: II IMDG: II | IATA: II |
Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: no
Special precautions for user
No data available
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Regulations on the Safety Management of Hazardous ChemicalsAbbreviations and acronyms
- ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
- CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service
- EC50: Effective Concentration 50%
- IATA: International Air Transportation Association
- IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods
- LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
- LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
- RID: Regulation concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail
- STEL: Short term exposure limit
- TWA: Time Weighted Average
References
【1】CAMEO Chemicals, website: http://cameochemicals.noaa.gov/search/simple
【2】ChemIDplus, website: http://chem.sis.nlm.nih.gov/chemidplus/chemidlite.jsp
【3】ECHA - European Chemicals Agency, website: https://echa.europa.eu/
【4】eChemPortal - The Global Portal to Information on Chemical Substances by OECD, website: http://www.echemportal.org/echemportal/index?pageID=0&request_locale=en
【5】ERG - Emergency Response Guidebook by U.S. Department of Transportation, website: http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/hazmat/library/erg
【6】Germany GESTIS-database on hazard substance, website: http://www.dguv.de/ifa/gestis/gestis-stoffdatenbank/index-2.jsp
【7】HSDB - Hazardous Substances Data Bank, website: https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/newtoxnet/hsdb.htm
【8】IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer, website: http://www.iarc.fr/
【9】IPCS - The International Chemical Safety Cards (ICSC), website: http://www.ilo.org/dyn/icsc/showcard.home
【10】Sigma-Aldrich, website: https://www.sigmaaldrich.com/
Other Information
The information in this MSDS is only applicable to the specified product, unless otherwise specified, it is not applicable to the mixture of this product and other substances. This MSDS only provides information on the safety of the product for those who have received the appropriate professional training for the user of the product. Users of this MSDS must make independent judgments on the applicability of this SDS. The authors of this MSDS will not be held responsible for any harm caused by the use of this MSDS.