SIGMA-ALDRICH


MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET


Date Printed: 10/01/2008

Date Updated: 01/31/2006

Version 1.3



Section 1 - Product and Company Information


Product Name N-(DIPHENYLMETHYLENE)AMINOACETONITRILE,

98%

Product Number 252654

Brand ALDRICH


Company Sigma-Aldrich

Address 3050 Spruce Street

SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 US

Technical Phone: 800-325-5832

Fax: 800-325-5052

Emergency Phone: 314-776-6555


Section 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredient


Substance Name CAS # SARA 313

N-(DIPHENYLMETHYLENE)-AMINOACETONIT 70591-20-7 No

RILE


Formula C15H12N2


Section 3 - Hazards Identification


EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Harmful.

Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.

Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.



For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.


Section 4 - First Aid Measures


ORAL EXPOSURE

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is

conscious. Call a physician.


INHALATION EXPOSURE

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give

artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.


DERMAL EXPOSURE

In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious

amounts of water.


EYE EXPOSURE

In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts

of water for at least 15 minutes.


Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures


FLASH POINT

N/A


AUTOIGNITION TEMP

N/A


FLAMMABILITY

N/A


EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or

appropriate foam.


FIREFIGHTING

Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus

and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.


EXPOSURE HAZARD(S)

Material: Irritant. Harmful solid.


Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures


PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy

rubber gloves.


METHODS FOR CLEANING UP

Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid

raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material

pickup is complete.


Section 7 - Handling and Storage


HANDLING

User Exposure: Do not breathe dust. Do not get in eyes, on skin,

on clothing.


STORAGE

Suitable: Keep tightly closed.

Store at 2-8°C


Section 8 - Exposure Controls / PPE


ENGINEERING CONTROLS

Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.


PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Respiratory: Use respirators and components tested and approved

under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN

(EU). Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are

appropriate use a dust mask type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143)

respirator.

Hand: Rubber gloves.

Eye: Chemical safety goggles.


GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES

Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Wash thoroughly after

handling.


Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties


Molecular Weight 220.28 AMU



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pH N/A

BP/BP Range N/A

MP/MP Range 84.0 - 85.0 °C

Freezing Point N/A

Vapor Pressure N/A

Vapor Density N/A

Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A

SG/Density N/A

Bulk Density N/A

Odor Threshold N/A

Volatile% N/A

VOC Content N/A

Water Content N/A

Solvent Content N/A

Evaporation Rate N/A

Viscosity N/A

Surface Tension N/A

Partition Coefficient N/A

Decomposition Temp. N/A

Flash Point N/A

Explosion Limits N/A

Flammability N/A

Autoignition Temp N/A

Refractive Index N/A

Optical Rotation N/A

Miscellaneous Data N/A

Solubility N/A


N/A = not available


Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity


STABILITY

Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, Strong acids, Strong

bases, Strong reducing agents.


HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide,

Nitrogen oxides.


Section 11 - Toxicological Information


ROUTE OF EXPOSURE

Inhalation: Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper

respiratory tract.

Multiple Routes: Causes eye and skin irritation. May be harmful

by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption.


SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE

To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and

toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.


Section 12 - Ecological Information


No data available.


Section 13 - Disposal Considerations


APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION

Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn

in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and

scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local environmental



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regulations.


Section 14 - Transport Information


DOT

Proper Shipping Name: None

Non-Hazardous for Transport: This substance is

considered to be non-hazardous for transport.


IATA

Non-Hazardous for Air Transport: Non-hazardous for air

transport.


Section 15 - Regulatory Information


EU ADDITIONAL CLASSIFICATION

Symbol of Danger: Xn

Indication of Danger: Harmful.

R: 20/21/22-36/37/38

Risk Statements: Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and

if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

S: 26-36

Safety Statements: In case of contact with eyes, rinse

immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear

suitable protective clothing.


US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT

Indication of Danger: Harmful.

Risk Statements: Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and

if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

Safety Statements: In case of contact with eyes, rinse

immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear

suitable protective clothing.


UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION

SARA LISTED: No


CANADA REGULATORY INFORMATION

WHMIS Classification: This product has been classified in

accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS

contains all the information required by the CPR.

DSL: No

NDSL: No


Section 16 - Other Information


DISCLAIMER

For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.


WARRANTY

The above information is believed to be correct but does not

purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The

information in this document is based on the present state of our

knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to

appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any

guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,

shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or

from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice

or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.

Copyright 2008 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited

paper copies for internal use only.



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