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4-THIAPENTANAL ICSC: 0515

4-THIAPENTANAL
beta-(Methylmercapto) propionaldehyde
beta-(Methylthio) propionaldehyde
Methional
C4H8OS / CH3SCH2CH2CHO
Molecular mass: 104.3
CAS # 3268-49-3
RTECS # UE2285000
ICSC # 0515
UN # 2785
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.
NO open flames. NO contact with hot surfaces.
Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Above 58°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Above 58°C use a closed system, ventilation.
In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position.
EXPOSURE
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! STRICT HYGIENE!

  • INHALATION
    		• Cough. Sore throat.
    		Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• Redness.
    		Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
    		Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
  • EYES
    		• Redness. Pain.
    		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 take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION

    		• Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Ventilation. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. (extra personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus).
    		Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases, strong acids, food and feedstuffs.
    		Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
    UN Hazard Class: 6.1
    UN Packing Group: III
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0515 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993 No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.

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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 decomposes on burning on contact with hot surfaces, producing toxic fumes. Reacts with strong oxidants, strong acids and strong bases.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV not established.


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

    INHALATION RISK:
     No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates severely the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
     Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Boiling point: 165°C
    Melting point: -75°C
    Relative density (water = 1): 1.03
    Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 37.8°C: 17.5
    Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 100
    		 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.60
    Flash point: 58-63°C
    Auto-ignition temperature: 255°C
    Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.3-26.1
    Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -0.16
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
    N O T E S
    Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G65c
    NFPA Code: H; F1; R0;
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 0515 4-THIAPENTANAL
    © IPCS, CEC, 1993
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