Material Safety Data
Sheet
Epsilon-Caprolactam, 99+%
ACC# 96782
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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company
Identification |
MSDS Name: Epsilon-Caprolactam, 99+%
Catalog
Numbers: AC108230000, AC108230010, AC108230050
Synonyms:
2-Oxohexamethyleneimine; 6-Aminocaproic acid lactam; 6-Aminohexanoic acid cyclic
lactam; 1-aza-2-cycloheptanone; Hexahydro-2H-azepin-2-one
Company
Identification:
Acros
Organics N.V.
One Reagent
Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ
07410
For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01
For
emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
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Section 2 -
Composition, Information on Ingredients |
| CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
| 105-60-2 |
epsilon-Caprolactam |
99+% |
203-313-2 |
Hazard
Symbols: XI T+
Risk Phrases: 21/22 23 36/37/38 43
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Section 3 - Hazards
Identification |
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: white. Hygroscopic. Danger! Causes eye and skin
irritation. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause digestive tract
irritation. May be fatal if inhaled. May be harmful if absorbed through the
skin. May be harmful if swallowed. Skin sensitizer.
Target Organs:
Nervous system.
Potential Health
Effects
Eye: Vapors cause eye irritation.
Skin: Causes skin irritation. May be absorbed through the
skin in harmful amounts. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction,
which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material. May cause dermatitis.
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation with
nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation. Toxic if
inhaled.
Chronic: Chronic ingestion may cause neurological
symptoms.
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Section 4 - First Aid
Measures |
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water
for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get
medical aid immediately.
Skin: Get medical aid immediately.
Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes
while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of
milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get
medical aid immediately.
Inhalation: Get medical aid
immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing,
give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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Section 5 - Fire
Fighting Measures |
General
Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus
in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective
gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by
thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
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Section 6 -
Accidental Release Measures |
General
Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in
Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Wash area with soap and water.
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment
section. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid
generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
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Section 7 - Handling
and Storage |
Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid
breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly
closed container.
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Section 8 - Exposure
Controls, Personal Protection |
Engineering
Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be
equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use only under a chemical
fume hood.
Exposure Limits
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA -
Final PELs |
| epsilon-Caprolactam |
(1 mg/m3) TWA (particulate); (5 ppm) TWA (vapor); (10ppm)
STEL (vapor); (3 mg/m3) STEL (particulate) |
dust: 1 mg/m3 TWA; vapor: 0.22 ppm TWA, 1
mg/m3 TWA |
none
listed |
OSHA Vacated PELs:
epsilon-Caprolactam: dust: 1 mg/m3 TWA; vapor: 5 ppm TWA; 20 mg/m3 TWA; dust: 3
mg/m3 STEL; vapor: 10 ppm STEL; 40 mg/m3 STEL
Personal Protective
Equipment
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective
eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to
prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator
regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a
NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
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Section 9 - Physical
and Chemical Properties |
Physical State:
Crystals
Appearance: white
Odor: Unpleasant odor.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 6.0 mm Hg @ 120C
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not
available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 180
deg C @ 50 mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point:70-72 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: 374 deg C ( 705.20 deg F)
Flash
Point: 125 deg C ( 257.00 deg F)
Decomposition Temperature:Not
available.
NFPA Rating: Not published.
Explosion Limits,
Lower:1.40 vol %
Upper: 8.00 vol %
Solubility:
Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density:Not available.
Molecular
Formula:C6H11NO
Molecular Weight:113.16
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Section 10 -
Stability and Reactivity |
Chemical
Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions
to Avoid: Incompatible materials, dust generation, exposure to moist air or
water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing
agents, strong bases.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen
oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Has not been reported
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Section 11 -
Toxicological Information |
RTECS#:
CAS# 105-60-2: CM3675000
LD50/LC50:
CAS#
105-60-2:
Draize test, rabbit, eye: 20 mg/24H Moderate;
Draize test,
rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Mild;
Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 450
mg/m3;
Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 300 mg/m3/2H;
Oral, mouse: LD50 = 930
mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 1210 mg/kg;
Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 1410
uL/kg;
Skin, rat: LD50 = >2 gm/kg;
Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 105-60-2:
ACGIH: particulate and
vapor: (A4) - Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen
IARC: Group 4
carcinogen
Epidemiology: No data available.
Teratogenicity: No data available.
Reproductive Effects:
No data available.
Neurotoxicity: No data available.
Mutagenicity: No data available.
Other Studies: No data
available.
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Section 12 -
Ecological Information |
Ecotoxicity: No
data available. For further information, contact Acros.
Environmental: No information available.
Physical: No
information available.
Other: No information available.
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Section 13 - Disposal
Considerations |
Chemical waste generators
must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR
Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local
hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
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Section 14 -
Transport Information |
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Section 15 -
Regulatory Information |
US
FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 105-60-2 is listed on the TSCA
inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
CAS# 105-60-2:
Effective Date: October 4, 1982; Sunset Date: October 4 , 1992
Chemical
Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical
Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA
Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals
in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
SARA
Section 302
(RQ)
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
Section
302 (TPQ)
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA
Codes
CAS # 105-60-2: acute.
Section 313
No chemicals are
reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
This material does
not contain any hazardous air pollutants. This material does not contain any
Class 1 Ozone depletors. This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone
depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product
are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA. None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA. None of the chemicals
in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly
hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 105-60-2 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey, Florida,
Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Massachusetts.
California No Significant Risk
Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in
Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
XI T+
Risk
Phrases:
R 21/22 Harmful in contact with skin and if
swallowed.
R
23 Toxic by inhalation.
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system
and skin.
R 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Safety Phrases:
S 22 Do not breathe dust.
S 24/25 Avoid
contact with skin and eyes.
S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing,
gloves
and eye/face protection.
S 46 If swallowed, seek medical advice
immediately
and show this container or label.
WGK (Water
Danger/Protection)
CAS# 105-60-2: 1
Canada
CAS# 105-60-2 is
listed on Canada's DSL List. CAS# 105-60-2 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
WHMIS: Not available.
CAS# 105-60-2 is listed on Canada's Ingredient
Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 105-60-2: OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA
1 mg/m3;STEL 3 mg/m3 (dust) OEL-AU
STRALIA:TWA 5 ppm (20 mg/m3);STEL 10 ppm
(vapor) OEL-AUSTRIA:TWA 25 m
g/m3 (dust) OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 1 mg/m3;STEL 3 mg/m3
(dust) OEL-BELGIUM:
TWA 4.3 ppm (20 mg/m3);STEL 8.6 ppm (40 mg/m3)
OEL-CZECHOSLOVAKIA:TWA
10 mg/m3;STEL 20 mg/m3 (vapor) OEL-CZECHOSLOVAKIA:TWA
5 mg/m3;STEL 1
0 mg/m3 (dust) OEL-DENMARK:TWA 1 mg/m3 JANUARY 1993
OEL-DENMARK:TWA
5 ppm (25 mg/m3) (dust) OEL-DENMARK:TWA 5 ppm (25 mg/m3)
(vapor) OE
L-FINLAND:TWA 1 mg/m3;STEL 3 mg/m3 (dust) OEL-FINLAND:TWA 5 ppm
(20 m
g/m3);STEL 10 ppm (46 mg/m3) (vapor) OEL-FRANCE:TWA 1 mg/m3 (dust)
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EL-FRANCE:TWA 5 ppm (20 mg/m3) (vapor) OEL-GERMANY:TWA 25 mg/m3 (dust
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OEL-GERMANY:TWA 25 mg/m3 (vapor) OEL-HUNGARY:TWA 1 mg/m3;STEL 2 mg
/m3 (dust)
OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 1 mg/m3 (vapor) OEL-THE NETHERLAN
DS:TWA 5 ppm (20
mg/m3) (dust) OEL-POLAND:TWA 10 mg/m3 (dust) OEL-RU
SSIA:STEL 10 mg/m3 (dust)
OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 4 ppm (20 mg/m3) (vapor
) JAN9 OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 1
mg/m3;STEL 3 mg/m3 (dust OEL-UNITED
KINGDOM:TWA 5 ppm (20 mg/m3);STEL 10 ppm
(vapor) OEL IN BULGARIA, COL
OMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV OEL IN NEW
ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, V
IETNAM check ACGI TLV
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Section 16 -
Additional Information |
MSDS Creation Date:
3/16/1998
Revision #2 Date: 8/02/2000
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