ICSC 0347 - VINYL ACETATE (MONOMER)

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VINYL ACETATE (MONOMER)	ICSC: 0347 (April 2014)
VAM Acetic acid ethenyl ester 1-Acetoxyethylene Acetic acid vinyl ester

CAS #: 108-05-4

UN #: 1301

EC Number: 203-545-4

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Highly flammable. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. Heating will cause rise in pressure with risk of bursting.	NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling.	Use alcohol-resistant foam, foam, powder, carbon dioxide, fine water spray. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

AVOID ALL CONTACT!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Sore throat. Cough. Shortness of breath.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness. Dry skin.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear 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 refer for medical attention.
Ingestion		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Remove all ignition sources. Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER Highly flammable liquid and vapour Toxic if inhaled May be harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin Suspected of causing cancer May cause respiratory irritation Harmful to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Pack Group: II
STORAGE
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, acids and bases. Keep in the dark. Well closed. Store only if stabilized. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
PACKAGING

VINYL ACETATE (MONOMER)

ICSC: 0347

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible. Vapours are uninhibited and may polymerize, causing blockage of vents. Chemical dangers The substance polymerizes under the influence of heat and light. This generates fire or explosion hazard. Reacts violently with strong oxidants, acids and bases.	Formula: C₄H₆O₂ / CH₃COOCH=CH₂ Molecular mass: 86.1 Boiling point: 72.7°C Melting point: -93.2°C Relative density (water = 1): 0.93 Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 2 (poor) Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 11.7 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.0 Flash point: -8°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 385°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.6-13.4 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.73

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers
The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible. Vapours are uninhibited and may polymerize, causing blockage of vents.

Chemical dangers
The substance polymerizes under the influence of heat and light. This generates fire or explosion hazard. Reacts violently with strong oxidants, acids and bases.

Formula: C₄H₆O₂ / CH₃COOCH=CH₂
Molecular mass: 86.1
Boiling point: 72.7°C
Melting point: -93.2°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.93
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 2 (poor)
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 11.7
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.0
Flash point: -8°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 385°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.6-13.4
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.73

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the respiratory tract. The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and skin.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air can be reached rather quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dryness and cracking. This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the respiratory tract. The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and skin.

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached rather quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dryness and cracking. This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 10 ppm as TWA; 15 ppm as STEL; A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans). EU-OEL: : 17.6 mg/m³, 5 ppm as TWA; 35.2 mg/m³, 10 ppm as STEL. MAK: 36 mg/m³, 10 ppm; peak limitation category: I(1); skin absorption (H); pregnancy risk group: C; carcinogen category: 4

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.

NOTES
An added stabilizer or inhibitor can influence the toxicological properties of this substance, consult an expert. The stabilizing quality of hydroquinone is limited to 60 days. For prolonged storage, another inhibitor, such as diphenylamine, is recommended. Do NOT take working clothes home.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: F; R: 11; S: (2)-16-23-29-33

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