ICSC 1576 - PENTAERYTHRITOL TETRANITRATE

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PENTAERYTHRITOL TETRANITRATE	ICSC: 1576 (April 2005)
2,2-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanedioltetranitrate PETN Pentaerythrite-tetranitrate

CAS #: 78-11-5

UN #: 0411 (desensitized)

EC Number: 201-084-3

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Risk of fire and explosion. Explosive.	NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Do NOT expose to friction or shock. Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust.	In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. Combat fire from a sheltered position.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Dizziness. Headache.	Use ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin		Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
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	Dizziness. Headache.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Remove all ignition sources. Cover the spilled material with water. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT wash away into sewer.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 1.1D
STORAGE
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
PACKAGING

PENTAERYTHRITOL TETRANITRATE

ICSC: 1576

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS-TO-WHITE CRYSTALS OR POWDER. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Heating may cause violent combustion or explosion. May decompose explosively on shock, friction or concussion.	Formula: C₅H₈N₄O₁₂ / C(CH₂ONO₂)₄ Molecular mass: 316.1 Decomposes Melting point: 138°C Density: 1.77 g/cm³ Solubility in water: none Vapour pressure at 25°C: negligible Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.6

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS-TO-WHITE CRYSTALS OR POWDER.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Heating may cause violent combustion or explosion. May decompose explosively on shock, friction or concussion.

Formula: C₅H₈N₄O₁₂ / C(CH₂ONO₂)₄
Molecular mass: 316.1
Decomposes
Melting point: 138°C
Density: 1.77 g/cm³
Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure at 25°C: negligible
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.6

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance may cause effects on the cardiovascular system. This may result in lowering of blood pressure. Medical observation is indicated.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance may cause effects on the cardiovascular system. This may result in lowering of blood pressure. Medical observation is indicated.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT

NOTES
Other UN number is 150 PETN wetted with not less than 25% of water, hazard class 1.1D. The desensitized substance contains not less than 15% phlegmatizer.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: E; R: 3; S: (2)-35

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