Material Safety Data Sheet
Triethyl orthoformate
ACC# 97204
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: Triethyl orthoformate
Catalog Numbers:
AC139660000, AC139660010, AC139660025, AC139661000, AC421690000, AC421690010
AC421690010, AC421692500
Synonyms:
Ethyl orthoformate.
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
Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
122-51-0 |
Triethyl orthoformate |
98+ | 204-550-4 |
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: clear, colorless liquid. Flash Point: 30 deg C.
Danger! Flammable liquid and
vapor. Causes eye and skin irritation. May cause
respiratory tract irritation.
Target Organs: Eyes, skin.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if
swallowed.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic:
No information found.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid imme
diately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air.
Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Containers
may explode in the heat of a fire. Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors
may be heavier than air. They can spread along the ground and
collect in low or confined areas.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Use approved class
D extinguishing agents or smother with dry sand, clay, or sodium
bicarbonate.
Flash Point: 30 deg C ( 86.00 deg F)
Autoignition Temperature: 180 deg C ( 356.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 2; Flammability: 3; Instability: 1
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
then place in suitable container. Wear a self contained breathing
apparatus and appropriate personal protection. (See Exposure
Controls, Personal Protection section). Remove all sources of
ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Do not let this chemical enter the
environment.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Use with adequate ventilation. Use spark-proof tools and explosion
proof equipment. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Take
precautionary measures against static discharges. Keep away from
heat, sparks and flame. Do not ingest or inhale.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place.
Store in a tightly closed container. Flammables-area.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment. Facilities storing or
utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility
and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
Triethyl orthoformate
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none listed
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none listed
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none listed
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
Triethyl orthoformate:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
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:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant respirator use.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: clear, colorless
Odor: stinging odor
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 10 hPa @ 40 deg C
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 146 deg C @ 760 mmHg
Freezing/Melting Point:-61 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density:0.890
Molecular Formula:C7H16O3
Molecular Weight:148.20
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Moisture sensitive.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, ignition sources, excess heat, exposure to
moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, ethyl alcohol, formic acid.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 122-51-0:
RM6475000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 122-51-0:
Dermal, guinea pig:
LD50 = >10 mL/kg;
Draize test,
rabbit, eye: 100 mg/24H Moderate;
Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H
Mild;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 7060
mg/kg;
Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 20
mL/kg;
.
Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 122-51-0:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology:
No information found
Teratogenicity:
No information found
Reproductive Effects:
No information found
Mutagenicity:
No information found
Neurotoxicity:
No information found
Other Studies:
Section 12 - Ecological Information
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Ecotoxicity:
No data available.
No information available.
Environmental:
No information available.
Physical:
No information available.
Other:
Do not empty into drains.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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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.
Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
Shipping Name: |
ETHYL ORTHOFORMATE |
ETHYL ORTHOFORMATE |
Hazard Class: |
3 |
3 |
UN Number: |
UN2524 |
UN2524 |
Packing Group: |
III |
III |
Additional Info: | | FLASHPOINT 30 C |
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 122-51-0 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
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.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
CAS # 122-51-0: fire.
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# 122-51-0 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: New Jersey, Pennsylvania,
Massachusetts.
California Prop 65
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
Risk Phrases:
R 10 Flammable.
R 36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
Safety Phrases:
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice.
S 39 Wear eye/face protection.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 122-51-0: 1
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 122-51-0 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
This product has a WHMIS classification of B2, D2B.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
CAS# 122-51-0 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 10/24/1997
Revision #4 Date: 5/09/2008
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