4-Fluorobenzyl isocyanate

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.Moisture sensitive.Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears).The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears).
Skin:
Causes skin irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
No information found.

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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
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.
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.
Notes to Physician:
Antidote: Always have a cyanide antidote kit on hand when working with cyanide compounds. Get medical advice to use.

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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.
Extinguishing Media:
Use carbon dioxide or dry chemical. Do NOT get water inside containers.

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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Provide ventilation. Do not get water inside containers.

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Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Use only in a well-ventilated area. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Store protected from moisture.

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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 132740-43-3: 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 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

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Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State: Liquid
Color: Not available.
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 47 deg C @ .10mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: 199 deg F ( 92.78 deg C)
Explosion Limits, lower: N/A
Explosion Limits, upper: N/A
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water:
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: FC6H4CH2NCO
Molecular Weight: 151.15

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Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, moisture, acids, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, acids, amines, alcohols.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, carbon dioxide, cyanide fumes, hydrogen fluoride gas, cyanides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported

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Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 132740-43-3 unlisted.
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
4-Fluorobenzyl isocyanate - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.

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Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

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Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

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Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION

IATA
Shipping Name: ISOCYANATES, TOXIC, N.O.S.*
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2206
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: ISOCYANATES, TOXIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2206
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: ISOCYANATES, TOXIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2206
Packing group: III

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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases:
R 20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with
skin and if swallowed.
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system
and skin.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face
protection.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 132740-43-3: No information available.
Canada
None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL/NDSL list.
CAS# 132740-43-3 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 132740-43-3 is not listed on the TSCA inventory.
It is for research and development use only.

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A