2-OXOOCTANENITRILE

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.Harmful.Combustible liquid.The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
Harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation:
Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Not available.

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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:
Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.
Ingestion:
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
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:

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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 water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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.

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Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a dry area. Keep refrigerated. (Store below 4C/39F.)

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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.
Exposure Limits CAS# 80997-84-8: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear a chemical apron.
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: clear brown
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 41 deg C @ 1.50mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: 79 deg C ( 174.20 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water:
Specific Gravity/Density: .8880g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C8H13NO
Molecular Weight: 139.20

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Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Not available.
Conditions to Avoid:
Exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, strong acids, strong reducing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

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Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 80997-84-8 unlisted.
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
2-Oxooctanenitrile, tech. - 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: NITRILES, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.*
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 3276
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: NITRILES, TOXIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 3276
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: NITRILES, TOXIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 3276
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.
Safety Phrases:
S 36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and
gloves.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 80997-84-8: No information available.
Canada
None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL/NDSL list.
CAS# 80997-84-8 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 80997-84-8 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